Asbestos in kids’ play sand: Safety claims under scrutiny as regulators use supplier’s assessment for official advice
According to internal emails reportedly seen by The Guardian, WorkSafe NZ had challenged recall notices in Australia “from…
Dave Hughes responds after Melanie Bracewell claims he urinated in her glass
Melanie Bracewell accused Aussie comic Dave Hughes of urinating in her glass. Speaking to the Daily Mail, Hughes,…
Onehunga house fire: Police want to identify mystery person after man’s death
Rollinson was found dead at the property. “Police believe the person pictured may be able to assist in…
Ryan Fox savours Open Championship win after stunning Royal Birkdale finish
Speaking on Newstalk ZB’s Mike Hosking Breakfast, Fox admitted he spent most of the night celebrating before heading…
Wellington mega-landlord Matthew Ryan denies insolvency after companies placed in receivership
BDO Wellington receivers Jessica Kellow and Iain Shephard were appointed as receivers and managers of the companies last…
Kiwi teenager Loukas Rainger in Thai prison over watch incident at airport security
“He was told by immigration that there was a warrant out for his arrest.” Stuff reported that Loukas…
Kevin Keegan dies aged 75: Tributes pour in for football legend
“The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and daughters…
Driver accused of running over police officer’s feet in Silverstream, Upper Hutt incident
However, they tracked the vehicle’s movements through police units, reports from members of the public, and CCTV footage.…
Man faces multiple charges after alleged serious assault near Whanganui
The victim remains in hospital. Photo / NZME A man has been charged with aggravated robbery and wounding…
Woman had chemo, parts of her throat and stomach removed unnecessarily after under-pressure Awanui Labs got cancer diagnosis wrong
That discovery triggered a review of the original biopsy and ultimately revealed the diagnosis had been wrong. In…
Coroner warns of deadly risks after student’s autoerotic strangulation
He was unable to open the door, so forced it open and found his brother face down on…
Sean Raymond Bridgeman killed in single-vehicle crash on Troutbeck Rd, Galatea, Bay of Plenty
Tributes were flowing for Bridgeman and his family on his online funeral notice. He was described as a…