Hornet scare in Bay of Plenty dismissed as MPI rules out Paengaroa nest
“Our entomologists assess all photos sent to MPI through our notification process. “No queen hornets or nests have…
Vin Diesel lawsuit dismissed after judge rules lack of jurisdiction
“The ruling was based on a legal technicality, with which we respectfully disagree. Ms Jonasson intends to appeal.”…
Tenancy Tribunal rules landlord’s water rate claim against former tenant unfair
The tenant maintained he shouldn’t be accountable for the water rates bills that were neither presented during the…
Kaipara mayoral recount bid dismissed after 62% of special votes rejected
Tane then applied for a recount, saying the margin was narrow, the number of special votes and disallowed…
Waiheke vineyard company Cable Bay Wine Ltd to pay $18,000 to fired worker
“[The company] said Ms Carozzi knew the booking query should have been referred to another staff member who…
Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson apologises after her Right to Repair bill dismissed as she was late to show up
As Rutherford was speaking, Parliament TV’s camera shifted to a wide shot of the House, showing Davidson not…
Property owners lose Lake Hayes subdivision case as covenant challenge dismissed
The consent, in conjunction with the council’s current proposed district plan, allows for a primary residential dwelling and…
Roger O’Byrne’s digger incident costs thousands, appeal dismissed – neighbour suffers ongoing anxiety
O’Byrne, 75, was charged with wilful damage and convicted after a trial in September 2024. He was told…