Road closed, river running high as strong wind and heavy rain lash lower North Island. Read...

Queenstown`s new mayor John Glover puts win on third attempt down to `giving people hope, and being authentic,` pledges to stay focused on community`s wishes. Read...

MetService forecasts several heavy rain and strong wind watches across the country for Sunday and Monday. Read...

Marcus Buddo hasn`t conceded the Hastings mayoralty to rival Wendy Schollum yet. Read...

Wellington Water said it would provide an update on how many properties have been impacted. Read...

Ken Laban has pushed for inclusion across Wellington. Read...

Nat Sciver-Brunt and Sophie Ecclestone deliver statement showings as India and Australia loom, but England are still searching for the complete performance, writes Ffion Wynne. Read...

Nottingham Forest could turn to former Everton and Burnley boss Sean Dyche if Ange Postecoglou leaves the club. Read...

Steven Gerrard has turned down the chance to return to Rangers for a second stint as manager. Read...

With 18 people unaccounted for, the tragedy is `even more devastating than we thought`, says a sheriff. Read...