Woman steps in to protect baby with head injuries when Oranga Tamariki fails to act
The child protection agency has also accepted that Stephanie took on responsibilities that should have been Oranga Tamariki’s.…
McDonald’s New Zealand profit jumps to $108.7m as fast-food giant plans six new restaurants
A further $635,000 was attributed to licence fees, while service fees, which refers to the monthly royalty-style revenues…
Nelson drive-by shooting: 4 men jailed over $40k gang-related drug debt
Four shots from two of the weapons were fired at the house from their vehicle, three of which…
Whangārei teen actor headed to London to perform at Shakespeare’s Globe
Hewlett-Coffey said it would be a “super cool experience”. “We get to learn and train with some of…
Police chase Head Hunter gang member in car on rims across Auckland’s North Shore
“No pursuit was initiated, however, the Police Eagle helicopter was quick to pick up the vehicle and track…
AI Is Changing Entry-Level Work. Here’s How to Ace Your First Job.
AI may not be getting a warm reception at college graduations this spring, but it’s reshaping the workplace…
Teacher Kahukura Bentson avoids deregistration after convictions, including for the assault of a woman
In the decision, tribunal deputy chairman Nicholas Chisnall censured Bentson after giving “serious contemplation” to deregistering him. Bentson…
Iran war: Oil stocks declining ‘very fast’, International Energy Agency chief warns
Iran has effectively halted tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for US and Israeli strikes…
Trial begins for woman charged with careless driving causing death of Head Hunter Sam Rasmussen, who was fleeing police
The defence argued that obscured visibility at the intersection, a dip in the road and Rasmussen’s speed were…
Indian man ‘attacked with sickle’ in land feud denied refugee status in New Zealand
However, his argument did not hold sway with the NZ Immigration and Protection Tribunal, which last month declined…
Kāinga Ora sell-off: Harcourts agent’s $1.9m state house purchase referred to regulator
His advertisement described them as “ripe for renovations” and perfect for astute investors and land bankers. Property records…
Andrew Maaka’s 1991 disappearance from Auckland Head Hunters’ pad now back in police sights
Andrew Maaka – criminal, father of three, a man with dreams of wealth but no obvious legal way…