Christchurch mosque gunman’s lawyers cite ‘Nelson Mandela Rules’ in bid to appeal convictions
The lawyers have throughout the hearing presented a number of independent assessments of the unit the gunman was…
Napier wharf closed to all users, including the boaties
It came just days after the ramp’s busiest weekend of the year, when about 130 boats put to…
Gisborne stop-off on kayaker’s length-of-New Zealand paddle
He has called his epic journey Wayne’s Audacious Kayak Adventure – WAKA. The keen outdoors enthusiast set out…
Spectacular fireball streaks across Wellington night sky
A dazzling fireball lit up the night sky over the capital late on Friday night, stunning residents and…
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…
Police appeal for witnesses to come forward following alleged assault
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‘We’ve had a garden hose – now we’ll have a fire hose’
Weather-weary North Islanders are being warned that much worse is yet to come. Whangārei District has declared a…
Flooding, power cuts in Northland as severe weather warnings extended
Multiple severe weather warnings have been issued as the upper North Island faces periods of persistent, intense rainfall,…
Flooding, power cuts in Northland as severe weather warnings extended
Multiple severe weather warnings have been issued as the upper North Island faces periods of persistent, intense rainfall,…
Nelson teen admits stabbing stranger in Buxton Carpark alley attack
Ropiha appeared via video link when he admitted the offending and acknowledged the reality of his situation in…
Rare ‘rainbow cloud’ phenomenon dazzles Nelsonians
A rare meteorological phenomenon has put on a dazzling show at the top of the South Island, with…
Severe thunderstorm watches issued for large parts of North Island
MetService says it’s going to be a “thundery Thursday” as heavy rain, localised downpours and thunderstorms are forecast…