The NT’s last private obstetrician walks away as maternity services face collapse
When Sophia Scaturchio gave birth to her daughter in Darwin last year, it was under the care of…
Bowel cancer: Rotorua GP Dr Nicky Kenny’s family on her legacy and message
Brian also wanted to raise awareness about bowel cancer. “I think her biggest message would just be don’t…
Christchurch mother sentenced for assaulting 3-year-old autistic son
She then made a fist and swung it at his head but did not make contact. The woman…
Neglectful dog breeder Janine Wallace fails in latest bid to overturn ban, convictions
Wallace’s mother, Barbara Glover, had been breeding the dogs for several years when Wallace became involved in the…
Police name Briar Stockley, 42, as the Rotorua woman found unresponsive in water near Lady Knox geyser
“Police extend our condolences to Briar’s loved ones over their loss,” the statement said. Tributes to Stockley have…
Erin Doherty says mum scolded her for swearing in Emmy Awards speech
The A Thousand Blows star continued: “She wasn’t like, ‘Well done’, I didn’t get any word of like…
Multiple sclerosis journey: Pāpāmoa mother Holly Pass with MS joins the police
The 39-year-old said lesions were found in her brain. Fluid taken from a lumbar puncture confirmed her MS…
Man turns to Supreme Court to remove parents from birth certificate amid baby-farming claims
Among his claims, the man alleged it was organised “by the eugenicist community founded by royalist Scots in…
Mother of teen killed in Pongakawa crash calls for tougher drug‑driving laws
As 2025 ends, the year’s road toll for Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty stands at five,…
Shortland Street actor Brooklyn Nathan sentenced for brutal road rage assault
He also apologised to his family and everyone affected by his actions. Nathan was supported by his mother,…
Salvation Army transitional housing exit leaves young Whangārei mum stranded
With nowhere else to go, they stayed until contractors arrived on December 8 and started putting their belongings…
Year in Review: Legendary mother cow ‘April’ inducted into LIC Hall of Fame
“This award recognises April’s extraordinary contribution to our sector,” said Simon Worth, LIC livestock selection manager. Worth said…