The initial quake on Monday morning has been followed by a series of aftershocks.
They were the lone winner of the First Division prize.
The industry is worth billions in Asia and the market is excited about another high-quality, NZ-made product.
A shark expert is calling on beachgoers to be more cautious following a suspected shark attack at Waihī beach.
Warmer water brings a number of shark species to New Zealand each summer.
Emergency services were called to the scene at the popular Bay of Plenty holiday location just after 5pm on Thursday.
It happened after 5pm on Thursday.
The road is down to one lane and the serious crash unit is at the scene.
It comes after a man died at the falls on Sunday.
Diversions are in place and motorists are being asked to avoid the area.
The falls are closed to the public due to safety concerns.
"We have no dramatic or severe weather across the nation, although it's not perfectly dry."
Police officers want to speak with anyone who has information.
They're thought to have become trapped in the deflating slide.
"It was amazing. Incredible."
Heavy rain, hail and possible thunderstorms are predicted for Sunday evening.
Factors like employment, population growth and house prices are taken into account to rank the economic performance of the country's regions.
The projects are set to employ 135 people over two years.
"The employer was at the worst end of migrant exploitation."
"We'll share a cold Steinlager, remember the good times and just reflect."
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