Auckland couple charged with kidnapping, assault after luring victim with Marketplace car sale
An alleged offender made the victim get into the vehicle to withdraw more money from a Stoddard Rd…
British porn star faces Bali deportation after studio raid
Police and immigration officials said so far they could not find any evidence the group had made pornographic…
Hilary Swank apologises over LAX baggage claim row with Make-A-Wish mum
The mum said she had lost sight of her husband and children and pulled out her phone. “I…
Scallop ban in Northland: Suspected poachers caught after ute pursuit
Flashing lights and sirens caught the attention of a resident, whose home is 50m away from the beach.…
Coastguard rescues man from water after mayday call from Whangārei’s Parua Bay
Another blessing was that the Customs vessel Hawke 5 was also nearby and was ahead of the Coastguard…
Police investigate unexplained death in Rānui, West Auckland, after body found in stream
Police are recovering a body found today in Paremuka Stream in Rānui, West Auckland. Photo / Hayden Woodward…
Alex and Aroha Tuira jailed for $3.9m Ponzi fraud
One by one they told the court of deception and stolen savings. “Aroha and Alex gave us their…
Police seek truth on serious injuries to 3-week-old Hutt Valley baby
He said the investigation so far has uncovered “contrasting narratives” on the circumstances surrounding the break. Wescott said…
Enforcement officers fine British pensioner for spitting leaf out of his mouth
“I’ve been back there filming for the local TV news, and it was windy again – a leaf…
‘Shopaholic’ author Sophie Kinsella dies aged 55
Her lighthearted writing style won fans for its humour and relatability, giving an insight into the romances, careers…
Zuru wins trademark appeal over ‘Lego brick compatible’ label
Dispute timeline It did not take long for Lego to react when it discovered the use of its…
Council votes to return Rotorua Night Market to city centre, ending trial relocation
He said returning to the inner city would help businesses regain tourist foot traffic and after-work customers. A…