$12m cocaine haul hidden in designer brand ‘Lacoste’ packaging seized at Dunedin port
Customs manager of maritime Robert Smith said the seizure was a “strong reminder” that Customs applies pressure across…
Catering giant Compass Group excluded from next round of school lunch scheme
The other suppliers are Appresso Pro Foods, Montana Group, Ka Pai Kai, KDJ Catering, Star Fresh, University of…
Coroner urges awareness after Whakatāne teen’s accidental death from ‘huffing’ toxic butane
She soon realised Faith was gasping for air and called for help. But Faith died in hospital from…
Kim Dotcom shares health update, reveals 50kg weight loss after major stroke
“My balance needs to get better. Feel like a drunk. I have never been drunk in my life.…
Auckland business executive admits to receiving commercial sexual services from an underage girl
Through his lawyer, Graeme Newell, the man declined to comment. A spokesperson for the man’s employer said: “We…
German woman Lydia Gottsmann named after death near Fox River
“She was sighted nearby by a police search and rescue member,” Kirkwood said. Her death had been referred…
Death at Hastings juice factory was a fall from height, WorkSafe says
“Workers falling from height are one of the top causes of harm in the sector,” it said in…
Use of police radio from Tom Phillips’ shooting broke the law – Police Commissioner Richard Chambers
It continues to concern me that the media outlet made such use of the material. It also concerns…
The Body Shop returns under new local owners after liquidation – On The Up
But now the business is coming back with a locally owned franchise named Version3 Limited rebuilding the brand…
Brooklyn balcony fall: Wellington police say injured person was fleeing to safety after shot fired
“We urge anyone with information that could help the investigation to contact police via 105 and use the…
Bay of Plenty flood risk: Research shows almost 63,000 residents live in exposed areas
The research showed 1770km of roads, 1140km of stormwater pipes, and 23% of the region’s electricity sites are…
ACC restriction on working from home prompts legal action by union
The decision was also made without PSA consultation, which is “clearly required” under the collective agreement. The PSA’s…