Hamilton teen Raven Taoho avoids prison after smash-and-grab spree
Judge Cocurullo jailed Kingi for three years, Nusipepa for two years and 10 months and Hohepa-Strickland for two…
MSD drops emergency housing reduction target from manager KPIs
The Government has removed a performance measure that assessed Ministry of Social Development managers against emergency housing targets,…
Men ‘barking’ behind the goalposts – U14 rugby team banned
A team of Tokoroa high schoolers have been disqualified from their rugby competition after a match that allegedly…
Temperatures plunge to near-record levels as cold snap digs in
Taumarunui has recorded its second coldest temperature since records began there in 2007, as a cold snap that…
Emails reveal police director’s concerns over McSkimming complaints
A series of emails from the police’s director of integrity and conduct have been released revealing the extent…
Inland Revenue targets horticulture sector over ‘concerning’ tax practices
Inland Revenue (IR) has issued a warning to the horticulture sector over a number of tax practices it…
All Blacks: George Bridge engaged to long-term partner Evie Burdon
“Finnalllllllllyyyy,” Dagg said. “So happy for you guys big congrats from the Dagg’s [sic].” Former All Blacks player…
Four stabbed with scissors in central London, woman in custody
London police said Thursday that a woman was arrested after four people were stabbed in Covent Garden, a…
Wider appeal after man charged over child sexual abuse material
A Northland man is facing child sexual abuse material charges after community concerns led police to the discovery…
Jetstar passengers to pay to use overhead lockers, free under seats
No-frills airline Jetstar is making major changes to its carry-on baggage rules. It will see the airline move…
Job seekers describe fear and frustration as unemployment soars
The realities of looking for work as unemployment rises Morning Report Job seekers have described feelings of fear,…
Billboard gaffe accidentally reveals City Rail Link opening date as 13 September
Billboards announcing the City Rail Link’s opening date have been put up in error. Early on Thursday morning,…