Sophia Walker, 12, found the unexploded ordnance during a family day out at the beach.
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H5N1 bird flu confirmed in Wellington seabird, first NZ case recorded
A seabird infected with the H5N1 bird flu strain was found on a Wellington beach.
Word Christchurch Festival 2026 line-up released: Booker Prize winner and Kiwi music legends join ‘vibrant’ programme
More than 100 writers and performers will appear across Christchurch venues in September.
Former owner of The Captain Cook Hotel jailed for paying minor for sex
The entertainment industry figure can now be identified.
Call for cameras after ‘hoons’ tear up Gisborne park
Gisborne locals call for action on frequent vehicular damage to Churchill Park.
Kyle Whorrall murder case: Judge jails Auckland woman who tried to hide SUV
The American was nearing graduation when he was attacked with a machete at a bus stop.
Dark web tax scam: Auckland fraudster jailed over $2m Inland Revenue scheme
Personal information was bought on the dark web to access myIR accounts.
Former Act Party Tim Jago president admits fresh historical sex abuse charge
The charge was laid late last year.
Video surfaces of councillor Christine Fletcher accusing Mayor Wayne Brown of swearing at meeting
The mayor said robust debate was an inevitable part of representing Aucklanders.
Paul Henry delivers comms masterclass, but will it last?
OPINION: The broadcaster’s turn on the political stage was refreshing – even nostalgic.