Police had initially said a mass shooting might have been prevented by the seizure of the weapons and the arrest of the apartment's resident.
The Green Party is calling on the government to stop landlords hiking rents in the wake of the Auckland floods.
Australia will replace the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on its A$5 banknote with a new design to reflect and honour the history of its Indigenous culture.
Moscow has amassed thousands of troops and could "try something", Ukraine's defence minister says.
Hobson's brand ham sandwiches sold in the North Island are being recalled due to possible presence of Listeria.
Emergency services are attending a fatal single-vehicle crash at the intersection of SH2 and Wahipai Close in Dannevirke south of Hawke's Bay.
The decision turns Wellington into a 2023 battleground, with three brand new faces set to contest the electorate - and Shaw has already thrown his support behind Tamatha Paul.
Seventeen North Island locations have observed their wettest-ever January on record.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has admitted he "dropped the ball" last week when the city faced unprecedented rainfall which resulted in three deaths across the region. Video
Locals are applauding the state of emergency extension as communities clean up a week after Auckland's deadly floods.
Authorities in Western Australia say they have found a tiny radioactive capsule which went missing last month.
Seventeen North Island locations have observed their wettest-ever January on record.
Superintendent John Price, the Canterbury District Commander, is to retire in March after 36 years with New Zealand Police.
Flood-hit farmers in Tairāwhiti have voiced support for an independent review as they continue to clear debris from their properties.
Thames-Coromandel mayor Len Salts says his decision to call a pre-emptive declaration of emergency was on based on concern for vulnerable communities.
The alleged incident occurred the day before the Bengals' playoff game against the Buffalo Bills, according to court documents.
The new prime minister is taking a different approach to making tough calls to his predecessor. Audio
The US is tracking a suspected Chinese surveillance balloon that has been spotted flying over sensitive sites in recent days.
A 17-year-old male charged with attacking a girl near a Christchurch park has pleaded guilty.
The CIA chief said that U.S. intelligence shows that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not serious about peace talks.
An iconic Rotorua destination has been broadcast to millions of viewers on Good Morning America.
Up to 40 countries could boycott the next Olympic Games, making the whole event pointless, said Poland's sport and tourism minister.
The return of Kyle Jamieson headlines the Black Caps test squad for their looming two-match home series against England.
Continuing fuel subsidies despite official and expert advice urging otherwise is focused on helping New Zealanders in the here and now, the finance minister says. Audio
The Parole Board chair believes incorrect information from Corrections prevented a convicted rapist, who murdered his neighbour while on parole, from being placed in a rehabilitation centre.
Global Pharma's eye drops have been linked to a U.S. outbreak which has led to at least five people losing their vision.
Four people have been rescued from Mt Aspiring Park on Friday, prompting a warning about dangerous river levels.
The New Zealand Breakers had to overcome a 16-point deficit to take a step closer to securing second place in the NBL.
One person has died after a water-related incident in Mt Maunganui, Bay of Plenty.
The FDA's investigation found a range of issues at the ice cream manufacturer that contributed to the outbreak, including a lack of a written food safety plan.