Southland teacher aide Quade Strange’s prison sentence for child abuse material quashed
Strange had told an associate that he expressed a desire to offend against a young child, as he…
TikTok livestream helps police track and arrest Palmerston North alleged youth car thieves
During the livestream, the people inside the vehicle discussed stealing another car in Woodville. Grantham said Dannevirke staff…
Hawke’s Bay teacher Matthew Ireland convicted of 12 sex offences against students
“I was 9 years old. I didn’t know anything about sexuality,” the boy said. “I didn’t know that…
Christmas Day forecast: Wet weather likely in south and west, MetService says
“With the current information set up, wet weather is more likely in the south and west, maybe some…
Inside Economics: GDP or not GDP? That is the last question for 2025
They say nothing about inequality/distribution of wealth, natural resources available, mitigation factors for climate change, perceived happiness, and…
Reserve Bank Governor Dr Anna Breman finally talks market down, as ANZ the latest to hike mortgage rates
ANZ is hiking its 18-month and two-year mortgage rates by 20 basis points, and its three, four, and…
Orcas find an unlikely friend in dolphins, teaming to find a prized prey
“By working together, killer whales can conserve energy and use the dolphins as radar-equipped scouts to increase their…
Things to do in Auckland this weekend: Christmas lights, Tango Day and more
Where: Franklin Rd, Ponsonby. Ōtara Block Christmas Lights When: Nightly 7.30pm-11.30pm until December 25. Where: Cooper Cres, Ross…
Qantas Auckland lounge and new Samoa, Gold Coast flights revealed
As for routes, the Gold Coast service will run three times a week, while Auckland–Apia marks Qantas’ first…
Weather: Last week at work brings rain ahead of Christmas
MetService meteorologist Silvia Martino said: “Definitely, at this point, it’s looking changeable enough to say: ‘Maybe make a…
Family Court rules in favour of woman who was abused, strangled by police officer husband
He was subsequently convicted after a three-day jury trial last year, and he no longer works for New…
Wellington Mayor Andrew Little’s financial backers revealed, electoral officer queries Ray Chung’s funding
The Maritime Union, Amalgamated Workers Union, E Tū Union, and Dairy Workers Union each gave Little $5000 towards…