Financial Markets Authority CEO Samantha Barrass resigns while being investigated
Barrass wanted to be reinstated to her role while the investigations were underway and complained to the Employment…
Marlborough water supply: Rural residents told to conserve water, cause of leak not yet found
Marlborough Waters chief executive Richard Coningham said water had been trucked into the Awatere area since 8.30am today.…
FMA board launches employment investigation into CEO Samantha Barrass
Financial Markets Authority chief executive Samantha Barrass. Barrass went on leave, and was temporarily replaced by board member…
Footage shows drunk driver who killed new bride called for dad, asking if her rental car is okay
“Can I call my dad? Can I get a phone call? Is that okay?” She continuously ignored police’s…
Beloved Nelson cafe forced to close after landlord dispute and roadworks woes
“It’s just heartbreaking. I feel like I’m losing a child, to be honest, it’s just been my baby…
Midwife Samantha Ormsby suspended after falsely claiming $166k in public funds
Yesterday, Ormsby was censured, ordered to pay a $5000 fine and was ruled liable to pay half of…
Financial Markets Authority chief executive Samantha Barrass won’t seek reappointment
Stobo resigned this month. The Government is moving quickly to try to appoint a new chairperson well ahead…
‘AI illiterate’: New Zealand at risk of being left behind as data centre plans move forward
The centre will have a dedicated substation and consume 280 megawatts (MW) of power, making it the country’s…
Duo biking around the world say NZ drivers are the most aggressive
Joshua caught up to the car at traffic lights and asked the occupants to be more careful. The…
Clayton Hops unveils NZ Rhapzody after decade of trials in Tasman
The Rhapzody variety has been trialled by brewers in China, Canada and Australia and was getting good reviews.…
Convicted double-murderer Scott Watson due before Parole Board again
It was now accepted that Hope and Smart died in circumstances that amounted to murder at the hands…
Tasman floods recovery expected to cost $50m, and four key routes remain closed
Nelson Tasman Emergency Management Group recovery manager Richard Kirby said the repair bill after the floods was estimated…