The man installed a security camera after a washing machine delivered to his home was stolen. But his problems were just beginning.

The flight from Auckland was unable to land in the capital because of wind shear - a sudden change in the speed or direction of wind.

Drops include popular two-year rate.

Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII met with PM Christopher Luxon and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka on Monday.

The Serious Crash Unit had been advised of the death, police said.

Fiji is now in a generalised HIV epidemic, which means the virus is firmly established and spreading within the general population.

Fiji and Tonga are pursuing alternative fuel supply partnerships and renewable energy options, as both countries seek to strengthen their long-term energy security.

Tokelau has lost more than 60 percent of its fishing revenue between February and June, according to New Zealand officials, following its expulsion from a key Pacific fisheries agreement.

Northern Mariana Islands tennis standout Carol Lee is headed to the US Open after earning a main-draw singles wild card into the final Grand Slam tournament of the year.

A celebration of rugby legend Jonah Lomu is getting a $10,000 boost.

Firefighters are responding to a large fire in Wānaka, where evacuations have begun.

Police are seeking witnesses after three people have been critically injured following a crash on Lindis Pass.

A woman has been arrested and police have launched an investigation, after a man's death in the Far North.

The young father and "good bloke" is currently on a ventilator, with family waiting to hear what the prognosis is.

The crash happened at the Mount Maunganui intersection of SH29A and SH2 at about 3.50pm.