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An investigation has been launched into whether mysterious plastic beads that have appeared scattered across Tairua Beach could be from the wreck of the Rena, which sank almost 10 years ago. Audio

A helicopter crash that killed two men has been called completely avoidable during a coronial inquest in Queenstown District Court.

The prime minister will deliver an official apology from the government for the 1970s Dawn Raids.

Analysis - A number of dreadful discoveries lead back to a dark chapter in this country's residential care history, David Cohen writes.

A Canterbury man is putting his redbands to the test today, undertaking a 100 kilometre run in gumboots to raise money for flood-stricken farmers.

The government is being warned those living in poverty will bear the brunt of the Climate Commission's plan to slash greenhouse gas emissions.

Residents of a rural Mosgiel road are vowing to fight a more than 130-lot housing development they say will destroy their country lifestyles.

Te Whāngai Trust utilises the Māori concepts of whāngai and whānau to help young South Aucklanders turn their lives around and find a career - and they do it by growing plants.

The Fiji Rugby Union has signed a "historic" deal with global sportswear giant Nike, which will see all national teams wearing the iconic swoosh until the end of 2024.

Distinguished Central Otago artist Grahame Sydney has been made a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his services to art. Audio

Two integral members of the award-winning arts company Pacific Underground have been recognised in the Queen's Honours list this year.

Blenheim's high-profile museum lets in ants, reaches "very hot" temperatures, and could be a "death trap" in a quake.

A defence lawyer representing one of three Taranaki police officers charged with manslaughter says her client is an excellent officer who simply made a mistake.

There was a lot of money for Māori housing and infrastructure in the Budget - $730 million in total. But what is Māori housing, and how will the money be used? 

Male accountants are paid 40 to 50 percent more than their female counterparts according to a survey by chartered accountants in Australia and New Zealand.

Thousands of Cantabrians are on high alert tonight, as rain continues to fall on the waterlogged region. Video

Mayors are learning about Māori culture and helping rangatahi develop leadership skills in a two-way mentoring programme.

Many gardeners were horrified last week when a 80-year-old tenant at a Christchurch social housing property had her garden ripped up by authorities without warning. Audio