Person dead after two riders knocked off dirt bikes on different Northland roads
Although the investigation is in its early stages, police believe both riders were knocked off their bikes. Investigations…
UN health agency tracing over 80 people on flight taken by hantavirus victim
“Contact tracing for passengers on the flight has been initiated,” the WHO said. Airlink operates one flight a…
Baby died on mum’s chest after midwife failed to monitor his condition following birth
There were no complications with the birth and the little boy was considered healthy, with an Apgar score…
Young orca found dead on shores of Ōrewa Beach in Auckland’s north
“I went in to assist them, but sadly, it was already dead by the time we reached it.…
Hantavirus outbreak suspected in three deaths from cruise ship
A WHO spokesman said: “WHO is aware of the cases of severe acute respiratory illness on a cruise…
Sir Bob Jones property legacy: How his $2b portfolio is being run now
Jones started his business, the eponymous Robt. Jones Holdings, in 1961. Sir Bob Jones in 2013. Photo /…
Boat capsizes in Kaikōura, one person found dead
A person has died after a boat capsized at South Bay, Kaikōura. Photo / Google Maps A person…
Kapuni crash: One dead after single-vehicle accident in Taranaki
Police have urged holidaymakers driving home from the long weekend to stay safe on the roads. Acting director…
Anzac weekend road toll: Police urge holidaymakers to drive home safe after two killed
The vehicles hit each other near the intersection of State Highway 36 and Leonard Rd near Ngongotahā, 10km…
Melanoma: Rotorua’s Elizabeth Pilaar writes book about son Michael’s death
Michael was diagnosed with melanoma at age 17 after his mother raised concerns about a mole on his…
‘His lips were turning blue’: New book details Sir Mick Jagger’s near-death experience
The author wrote: “Mick was out cold. “Chess tried dragging him upright, even slapped him a couple of…
Person dies in hospital two days after single-vehicle crash on Hororata Dunsandel Rd
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