High Court trial for murder-accused Rakai Thompson begins after the Waitara, Taranaki death of Te Omeka Akariri-Buckley
Rakai Jacob Thompson has been accused of murdering the 17-year-old promising rugby league player, with whom he was…
IAEA, from Claims of Neutrality to Close Ties to Tel Aviv
Islam Times – About seven months after US and Israeli attacks on Iran’s peaceful nuclear program, not only…
Multiple rescues at Mount Maunganui and Whangamatā prompt safety warning
Gibbons-Campbell described most as “textbook rescues.” “They were mainly tube rescues, with lifeguards going out and helping them…
Major crash in Epsom leaves one critically injured, roads closed
Hato Hone St John said they responded to the incident with two ambulances, one rapid response unit and…
6 Things to know before visiting Portugal: Tips for Kiwi travellers
Dona Caterina, a lifelong Arraiolos local, chatting about politics. Photo / Sarah Pollok 2. Time your espresso like…
Homicide investigation launched in New Plymouth, man charged with murder
Police said another person was arrested, but released without charge. A homicide investigation was launched this morning after…
Local businessman and his children believed dead after ‘catastrophic’ Sanson house fire
The father of the children – believed to be in his 30s – was described as a local…
Person dead after hit-and-run in Henderson early this morning
Cordons have been put in place while a scene examination is carried out. Members of the public are…
Several people dead after major house fire in Sanson, police hunted for missing children after blaze
The neighbour described the children at the home as “happy, sweet kids”. Manawatū Area Commander Inspector Ross Grantham…
Body found after fishing boat went missing off Whangārei coast
“While this isn’t the outcome any of us wanted, we remain focused on bringing both people home to…
One dead, two injured after 4WD rolls on Tokerau Beach, Far North
The Herald reported last night one of those involved was left trapped under the 4WD after the crash.…
Lorde cancels Luxembourg concert after ‘ruthless’ food poisoning
She was set to play at Rockhal in Esch-sur-Alzette on Sunday night, her first ever show in the…