Waikato: Wairere Falls Track to stay closed through summer for safety upgrades
“The lower track section remains open and visitors can safely enjoy a tranquil short walk, including the iconic…
US President’s special envoy said he had the ‘deepest respect’ for Putin in leaked phone call
Witkoff, who spoke of his “deepest respect” for Putin during the call, advised Russian negotiators to flatter and…
Pahīatua homicide: Police continue hunt for Jeremy Robertson six weeks after mother’s death
On Wednesday, Detective Senior Sergeant Dave Thompson told RNZ police believe Robertson is likely still in that area.…
Tākaka axe attack: Frank Harris jailed for three years, seven months for trying to kill his father
She said he never believed he would do what he did. Crown prosecutor Abigail Goodison during the sentencing…
Mt Wellington homicide: Couple fought for their lives after ‘soldier’ stormed house with knife
“What are you supposed to do when a big-arse man like that … is charging at you with…
Thai woman brought to temple for cremation found alive in coffin
The woman was bedridden for two years and appeared to become unresponsive and stop breathing days before the…
Europe demands more work on US deal for Russia-Ukraine war
The source said they did not understand why Washington was hurrying towards a deal, but that “everyone” was…
Post‑mortem completed after body found in search for Te Anihana Pomana
“We are carrying out enquiries into the circumstances of Te Anihana’s death on behalf of the Coroner. “Our…
Maya Moore turns back on court as she’s jailed for nine years for Wairarapa arsons
Moore didn’t attend her trial despite repeated efforts by the judge to get her to do so, and…
Whānau mourn Jason Wharerau as search for Ethan Neels continues in Northland
“As the whānau of Jason Paul Wharerau, connected whakapapa, Ngāti Tautahi Te Māhurehure, Te Hikutu, Te Waiariki Ngati…
Private funeral held for father who died at scene of triple Sanson house fire tragedy
Field’s body was not burned, police said. A separate funeral service for the children is taking place today…
High Court trial for murder-accused Rakai Thompson begins after the Waitara, Taranaki, death of Te Omeka Akariri-Buckley
Rakai Jacob Thompson has been accused of murdering the 17-year-old promising rugby league player, with whom he was…