Christchurch mother calls for bereavement leave to rise from three to 10 days
“Our family lost a child; our children lost a sibling,” Hemes said. “Any family in that situation needs…
Witness appeal after fatal Taupō crash claims life of Auckland man
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Grammy-winning singer Peabo Bryson dies aged 75
His relatives said they were “tremendously moved by the outpouring of love, prayers and support from fans, friends,…
Twin Peaks actor Owain Rhys Davies dies suddenly aged 44
He explained: “There are still questions that remain unanswered regarding the circumstances of his death.” “Our understanding at…
Parents sentenced in Whanganui over neglect of sick teen boy, who later died
Ultimately, the lung infection led to a cardiac arrest and stroke, and he later died. His parents’ failure…
Motueka GP Martin Hudson dies after regular sea swim at Kaiteriteri Beach
“It gives his family and close friends much solace that Martin was out there doing what he most…
Obituary: Commodores bassist Ronald LaPread, who died in Auckland aged 75
Training as an engineer at the Tuskegee Institute, LaPread answered an advertisement to join the Commodores when the…
Taupō: One dead after single-car crash on Poihipi Rd near Wairakei
In Friday night’s crash, one person died at the scene and two others were critically injured following a…
Mum denied memorial bench for son who was found dead at Auckland beach
On Tuesday, she was back in front of the local board, with a petition signed by more than…
Two dead in separate overnight crashes, one on Waiheke Island, the other in Wairākei
Police were called to the fatal crash on Onetangi Rd around 1.30am. Photo / Google Maps Yesterday evening,…
Alaskan Bush People star Matt Brown dead at 43
He added: “I was so worried that he would end up ODed or something like that. I didn’t…
South Island Vanuatu community leader Richie George dies in quad bike crash
“This family is now facing an unimaginable loss, while also carrying the financial pressure that comes with the…