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An embattled Whangārei lion park says "a glimmer of hope" has emerged that its five remaining big cats may yet be saved.

"We are lost for words as to why anyone would do this," McLarens' family say.

The man, whose name is suppressed, pleaded guilty to receiving "commercial sexual services" from a person aged under 18.

News that the renowned French food guide is coming to Aotearoa has the hospitality industry fizzing. Will any restaurants win the coveted stars?

A car hit a powerpole.

Former staff of a Whangārei wildlife park have made a plea to see the remaining animals before they are euthanised. Audio

Pets and their owners can tune in and chill out to RNZ's annual Concert for Animals tonight.

John Doherty previously offered to join Jacinda Ardern's team before losing his security licence.

Police say they have not been able to identify any positive leads in the search for Te Anihana Pomana.

The Australian mining company says the 30-year mining permit is one of two key approvals needed to start work on the mine.

YouTube is increasingly becoming the media of choice - while local content becomes buried under international output, according to new research.

The build would include a truck stop, retail service area, cafe and fruit shop facilities.

The University of Otago is investigating student behaviour following the incident which saw two people arrested.

The Depression Recovery Trust's Wellington treatment centre, Whakamātūtū, is on the brink of closing down after ACC pulled its funding. Audio