One dead after car crashes into river near Whatawhata in Waikato
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and to expect delays. The fatality comes after another person died…
New Zealand woman Karla Anne Drescher dies in Thailand hotel room
“Sadly, my mum, Karla Anne Drescher, has passed away while on holiday in Thailand on 27/10/25. “I need…
New Zealand woman found dead in hotel room in Phuket, Thailand; police investigating
Police confirmed to the Phuket News that the dead woman was a New Zealand national. According to the…
‘Queens of the Dead’ review: Tina Romero queers the zombie film, exuberantly
“They’re coming to get you, Barbara” is the most famous line from 1968’s revolutionary “Night of the Living…
Pahīatua woman found dead was ‘devoted’ to family, including son now wanted by Police
Randell Todd, who lives in the US, is currently in New Zealand on holiday for her mother’s 100th.…
Pilot whale stranding at Northland’s Twilight Beach: 27 dead
“We are always ready to go because this is the season and this is what happens,” Waitai said.…
The Voice Australia star Virginia Lillye dead at 56: ‘Deeply saddened’
Her band also shared an emotional tribute to their “queen”, writing: “Virginia Lillye was hands down the quintessential…
Mariah Carey named MusiCares Person of the Year. Why it matters.
Jermaine Dupri praises Mariah Carey at 2025 MTV VMAs red carpet At the 2025 MTV VMAs red carpet,…
Cyclist ‘left for dead’ in hit and run feared he would never walk again
Weston said he had almost become accustomed to terrible drivers but never imagined someone would intentionally run him…
Brynderwyn State Highway 1 crash: Two dead, delays expected
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) said delays were expected on SH1 at Brynderwyn for some time. SH1…
Woman found dead at property near Pahiatua school, police launch homicide investigation
A car belonging to the victim is missing from the address and police are appealing for any sightings…
Waikato double fatal crash: Police appeal for witnesses after collision at Piarere
“We are also asking for anyone who may have witnessed unusual or poor driving behaviour that involved a…