All lanes are now open but there are significant traffic delays.

The Black Ferns had a huge win over Japan in their final test before the World Cup, but Wayne Smith says it's crucial the players remain grounded.

When it comes to local government, unification has proven a divisive issue.

Police confirm one dead after Saturday afternoon crash south of Thames.

The Prince and Princess of Wales made their first appearance since the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, where Prince William said he "choked up" at Paddington Bear tributes.

The software entrepreneur would love to see more undaunted young people - and more undaunted people generally.

The Black Ferns continued their World Cup preparations with a huge win at Eden Park, against a Japan team that didn't turn up.

Our About the South columnist on Southland's glaciers, Girl Guide ructions and an Omaui hut whose occupants headed to London for a coronation.

A citizens' assembly found direct recycled water, where wastewater is treated to a drinkable standard, should be Auckland's next water source.

Mooloos fail to fire a shot as Lions surge away for bonus-point win which also seals their quarterfinals berth and puts them top of their conference.

After a niggly week, rugby fans gathered near Eden Park ahead of the All Blacks-Wallabies test, with mixed reactions about who would win.

From an out-of-towner the Alexandra Blossom Festival Queen competition could look a little like a beauty pageant, but the girls on the floats are proud to be there.

Politicians and farmers went head-to-head on a Morrinsville sports field in honour of the late John Luxton.

ANALYSIS: Increasingly polarising at home, Ardern's star continues to shine brightly on the world stage.

The gesture is a custom of mourning, and among the people showing solidarity in Wellington was Ghahraman, who herself fled Iran and knows first hand the terror of the "morality police".

The New Zealander goes into the lion's den to face the unbeaten Brit in Manchester, with a shot at his former WBO title up for grabs.

More than 500 hopefuls are looking to fill more than 200 roles with airlines, airport operations and even border agencies.

Shoppers can no longer earn stamps but can still redeem them for cutlery - if they can find any.

The hosts are on track to retain the Shield as they keep the visitors try-less in the wet at Sky Stadium.

New Zealand winger Portia Woodman grabs half-a-dozen tries in a romp for the hosts before the World Cup starts.