Shelford Hawira named as Auckland man who died in Whangārei Heads water incident

Shelford Hawira died after suffering a heart attack and falling into the water on Sunday.

Iran drone strike: US works to prevent an escalation, Biden pushes Israel to show restraint

The United States has highlighted its role in helping Israel thwart Iran's aerial attack.

Israel hails ‘success’ in blocking Iran’s attack, US President Joe Biden seeks diplomatic response

Officials said Israel and allies have intercepted 99 per cent of 300+ drones and missiles.

UFC 300: Max Holloway’s last-second KO of Justin Gaethje likely will be lasting memory

Light heavyweight champion Pereira knocked out top-ranked challenger Jamahal Hill

Motorsport: Taupō Supercars sell out no surprise to Kiwi icon Greg Murphy

Both days will be packed out when New Zealand returns to the Supercars calendar.

Person dies after water incident at Whangārei Heads, Northland

The person was pulled from the water about 9.30am but was unable to be revived.

Thrilling line-up for Whanganui Air Ambulance Trust open day

'She must have been a very determined person to do what she did.'

TVNZ live updates: Team behind Sunday programme to learn fate

TVNZ presenters and journalists have arrived to hear the future of current affairs.

Newshub closure, TVNZ Sunday job cuts live updates: Staff prepare for meetings to hear fate of news brands, shows

Warner Bros Discovery has been in secret talks to try to retain a pared-back news service.

TVNZ and Newshub job cuts latest: Fate of Sunday to be revealed, plans for new news service mooted

Fair Go, Midday, Tonight off air from May while plans presented to save parts of Newshub.

Mozambique ferry accident leaves more than 90 people dead, local media say

The overcrowded boat was carrying 130 people and many of those who drowned were children.

Russia-Ukraine war: Attacks on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant significantly increase accident risk, IAEA head says

The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has been hit by another drone strike.

Fire investigators to comb through ruins of Parnell lodge after huge blaze

The City Garden Lodge was destroyed in a huge blaze on Sunday afternoon.

All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens win titles at the Hong Kong Sevens

New Zealand won the men’s and women’s titles at the Hong Kong Sevens.

Formula 1 Japanese GP result: Max Verstappen bounces back for dominant win

Verstappen led for most of the race on his way to a clear win.

Israel finds body of hostage killed in Gaza, ceasefire talks to resume

At least 36 hostages have been confirmed dead.

Israeli army withdraws from major Gaza hospital, leaving behind a wasteland

NYT: Al-Shifa Hospital looks as if a tsunami has surged through, followed by a tornado.

Rotorua fatal crash: Police say car may have crossed centreline

A Rotorua man died and a woman suffered serious injuries.

Supercars Taupō: Tickets sold out for Saturday and Sunday racing

Tickets are still available for Friday's action.

Hawke’s Bay news in brief: Napier SPCA opens this Sunday

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Authorities won’t disclose penalties, if at all, for supermarkets breaching Easter trading laws for third time in four years

The supermarkets involved will not disclose their earnings over the weekend.