NZTA says the slip on State Highway 7, south of the Riordan Creek Bridge, was discovered early this morning. It's forced the closure of the road in both directions - between Springs Junction and ...

Southern District Police say Lynda was safely located this afternoon.

Police say three people were aboard the boat when it got into trouble - about 200 metres offshore of Patea. Two died, with the third person found in the water and taken to hospital.

Along with seven other co-accused, the prosecution have alleged that the two moved the drugs to locations around Nadi, including Denarau Island, which is home to major international hotel chains and ...