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.

New Zealand says China's testing launch of a nuclear-capable missile into the South Pacific is at odds with peace and stability in the region.

The National Weather Service in Guam says the category 5 storm is forecast to remain near this intensity through Tuesday, as it passes through the Marianas.

Australia's Prime Miniser Anthony Albanese says the treaties represent one of the most significant endeavours Australia has undertaken with any country.

There are questions over a new agreeement between PNG's cabinet and the country's anti-corruption body.

Competitive strongman is gaining momentum in the Pacific, despite limited opportunities for athletes to compete close to home.

Emergency services were called to the crash were a vehicle had gone into Aorere River

The country's low-risk drinking guidelines are out of date and too high, Massey University professor Andy Towers says.

Two former police officers are on trial, charged with wilfully attempting to obstruct the course of justice in relation to Arthur Easton's 1985 murder.

The nurse at the Nightcaps Medical Centre was funded by WellSouth Primary Health Network for 20 hours a week until March.

Some people have been left stranded by the deluge while others are counting the cost of damage.