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Man dies after hunting incident on Stewart Island, police investigation launched
A police investigation is underway after a search and rescue team found the man dead on the island.

Waikato-Bay of Plenty's Hugh Jackson named Young Farmer of the Year
The 26-year-old was crowned the 57th FMG Young Farmer of the Year on Saturday evening after the final event in Invercargill.

‘Enough is enough’: Noisy trucks causing sleepless nights for small Gisborne town
Residents of the rural Whatatutu settlement have taken a petition to council demanding action over the constant late-night disturbances and damage to local roads.

Large plume of smoke seen above Waiheke Island
What appears to be smoke was seen billowing from the Auckland island this morning.

Weather: Flood-impacted areas begin recovery after barrage of downpours
A state of emergency remains in place for the flood-damaged Nelson-Tasman region after much of the country was battered by a barrage of downpours.

Many children suffering ongoing Covid symptoms
Public health researchers say strong evidence suggests preventing infection is key to preventing Long Covid.

Are 'biological age' tests all they're cracked up to be?
A simple blood or saliva test promises to tell us by measuring our 'biological age'. Then, as many have done, we can share how 'young' we really are on social media.

Which young players could light up Euro 2025?
BBC Sport selects the young players to watch at the 2025 Women's European Championships.

Labour might be down, but it's not necessarily out - voters reflect on a year in power
What’s gone wrong for Labour? 2024 voters delve into it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Reform MP loses whip after business Covid loan claims
James McMurdock denies any wrongdoing over claims relating to pandemic-era loans taken out by his companies.

Invercargill Airport investment a step forward for region - CEO
Invercargill Airport has announced a $4 million upgrade to its Sir Tim Shadbolt Terminal to meet modern aviation standards.

Man dies in hunting incident on Stewart Island
A man has died following a hunting incident near Lords River, Stewart Island on Saturday.

Authorities urge caution in flood wake
Civil Defence warns of unstable ground and hidden hazards in the wake of the Nelson Tasman floods.

'We're still in disbelief': Tongan archers return home after record-breaking run in Palau
Tonga's archery team headed home on Saturday after winning an unprecedented 11 medals across recurve and compound events, still stunned by their remarkable run at the 2025 Pacific Mini Games.

Coastguard rescues ‘very cold and shaken’ kayakers stranded in Whangarei harbour
The paddlers were found after drifting two miles out to sea with the breeze and outgoing tide.

Dengue scare hits Pacific Mini Games; athlete receives medical care, health alert issued
Palau's Health Ministry is asking athletes, teams, visitors and the people of the islands to protect themselves as much as possible from mosquito bites.

NZ endometriosis research to influence local policy-making
Currently, experts in Aotearoa have had to rely on international data to understand the condition.

Gill-inspired India leave England facing defeat
England lose three top-order wickets before the close as India surge towards victory in the second Test.

Arrests after protest in support of Palestine Action, police say
It comes after supporting the group was banned under terrorism legislation.

Family and Liverpool players gather for funeral of Diogo Jota and André Silva
The community in Gondomar grieves after the deaths of Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva.