Christchurch mother of four claims kleptomania behind years-long shoplifting spree
“She claims she is a kleptomaniac. When I look at the charges, she is clearly stealing for resale,”…
Veneers gone wrong: Influencer warns of botched $17k dental procedure
“Every time I went back, they told me it was no big deal – and then they eventually…
The Other’s Club for childfree women: Christchurch woman building online global community
“But I think the more we talk about it, the more people are accepting that this is a…
Auckland puppies rescued after alleged abuse, man faces charges
“It’s senseless why someone would want to bring harm upon these young pups,” Plunkett said. “I’d like to…
Denmark’s drone problem expands to four airports, after previous incident at Copenhagen
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Routine arrest left Rotorua police officer attacked by dog, new charge laid for offender
Today, police told the Herald that the officer who required surgery is “recovering well”. “The other officer involved…
Family travel: The educational benefits of travel for children
The Stead children cruising Ha Long Bay. Photo / Old Mate Media Keeping up with school Every parent…
Waikato man Carey Goodwin forces ex into car, strangles her while driving at speed
While his lawyer pushed for a community detention sentence, Judge Tini Clark said the offending warranted something heftier.…
Jett Lawrence took car on Te Mata Peak and used it to commit Clive ram raid
Lawrence approached the man with a tyre iron, took his cell phone and keys, and dragged him out…
Health NZ criticised after teen’s chance to save teeth risked by hospital delay
The Health and Disability Commissioner found in a report released today that the long-term prognosis for the young…
Whangārei couple scammed out of savings as police issue fraud warning
Police were alerted about the elaborate scheme on Monday. Pilmer urged the community to be vigilant. He asked…
The unspoken rules of ‘bring a plate’ – and how to know if you’re breaking them
Proper etiquette dictates that you always ask, “What can I bring?” But then, you have to do it.…