Manawatū boy racers: Police association awaits new law after ‘horrendously disappointing’ 200-car gathering
New legislation to deter boy racers and give police stronger powers to crack down on them is going…
Rotorua police say seven arrests unrelated to gang gathering
Officers were expected to remain visible in the city as the group moved on toward Ōpōtiki. Police said…
Medical abuse trial: Nelson court told child seen eating off floor despite mother’s ‘cannot eat’ claim
The mother, whose name has been suppressed to protect the child’s identity, has pleaded not guilty to four…
Walking the journey together: Woman organises gathering of widows after personal tragedy
Gilmartin had been living in Wellington at the time of Matthew’s death. Their children were just 4 and…
Wānaka freedom camping investigated after unauthorised New Year party
“Any event on public conservation land needs to have an authorisation from DoC. This is so we can…
Vigil for Swiss bar fire victims: Tears and stunned silence at Crans-Montana gathering
Mourners laid flowers and candles, with many knowing victims or those still missing. Photo / Maxime Schmid, AFP…
Beckham-Peltz feud extends through Christmas week with shady social media posts
“Only one mum n dad Brooklyn they love you so much,” another added. Brooklyn Beckham spent Christmas 2025…
Crayfish crackdown: Nelson man Joshua Spooner in court over Facebook seafood sales
The rules say only seafood caught by a person with a valid commercial fishing permit can be sold…
What I learnt at a sexologist’s conference – and is NZ in a sexual recession?
1. Women are hitting pause on relationships and sex New research presented at the conference by Dr Justin…
Police seize car, issue fines after illegal road gathering in Lower Hutt
Police were able to stay ahead of the group and “the group were never able to take hold…
Upper Hutt police operation targets boy racer drivers, 28 infringement notices issued
As a result, 28 infringement notices were issued, primarily for vehicle defects, licence breaches, and unsafe modifications. Inspector…