Recidivist shoplifter Silvia Tipene back thieving after release from jail for stealing
“I am being framed and arrested for crimes another person committed,” the Hamilton mum told police at the…
Have you seen Emily or Alisha? Police search for two young Wellington women
Emily was last seen at around 9pm on August 25 in the Porirua area. Photo / Police Wellington…
New retirement village for Greenmeadows, Napier with Metlifecare project planned
Chief executive Earl Gasparich said the partnership marks an important step in the company’s “disciplined, data-led, land acquisition…
Influencer faces jail time for pole dance at historic Turkish castle
She appears to be unrepentant for the incident, calling the backlash “small-minded”. “All the Turkish people that were…
Taupō motel murder trial: Rehab client accused of covering for Mongrel Mob president
When Woodford answered, the Crown says Williams fired one shot, in an execution style killing. Durham pleaded guilty…
Hastings set for second KFC as resource consent lodged
Rumours a KFC was replacing The Vege Shed had been swirling in Hastings since the business closed. Restaurant…
Lakeland Queen relaunch uncovers Rotorua consent issue for commercial operators
The Hagamans told the Rotorua Daily Post they were working through the council’s consenting hiccup and were determined…
Cop killer on the run: Residents told to stay inside as search for Dezi Freeman continues
“Anything is possible,” he said. “He knows that area, even though we have experts in the area, he…
Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas to drive for Cadillac F1 team in 2026
“Signing two very experienced racers like Bottas and Checo is a bold signal of intent,” said team principal…
Partner of mum who died with newborn baby jailed for raping, violating ‘tipsy’ 15-year-old girl
The case prompted investigations by Health New Zealand (formerly Auckland District Health Board) and the Health and Disability…
Infamous durian fruit hits New Zealand supermarkets – for a price
Durian importer Peter Pan said while the infamously bad smell even put him off when he was first…
Taupō emergency housing motel gang shooting: Mongrel Mob president on trial for murder
A co-accused who was also to stand trial for murder, Marty Graeme Durham, 43, pleaded guilty on Monday…