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…
Pleasure launch destroyed by fire on Hauraki Gulf, two rescued
Two boaties have been safely evacuated after their launch caught fire on Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf this morning. Emergency…
Family argument escalated into axe attack
By Tracy Neal, Open Justice reporter An argument over a water tank ended with a man trying to…
Hong Kong high-rise fire yet to be put out as death toll climbs
Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in years continues to burn, leaving at least 44 people dead and 279 reported…
Public inquiry to be held into disappearance of Phillips children
A public inquiry will be held to look into the disappearance of Marokopa’s Phillips children, Attorney-General Judith Collins…
Chiefs rugby club reveals 2026 jersey collection
the chiefs rugby club, in partnership with classic sportswear, has unveiled its unique 2026 collection honouring 30 years…
Man wielding hedge trimmer tasered three times after assaulting and chasing woman holding baby – were police justified?
She was reportedly bleeding and screaming as he was hacking at the wooden shelter with half of a…
Inquiry into Phillips children’s disappearance announced: What will be investigated
Justice Simon Moore will lead the inquiry. Photo / NZME The inquiry will be led by Justice Simon…
Fundraiser launched to support family of Tauranga social worker Jaismon Francis
It was coordinating support and fundraising for his family, who also faced costs for family travel and funeral…
Two US National Guardsmen shot near White House
By Sebastian Smith, AFP A police officer walks between patrol cars near a crime scene after a shooting…
Launch catches fire on Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf
Fire extinguished on launch near Browns Island. Photo: Supplied/Police A launch caught fire in Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf this…
Coroner finds diving death of Aaron Matthews near East Cape was preventable
Coroner Katherine Greig said inexperience and “unsafe diving practices”, including incorrectly assembled scuba equipment, contributed to the tragedy,…