Wairoa fatal crash: One dead and two critically injured after car and school bus collide
The school has been contacted for comment. Deputy secretary at the Ministry of Education Jocelyn Mikaere said the…
South Taranaki leaders say seabed mine bid dead in water
Trans-Tasman Resources can respond to the draft rejection before the final ruling next month – and could challenge…
Investigation into water death of boy, 5, at Westshore Beach: ‘Everything points to it being an absolute accident’
“I would like to acknowledge and thank the emergency services and lead agencies for their efforts in responding…
3 Doors Down frontman Brad Arnold dead at 47 after cancer diagnosis
They urged fans to respect the privacy of his family. “He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.”…
Tararu Beach incident: One dead, one injured after boat capsizes off Thames beach
“Our thoughts are with the family and friends affected by this tragic incident.” Coastguard’s Richardson Rescue vessel later…
Pedestrian dead after being struck by vehicle on Auckland’s Southern Motorway
Inquiries into the crash were taking place, police said. Fire and Emergency crews from Papatoetoe and Ōtara helped…
Person killed in crash in Lower Moutere, Tasman
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One dead from injuries after Ōtara motorbike crash on Auckland Anniversary Day
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Tauranga Mayoral Relief Fund launched after deadly flooding and slips
Drysdale said the fund also responded to strong public demand from residents wanting to help those affected. “Our…
New colony of critically endangered long‑tailed bats discovered in Hawke’s Bay
Their reliance on specific roosting trees, however, makes them particularly vulnerable to habitat loss caused by vegetation clearance…
NBA: Victor Wembanyama ‘horrified’ by Minneapolis killings
A small group of NBA athletes and coaches, including Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton and Golden State Warriors…
Samoan police investigate after renowned author Sia Figiel found dead in prison cell
Figiel, 59, had been in police custody in Samoa since 2024, when she was arrested and charged over…