The quake that GeoNet describes as "moderate" struck 5km west of Upper Hutt just before 5am.
Despite scepticism from some, Frenchman Daniel Le Brun was determined to prove them wrong.
It was the launching pad for much Pasifika talent.
Adams has long been an NBA fashion anti-hero, eschewing tailored wardrobes for Hunting and Fishing gears and slides.
Kane Wayman, 46, was dropped to Christchurch Hospital yesterday morning with critical injuries, which he died from a short time later.
The destructive stand-off is into its fifth day.
Birds New Zealand is frustrated some beachgoers are setting themselves up for the day in the fenced off zone at the popular beach north of Auckland.
A stormy afternoon could be ahead for many.
National Corrections spokesperson Simeon Brown is calling for Kelvin Davis to take action.
People in the two regions are urged to take care, especially those on the roads or in the outdoors.
Bethune had been working in Corcovado National Park when he was bitten by a fer-de-lance snake.
More rain is forecast tonight, as well as potential thunderstorms.
The family members are calling for Kelvin Davis make an appearance and to allow media inside the prison.
The updated design has an "American flavour" to his Kiwi heritage.
The report suggests that turtles living closer to the mainland are not as healthy as those who live out at sea.
The test championship, number one world ranking and a new record are all on the line.
Wright shared the clip on his Instagram page, writing: "Hold my beer".
The main watch tower appears to be engulfed in flames with a local resident saying it has "completely gone already".
