Police select new roadside drug testing device, Securetec DrugWipe 3 S, for rollout in Wellington
Greally said the equipment had been tested for accuracy by officers and an independent forensic laboratory. This was…
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…
Repeat offender Ngakurarangi Kohu sentenced to 10 months in jail after bail breach
Then in early 2025, Kohu was in a car on Raumanga Valley Rd, Whangārei, where police were responding…
Complaints against real estate agents up 35% in ‘challenging’ market
That needs to be a focus for the industry, she said, acknowledging that some cases brought to the…
Life in Wimbledon: Locals reject pub owner’s claim their village is ‘evil’
Wimbledon, Tararua, not so much. The sleepy village of dozens rather than hundreds is a place framed by…
Police recruits graduate in Auckland as force faces scrutiny
The ceremonial event comes after a week of turmoil for police. A damning report released this week by…
DP World Tour Championship: Daniel Hillier starts strong in quest for PGA Tour card
Before the season finale, Hillier sits on 1886.82 points and in 17th on the season standings. The top…
Wairoa restaurant Gemmells continues in new hands as former owner placed in liquidation
“I don’t want to give up on my team, my friends and my community. I want to be…
New Zealand Michelin Guide’s launch in four cities disappoints regional restaurateurs
Karl Martin-Boulton, owner and chef at Hamilton chef’s table restaurant The Green, said the announcement was “huge news”…
Prison doctor wait times shorter than in community, Corrections data shows
Rimutaka Prison and Northland Region Corrections Facility had the longest waits that month – with a median wait…
Police name escaped prisoner after hospital escort breakout in Auckland
The prison’s acting general manager Edith Pattinson earlier said police were informed immediately and were searching for him.…
Hera Couture’s Katie Yeung On 15 Years In Bridal & How To Pick A Wedding Dress
Hera Couture marks a special anniversary, celebrating 15 years in the bridal business with a fashion show featuring…