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.

Jarome Luai has become the first official signing for the PNG Chiefs ahead of joining the NRL in 2028, the club has confirmed.

Sze Man Yu Inos, also known as "Yuki," was handed a 71-month sentence by the United States District Court for the Northern Mariana Islands.

James Marape says the southern Chinese province, Guandong, is the focal point for PNG as it seeks more access to the Chinese market.

A round-up of news from around the region, including impacts from Maila on Solomon Islands food sources.

Super Rugby W kicks off in June.

The crash on State Highway 2 near Maharakeke Rd was reported to police just after 6.30pm.

Wellington City Mission, in conjunction with the council, was assisting some 40 families or individuals with temporary accommodation at motels and backpackers in the wake of the storm.

With the sky-rocketing cost of using diesel-run trucks and no promises whether they'll get government funding in the next budget, Fair Food's future remains uncertain.

The bill uses a new rule introduced in 2020 which allows a member's bill to be progressed so long as it has support from a majority of MPs who are not in the executive.

For the first time in more than a century, the Otago Pakake/sea lion population has delivered more than 35 pups in a season.