Remote cannabis grower Aaryn Barlow has sentence varied; avoids ankle monitor over no-phone-zone home
Former Green Party politician Aaryn Barlow’s cannabis plantation was found during aerial reconnaissance by police in the Nelson…
Dunedin inmate laughed about ‘pool of blood’ after gang-linked jail attack
Judge Robinson said the victim was defenceless, had his back turned, and had no chance to protect himself.…
Waiatāi Stream eel deaths: Tests find natural ‘blackwater event’ to blame
She said HBRC teams collected water samples from several locations in the Waiatai and Ikanui streams. “These samples…
HDC finds baby’s death linked to ‘list of errors’ by staff at Health NZ Waitematā
“This has not only been a clinical failure but a deeply personal tragedy that has left lasting emotional…
Nelson man Corey Innocente jailed after threats to kill police and public in tense standoff
Innocente’s actions prompted the evacuation of an early childhood centre and residents from about 50 nearby homes. He…
Young nurse left with a permanent injury amid calls to stem violence in mental health wards
Cat Flynn says she stays in her job because she respects the staff on her team and finds…
Tauranga disability advocate buys first accessible home, calls for enforceable standards
A portable shower, for which she received Government funding, was installed at the house, where she lived until…
Hotel shortage sees Whangārei miss out on $5m hockey tournament
But the Vantage Black Sticks Tri-Series was now being split between the North and South Islands, with the…
Letters: Auckland crime, lack of police and mental health support slammed
Honours and community service It is very hard to decide if those who are awarded 2026 honours are…
Horse of the Year 2026 cancelled amid funding issues, lack of major sponsor
The annual gathering, one of New Zealand’s largest sporting celebrations, draws thousands of riders, supporters, spectators and tradespeople…
Online shopping and quiet CBD force Whangārei pharmacy to close after 80 years
Customers favouring online shopping was the main reason for the pharmacy’s decline, he said. “Prescriptions and medicines –…
Vin Diesel lawsuit dismissed after judge rules lack of jurisdiction
“The ruling was based on a legal technicality, with which we respectfully disagree. Ms Jonasson intends to appeal.”…