Alexandra Park crash: Harness racing driver Nathan Williamson seriously hurt
It’s not immediately clear if the married father was struck by following racers, but a Hato Hone St…
Corrections halts release of child sex offender to Hamilton East street
“Some very, very happy people,” the resident said. The resident said a Corrections officer began informing residents about…
Whangamatā meth bust: Police seize drugs after community tip-off
“This great catch was a direct result of information provided to police by members of the public. “Thanks…
Retirement village mover lost Arvida contracts, now being liquidated
Last November, Arvida was sold to private equity firm Stonepeak. “As a result, they reviewed and cut costs,…
Amalgamation talks underway as Wellington councils take first step towards potential super city
The forum is made up of the mayors of Wellington City, Hutt City, Upper Hutt City, Porirua City,…
Central Hawke’s Bay community Kairakau placed under level 4 water restrictions
Central Hawke’s Bay District Council chief executive Doug Tate said the decision was not made lightly, but one…
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…
Drunken skipper Travis Whiteman fined for reversing into swimmers with propellor
The group, aged 21 to 23, consumed food and alcohol on board. A police breath test of Whiteman…
Police discover ‘human remains’ at Melbourne property amid probe into 2014 disappearance of toddler
The remains have been found after an investigation into the disappearance of the toddler, who was not reported…
Teachers’ union slams Minister over Assessment of Need changes
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Schools, parents face new headache after clothing provider Uniform Hub collapses
“We understand that there is significant financial pressure at the start of the year, and this news may…
Coroner: Nelson teen driver Tielyr Ayrton killed in alcohol-, speed-related crash
A police vehicle with flashing lights which loomed behind her had not been chasing her, but was trying…