The 25-year-old, identified only as Sanjeev, was dropped off at the start of Wye Creek track on Wednesday morning. Read...

The 6-year-old sulphur crested cockatoo, known for her `hello darling` catchphrase, has been missing from the Staglands Wildlife Reserve since 17 November. Read...

Mei Whaitiri, who was the model for Napier`s famous Pania of the Reef statue in the 1950s - and mum to Meka Whaitiri - has died. Read...

The alternative to policing by consent would be a police state, which New Zealanders don`t want, the party says. Read...

The Auckland Indian Association is hosting an exhibition in the country`s largest city to celebrate the community`s rich history. Read...

Loosehead prop Ethan de Groot may finally get his chance to seek redemption as the All Blacks have to tear into Italy in their tour finale in Turin. Read...

Oli Mathis is one of rugby’s hot properties and caught the eye with a stunning try in his breakout NPC season with Waikato. Read...

Murder or self-defence? In the end, a jury decided it was murder when Sergio Williams plunged a knife into 70-year-old Herbert Bradley’s neck. Read...

Mei Whaitiri was just a teenager when she was chosen to be the model for Napier’s famous statue. Read...

Known for hits such as My Delirium and Magic, she’s one of several performers bringing a summery, celebratory vibe to next year’s festival. Read...