Kawerau river tragedy: Dead boys named as Paul Lloyd, 10, and Luti Maui Mafi, 11
Liam Wade03-1757-0128908-08 Paul was remembered in a Facebook post as a “treasured and beloved” son, brother, nephew, cousin…
Hamilton man Karl Barnett found guilty of driving dangerously, causing the death of a pedestrian
He noted that Barnett, a healthcare assistant, had experienced close to five years of unpredictable seizures or “lock-ups”…
Roger Sydney Samson towed boat on corroded trailer, killing young New Plymouth mother when it detached
Today, he appeared via audio-visual link from Whanganui Prison for sentencing before Judge Philip Crayton on a charge…
Driver in Rotorua crash that killed Sakura Hall, 2, admits he was on drugs
His lawyer, Andy Hill, said that while the man admitted the charge, he disputed some of the police’s…
Nine killed on roads in five days as police issue driving warning
Some of the serious crashes have involved young people, he said. In the past 24 hours, two people…
Driver who killed pedestrian in Hamilton collision saw GP days earlier, worried about having a seizure
The man is defending charges of dangerous driving causing the death of Adrian Michael Bell, and injuring motorist…
Two people dead, four injured after Gisborne crash
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Primrose Hill stabbing: Grandson of acclaimed Kiwi film-maker killed in brawl
“I’m so broken-hearted, I can’t believe it. He was the most beautiful, lovely, outgoing, loving boy. He was…
‘Ketamine Queen’ who supplied Friends star Matthew Perry jailed for 15 years
Dr Salvador Plasencia, who admitted four counts of distribution of ketamine in the weeks before Perry’s death, was…
‘Ketamine Queen’ who supplied Friends star Matthew Perry jailed for 15 years
Dr Salvador Plasencia, who admitted four counts of distribution of ketamine in the weeks before Perry’s death, was…
Florida beach rescue hero saves alleged double killer from sea unaware of day’s prior events
“He said, ‘I’m exhausted, I’m tired,’ and I said, ‘Do it! Get on your back and let the…
Virgin Australia flight attendant killed in Fiji roadside taxi crash near Nadi
Police said driver negligence may have been a factor in the accident and were understood to be interviewing…