One dead after crash at Springvale, Otago
Police said initial indications suggested there are serious injuries. A spokesperson later confirmed that one person has died.…
Report on Spring Hill prison finds ‘filthy’ conditions, health concerns and low staff morale
The report said staff and prisoners were “very concerned” about the health risks. Despite efforts by the prison’s…
Funeral planned for Blenheim baby found dead on roadside
Hillgrove said police are still working diligently to forensically identify family members. “We are still concerned for the…
Mangatāwhiri crash: State Highway 2 reopens, one dead after two-vehicle collision
A section of SH2, between Koheroa Rd and the SH1 intersection, was closed early this morning as the…
Mangatāwhiri crash: One dead, State Highway 2 closed after two-vehicle collision
A section of SH2, between Koheroa Rd and the SH1 intersection, remains closed after the Serious Crash Unit…
What’s on in Auckland this weekend: Matariki, Shakespeare, truffles and more
Te Rama Ika is a free immersive light and sound installation by Angus Muir and Graham Tipene. It’s…
Former British MP Ann Widdecombe found dead at home, man arrested on suspicion of murder
Widdecombe, a Conservative MP from 1987 to 2010, was known for her strong Christian faith and outspoken views.…
New Plymouth-born broadcaster Derryn Hinch dead at 82
At the height of his career, he was reportedly Australia’s highest-paid media personality, bringing in A$1 million a…
Dead seabirds on Northland beach test negative for H5N1 bird flu
The discovery follows recent reports of dead and distressed seabirds, including prions and various petrel species, washing ashore…
‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ singer Bonnie Tyler dead at 75
An earlier statement on Tyler’s website said: “We are very sorry to announce that Bonnie has been admitted…
GRL star Lauren Bennett dead aged 37
Announcing Bennett’s death on social media, Estrada, Slayton and Van Oppen said: “It is with great sadness that…
Tenant not liable for dead plants in Christchurch rental, tribunal rules
A recently released decision by the tribunal stated that at the beginning of the tenancy, mature evergreen bushes…