Top Stories for Friday 26 August 2016

Manhunt underway for armed man in Northland, Traumatic ordeal for Czech tourist after stranding on Routeburn, Rescuers search demolished towns in central Italy, Rotorua's mayor thrilled at chance to decide on Easter Sunday trading, Fish dumping prosecutions low, new figures show, 'Mr Big' laws need to be strengthened says world authority, Foss accused Regional Council of adding to public uncertainty, and Czech survives freezing conditions alone after tramp goes wrong.