The morning’s headlines in 90 seconds, including heavy rain on the way for some, a timeline for the Gaza hostages to be released, and why Princess Catherine says put down your phone.
Some weather warnings are likely to remain in place into the weekend as a front stalls over the Tararua Ranges and Buller district.
US President Donald Trump says the remaining hostages in Gaza should be freed early next week.
A person has been seriously injured when a car and e-scooter collided in Auckland.
A Fiji Airlines plane remains grounded in Christchurch after bird strike.
The Princess of Wales says people need to spend less time on devices.
