Over a thousand people are gathering at Ruakaka Beach in hopes of breaking the world record for most people building sand sculptures at once. Photo: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly Over a thousand people are...

Iwi leader Snow Tane. Photo: RNZ / Peter de Graaf The runner-up in one of the country’s tightest – and most controversial – mayoral races has been refused a recount. Iwi leader Snow Tane...