Frustration in Indonesia as flood survivors await aid
“It’s very challenging logistically to respond,” said Ade Soekadis, executive director of aid group Mercy Corps Indonesia. “The…
Quote of the year: Luxon’s ‘go make a marmite sandwich’ in running for annual contest
Luxon first made the comments during an interview with Newstalk ZB in March, saying parents who were unhappy…
Crash closes Mt Victoria tunnel in central Wellington
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Police probe after woman who survived 11,000-volt skydive accident found dead in car outside station
She collided with high-voltage power lines and was electrocuted with 11,000 volts. Kirsten Moriarty’s car, a blue Toyota,…
UK trial opens in dispute over Jimi Hendrix recordings
Redding and Mitchell, who died in the 2000s, formed the band with American rock legend Hendrix in 1966.…
Dream fishing charter trip ends in nightmare after two injured crossing infamous Pātea bar
Maritime New Zealand prosecuted South Taranaki Fishing Charters for offences under the Health and Safety at Work Act…
New government rules coming for micro-abattoirs; homekill for sale in pipeline
That will be reduced to 30 in the first season and 12 in subsequent seasons, from April next…
Coroner issues warning after girl, 7, run over by mower in Hawke’s Bay farm accident
His report comes with a warning to the rural community “of the dangers young children face while accompanying…
Three double-bunk deaths at Mt Eden prison in a year
“The alleged perpetrator was immediately secured and placed on directed segregation.” Looking for answers Detective Senior Sergeant Martin…
Coroner: Nelson teen driver Tielyr Ayrton killed in alcohol-, speed-related crash
A police vehicle with flashing lights which loomed behind her had not been chasing her, but was trying…
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…
Titus Proctor wins WBC Muay Thai world title in Mt Maunganui showdown
Proctor dominated throughout the fight, landing knockdowns in every round until the fight stopped in the final round…