Whangārei mum’s warning for women after pedestrian attempts to open car door
The man, who was dressed in a rain jacket, shorts and not wearing shoes, walked up to the…
Jessie Morgan’s sex with an underage teen leaves a trail of despair
The jury acquitted him of all charges he defended. At his sentencing on the sexual connection charge, the…
Treasury’s desperate warning to act on Superannuation challenge, plus … are things getting better? – Inside Economics
They have been shouting into the void about this for years and in pages 51 of this week’s…
Severe wind risk: MetService warns South Island residents to stay alert
The watch has been issued for 11 hours from 2pm today until 1am tomorrow for Canterbury, and eight…
Rotorua roadworks: Reckless driving and abuse at Mamaku site spurs NZTA warning
“We know most drivers do the right thing – but even one risky choice can have serious consequences.”…
Coromandel man Barry Ramsay claims he had child exploitation material for ‘research’
He is also charged with obstructing police and failing to carry out obligations in relation to a computer…
Oranga Tamariki caregivers trial: More children describe punishments
The alleged offending came to light when one of the children, given the false name Sally to protect…
Hawke’s Bay scientist Rashmi Kant sentenced to home detention for indecent assaults on students
The victims should be going out with “a spring in their step and the world at their feet”,…
Friend’s mum says girl turned up after fleeing Whangārei Oranga Tamariki caregivers
As registered Oranga Tamariki caregivers they had multiple children living with them over the years and four key…
Police warn Facebook Marketplace sellers after reports of threats and assaults
Police are telling the public to exercise greater caution and, where possible, use a “reputable online site”. The…
A troubling District Court decision on the child sex offender register – Lady Deborah Chambers KC
The images were of young children, including toddlers and infants depicting bestiality. The judge found that 50% of…
Auckland Council and police investigating park worker accused of harming pūkeko
The incident occurred in full public view and, when the man realised he was being watched, his behaviour…