Coroner finds church leader Tēvita Moeakiola drowned after boat capsize off Musick Point
A Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) report stated that hypothermia was likely a contributing factor given sea temperatures at…
Coroner labels temporary pools a ‘grave hazard’ after drowning of Napier toddler
Aromaia’s death is the fifth involving a temporary pool since 2014. In findings released today, Coroner Heidi Wrigley…
Coroner urges action after Northland girl’s death linked to lap belt, fatigue, alcohol
The coroner said Joshwyn was in a car driven by her mother Marino Wikaira on State Highway 12,…
Lake Rotomā fatal crash: Coroner finds Juliet Kaipara drowned, calls for improved road barriers
Kaipara was remembered online at the time of her death as a person with an “infectious laugh” who…
Coroner rules on death of Wellington diver Jinting Guo whose body has never been found
Jinting Guo, 35, who was last seen in Tītahi Bay, north of Wellington in October 2023. Photo/ Supplied.…
Teen’s driving inexperience and alcohol consumption led to fatal crash near Taupō, says coroner
The coroner’s findings said initially the pair had planned for Kimi Jnr to pick Te Pairi up from…
Coroner: Deaths of friends on way to Rhythm & Vines an ‘avoidable tragedy’
The exchange turned violent and the fight spilled from the back of the car they were in and…
Hāhei Beach tragedy: Coroner warns of climbing dangers after boy’s death
“Especially those who are adventurous and have an inclination to test physical abilities and boundaries,” he wrote. Today’s…