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The funding bid comes after growing concerns increasing tourist numbers are disrupting a little blue penguin colony.

Another person is reported to have sustained moderate injuries.

See who's on the list of New Year Honours recipients.

Stores in Quay Street and St Lukes are closed for cleaning this afternoon.

Halberg, best known for his 5000m gold medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics, died on Wednesday evening.

It was also the first match for Jordie Barrett in Taranaki colours.

A prisoner assaulted two other inmates while working in the kitchen, Serco has confirmed.

Skipper Dalton Papali'i to miss next three matches due to suspension for high tackle but Blues coach says the bigger picture is more important.

The death toll from Cyclone Gabrielle remains at 11.