Hamilton foster mum Melissa Sumner honoured after decade caring for neurodiverse kids
She described the process as “quite rough” on both her and Dean’s side of the family, but the…
Southland crash kills mother and daughter, Nepalese community in shock
The deceased were travelling to Blueberry Country Southland for work when they died. Firefighters freed another seriously injured…
Doja Cat deletes video and apologises for attacking Timothee Chalamet
She said: “I am going to come out and say that I know nothing about opera. I know…
Drug kingpin Joshua Townshend avoids jail for $669k laundering, mephedrone ring
The raid signalled the end of Townshend’s criminal enterprise that involved importing and manufacturing drugs. An enterprise he’d…
Commerce Commission warns businesses over petrol surcharges and price rises
Analysis of changes to fuel pricing will be provided on the commission’s website, giving a snapshot of how…
How cargo thieves are stealing millions of dollars in tech hardware
That’s because of a new twist on an old idea: there is plenty of money to be made…
Regional mayors warn Air New Zealand flight cuts threaten lifeline routes
“As with our roading and rail infrastructure, the Government has a clear role to play in supporting access…
Karangahape Rd superette robbery: Teens with machete arrested after fleeing scene
The pair then fled the area in a waiting stolen vehicle with two youngsters inside. “This vehicle was…
Son forgives Hamilton driver Kathleen Davies for failing to stop after father’s fatal scooter crash
Davies told police she heard an “almighty bang”, noticed that her side wing mirror was damaged, and stopped…
Wellington cocktail bar Crumpet to close after 14 years
“Thank you so much Pōneke for letting us be part of the landscape. We’ve been blessed to have…
High-risk explosive substance found in Burnside, Christchurch; residents told to evacuate
“Cordons will be removed once the area is safe,” Ellison said. Burnside residents have been told to evacuate…
Rotorua Little Theatre Society celebrates 75-year anniversary and rebuild after flood
“We were four rehearsals out from opening a show, so that had to be cancelled, which was a…