Kickboxer Hayden Barnard sentenced to 11 months’ home detention for ‘brutal assault’ in Tasman
Hayden Barnard, a recognised martial arts exponent, was sentenced in the Nelson District Court on Friday after being…
Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine on his final tour, facing the reaper and playing till the end
Mustaine is suffering from Dupuytren’s contracture, a hand condition where connective tissue under the palm’s skin thickens and…
Bruno Mars returns to New Zealand for one Eden Park show in March 2027
The rules, which took effect in April, allow up to 12 large concerts and 20 medium concerts without…
Robert Mark Purchase admits sexually motivated kidnap in Auckland after long Florida prison stay
His latest crimes were brought to the attention of police in March – five months to the day…
King’s School headmaster Tony Sissons to retire after 24 years
“His vision, foresight, energy and unwavering commitment have shaped the school we know today. “Just as importantly, his…
Courtney Love reveals she ‘nearly died’ during scary health battle
She detailed her 2019 health struggles in a video updating fans on her upcoming album. “A lot of…
Father’s death leads to House of Shem brothers spiralling into $200k combined benefit fraud
According to court documents, Duane Omeka Perkins, known as Te-Omeka Perkins, claimed $116,847.52 over two years. Isaiah Te…
Ballentynes stores to become Caroline Eve shops across regions
“I am proud to be handed the baton from Mr Ballentyne to carry on in these locations.” The…
Three Auckland housing companies owned by Lining Wan in liquidation owing about $18m
According to the first liquidators’ report for Diamond Homes, the company employed more than 100 staff at its…
Julie Butler vanished from Great Barrier Island: Police provide update
Her friends, whānau, and partner agencies were also contacted. In response to a Northern Advocate inquiry, Auckland central…
Queenstown restaurant Tatsumi to close after eight years in town
Tatsumi Modern Japanese Dining owners Yoko and Koichi have announced the end of their 19-year restaurant journey. Photo…
Gambler sues SkyCity: Court told $33 million lost, man spent nearly half a billion at casino
SkyCity had to shut the Auckland casino for five days in 2024 after an Internal Affairs prosecution for…