England batter refuses to walk causing more controversy weeks after ‘Clicky Ponting’ scandal
“Temoor Alam, you’ve got to walk, you cannot do that. Off you go, sir.” England over-60 batter Temoor…
Tainui unleashes scathing attack on Govt after river protection rules halted
The Government acknowledged the significant work that went into developing PC1 and insisted that work wouldn’t be “wasted”…
Gang associate to spend less than four days in prison after resisting confiscation of Kawerau house
He was later sentenced to 16 and a half years in prison after being convicted of serious methamphetamine…
Man convicted of sexual offending against teen in Blenheim public toilet
On his way home, he stopped to use the public toilet in Seymour Square. The defendant walked in…
Hamilton murder accused remanded in custody after woman found dead
About eight family members and supporters were in court for the appearance. Crown prosecutor Matthew Temm successfully sought…
Kaikohe aggravated robbery: Woman, child seriously assaulted, man arrested
The woman was taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition and the child received minor injuries,…
Police called to family home of Hayden Panettiere’s on-off boyfriend
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Endangered Mexican alligator lizards allegedly found in suitcase at Tokyo airport
Vice-president of K2 Security Screening Group Keith Jeffries said profit motives often drive unusual smuggling schemes. “If there’s…
Westpac restores online banking after frustrating morning for customers
Earlier in the morning, Westpac said it was trying to fix issues with intermittent access to Westpac One,…
King’s School headmaster Tony Sissons to retire after 24 years
“His vision, foresight, energy and unwavering commitment have shaped the school we know today. “Just as importantly, his…
Liam Lawson returns to Red Bull: Risks and rewards at Dutch Grand Prix
Risk: It seems unbelievable, but 2026 was shaping up to be Lawson’s first “normal” Formula 1 season. It’s…
Wellington waterfront stolen dirt bike ‘joyride’: Man arrested after crashing
Wellington police arrested a man after an inner-city waterfront “joyride” on a $22,000 stolen dirt bike. Photo /…