Dolly Parton’s sister asks fans to use ‘power of prayer’ as singer faces health issues
Last night, I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly. Many of you know she hasn’t…
Auckland teacher sentenced to home detention for grooming 11‑year‑old boy
“He was at a vulnerable and formative age and stage,” Judge Murray explained. “Your offending would have been…
VTNZ defends driver licensing test system after claims officers took money to pass applicants
“After being notified of the alleged offending at the Highbrook branch, VTNZ conducted a thorough investigation and worked…
Summer holiday at Pourerere Beach? A computer will decide if you’re allowed to stay
The Pourerere Camping Committee and CHB District Council introduced a ballot system in 2023 to ensure equitable access…
Auckland Transport bus driver Mikaele Ah Fook pleads guilty to killing passenger Peter Te Kira
Court documents state the two men crossed paths for the final time around 1.40pm on April 27, when…
Christchurch Pro League club to compete as South Island United
“It was not realistic to register a new club at short notice, so we are incredibly grateful to…
Coroner urges action after Northland girl’s death linked to lap belt, fatigue, alcohol
The coroner said Joshwyn was in a car driven by her mother Marino Wikaira on State Highway 12,…
Auckland man sentenced to home detention for filming 62 women in secret
At his sentencing in Auckland District Court today, the man bowed his head and wept during the proceedings.…
Mass gang brawl at Palmerston North hotel leads to arrests
“A series of Mongrel Mob members were involved in assaulting members of the public, and in some instances,…
Hundreds ordered to resit driving tests after Auckland VTNZ officers allegedly took money to pass applicants
There are now concerns that some drivers given pass marks may not have met the required threshold during…
NZ Post allowed to cut number of delivery days, post shops after deed change
Auckland Grey Power president Gillian Dance called it “unfortunate”. She said more upskilling will be necessary for some.…
Dunedin’s Columba College refusing to say why principal is on leave
Nicol has been on leave since July 30, with deputy principal Aaron Everett the school’s acting principal. RNZ…