Tongariro River: Injured whio/blue duck euthanised for fishing line injuries
“We attempted to cut and unwind some of the line, but quickly realised helping this bird needed more…
Multiple vegetation fires break out across Central Hawke’s Bay amid strong winds
Five pumping appliances and three tankers were at the second Swamp Rd fire. “Firefighting conditions are extremely difficult…
Takapuna assault: Two girls allegedly attacked by teen group
“After a period of time, the victims managed to return home and police were called.” A social media…
Cyclists injured, dog killed in violent Epsom incidents, man arrested
Police confirmed a 49-year-old man was arrested at 7.13am, just eight minutes after the first 111 call was…
Police probe possible cannibalism link in death of 4-year-old boy in New South Wales
“I’m prepared to say publicly at the moment, it was an extremely confronting scene,” Superintendent Chad Gilles from…
Coogee shark attack: Leah Stewart fights for life after arm amputation
They later revealed one of her arms had to be amputated. A GoFundMe campaign initiated by the family…
Auckland boy with autism left in school van for four hours, Ministry of Education demands answers
Their son attends Wilson School, which provides specialist education for students with high needs. He was supposed to…
Million-dollar motor: ‘Extremely rare’ Nissan R34 Skyline GT-R purchased by NZ importer
Scarr and his business partner have placed a $1m price tag on the 2002 vehicle. Only 285 of…
Firefighters, police clash over cliff rescue of woman trapped in ‘extremely precarious position’
Police waited for half an hour to alert Fire and Emergency when the incident call came in at…
Auckland police warn stolen bag may contain toxic asbestos
“Amongst some items stolen is double-bagged asbestos that had been placed in a box. “Asbestos is extremely toxic,…
Man who fell overboard from the Interislander ‘extremely unlikely’ to have survived, police say
“Initial inquiries were undertaken, including further searches of the vessel and attempts to contact the man,” Gifford said.…
Parking nightmare: Aucklanders claim car park rules make navigating streets ‘extremely difficult’
Nicol said it’s a concern with her 78-year-old father and other elderly residents as there’s “no way” emergency…