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New maps show how Auckland's train network changes once the CRL opens.

Thousands of Auckland transport signs updated ahead of CRL opening

The overhaul includes maps inside every train as the network is reconfigured ahead of the City Rail Link opening on September 13.

4:42pm

7:04

Hayden Pannettiere's former partner said online that "the announcement of Hayden’s tragic death saddens me deeply".

'You are loved, missed': Ex-fiancé marks Hayden Panettiere's birthday

The American actor died last week after she was found unresponsive at an apartment in Greenville, South Carolina, aged 36.

3:28pm

Police at the scene after an officer was struck while laying road spikes near Palmerston North.

Officer on ventilator after being hit by teens in allegedly stolen car

The officer was laying road spikes near Palmerston North when the vehicle, allegedly stolen and carrying two teens, struck him and another officer.

2:07pm

4:03

Two police officers were injured following a collision with a fleeing vehicle.

Full video: Police speak after officer critically injured by fleeing driver

The officer was laying road spikes when the vehicle allegedly fled a police stop and struck them minutes later. A second officer suffered minor injuries.

1:43pm

New and upgraded weather warnings as fronts bring wind and rain

A series of fronts "embedded within a strong and moist northwest flow" will move over New Zealand today and tomorrow, followed by a change to strong, colder southwesterlies.

12:34pm

Thousands of Auckland transport signs updated ahead of CRL opening

The overhaul includes maps inside every train as the network is reconfigured ahead of the City Rail Link opening on September 13.

4:42pm

7:04

'You are loved, missed': Ex-fiancé marks Hayden Panettiere's birthday

The American actor died last week after she was found unresponsive at an apartment in Greenville, South Carolina, aged 36.

3:28pm

Officer on ventilator after being hit by teens in allegedly stolen car

The officer was laying road spikes near Palmerston North when the vehicle, allegedly stolen and carrying two teens, struck him and another officer.

2:07pm

4:03

Full video: Police speak after officer critically injured by fleeing driver

The officer was laying road spikes when the vehicle allegedly fled a police stop and struck them minutes later. A second officer suffered minor injuries.

1:43pm

New and upgraded weather warnings as fronts bring wind and rain

A series of fronts "embedded within a strong and moist northwest flow" will move over New Zealand today and tomorrow, followed by a change to strong, colder southwesterlies.

12:34pm

Two people have died after separate crashes in Northland and Tauranga.

Two dead after separate North island crashes

One person was killed on Friday evening in Northland, with a second crash-related death occurring in Tauranga early Saturday morning.

10:50am

Emergency services were called to State Highway 8 at around 7.40am.

Three critically injured in two-vehicle crash at Lindis Pass

Emergency services were called to the scene, between Lindis Pass-Tarras Road and Birchwood Road, at around 7.40am.

9:33am

The Duke and Duchess's move to the Cotswolds has been linked to a possible acting role for Meghan Markle.

Meghan Markle rumoured to make acting return following UK move

The Duchess of Sussex has been linked to a role starring in the third season of Netflix's The Gentlemen.

9:30am

Mangled cars were strewn across the road following the crash.

Driver critically injured after vehicle hits parked cars in Auckland

One person was trapped under a vehicle, and equipment was required to rescue them.

7:52am

Crews battle huge house fire in Auckland suburb overnight

Footage showed the Mount Roskill property engulfed in flames, sending smoke billowing into the night sky.

7:30am

0:40

iam Lawson of Red Bull Racing driving sprint qualifying of Formula 1 Dutch GP at Zandvoort Circuit in Zandvoort, Netherlands, on August 21, 2026.

'Frustrating': Lawson qualifies 11th for Dutch GP sprint

Returning to the cockpit of a Red Bull, Lawson said it had been an "interesting day".

6:39am

The door of Four Square Marsden Cove following a ram raid on August 2.

Arrests over Northland Four Square ram raid, tavern burglary

Three people, including two teenagers, charged over burglaries at a Northland supermarket and tavern where cash and alcohol were stolen.

Friday 4:41pm

Taupō District Council has issued a boil water notice for the Mapara area after dead rodents were found during a routine inspection of a reservoir serving the community.

Dead rodents in reservoir prompt boil water notice west of Taupō

The notice, announced on Friday afternoon, covers all residents west of Taupō in the affected zone.

Friday 4:01pm

Air New Zealand is among several airlines affected by Fiji's fuel shortage.

Air NZ among airlines hit by fuel shortage at Fiji's Nadi airport

At least one of the national carrier's flights to Nadi has been cancelled, with a spokesperson saying measures had been taken to manage fuel restrictions in the Pacific Island nation.

Friday 3:47pm

A Te Kūiti sheep farmer has been fined almost $30,000 after 23 neglected sheep had to be euthanised to end their suffering.

Farmer fined after 23 suffering sheep put down near Te Kūiti

William George Toms, 70, was fined almost $30,000 after pleading guilty to five charges under the Animal Welfare Act.

Friday 2:38pm

Northland’s Rivez Reihana and team mates. Northland Rugby, winners of the Ranfurly Shield airport arrival at Whangārei Airport, Whangarei, New Zealand on Friday 21 August 2026.

Crowds welcome Northland Taniwha home after Ranfurly Shield win

The team returned to Northland today carrying the Log o' Wood after ending a 48-year wait for the shield with a commanding 36-12 win in Christchurch on Thursday.

Friday 2:36pm

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Officer who challenged decisions in McSkimming probe awarded

Detective Superintendent Kylie Schaare, who repeatedly shared concerns that the matter was not being handled properly, was praised for her "sustained courage".

Friday 2:14pm

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