More than 220 properties lost power as crews prepared to work overnight.

Three vessels, two helicopters and a hovercraft searched for about three hours.

One patient was taken to Christchurch Hospital in a serious condition.

Some recent polls put Opportunity above the 5% threshold.

National suffered some of its own bruises this weekend.

While on bail for a 24kg import, he helped organise 85kg in additional shipments.

Motorists should expect delays while emergency services work at the scene.

A helicopter and additional crews were sent to help contain the blaze.

D’Havland Laupama has neurological disabilities and a developmental age of about 7.

One person was taken into custody without incident.