Wealthy NZ family member guilty of having child abuse images given sentence discount for donation
The donations were made on June 9, 2025, and he had been due for sentencing on June 13.…
Disputes Tribunal weighs in on father-daughter battle over $5k given for overseas trip
But she contended he gifted it to her for an overseas trip she took in 2023, and would…
Mount Maunganui dragon sculpture ordered off council land after bylaw breach
The dragon, made from scrap metal, sitting on a large rock at night, at the end of Commons…
Napier’s citizens’ assembly participants to receive $800 each and will remain anonymous
“Participants will work eight hours per day over four Saturdays, along with evening sessions as and when required,”…
Jailed Facebook fraudster Monaro Kerr-Wilson has additional prison time added to sentence
‘I’ve got no idea’ In his latest scheme, the 21-year-old was operating with a co-offender. The pair contacted…
Hawke’s Bay fires: Penalty of fine criticised as ‘economic incentive to burn’
“$300 is not a deterrent. It’s actually an economic incentive to burn,” Graham said. “I rang the Pollution…
Hobson’s Pledge founder pushes for ratepayer decision-making role at New Plymouth District Council
Moratti claimed to have not been an “active member” of Hobson’s Pledge for 10 years, but in 2021,…
Ōwairaka archery club’s lease terminated, seeks new home after 70 years on Auckland maunga
“There are presently two archery clubs operating on two maunga, and each requires significant space for exclusive use…