New Zealand extends pause on $29.8m Cook Islands funding after China deal
The spokesperson said New Zealand’s concerns about the Cook Islands’ actions “need to be addressed and trust restored,…
Judge delays sentencing for Auckland driver after meth-fuelled pursuit results in Waikato crash
Those who are accepted into the programme and eventually graduate receive community-based sentences. But the judge noted he…
Papakura fireworks attack: Two injured after blasts inside lawnmower shop
As some customers took cover amid the fear and confusion of fireworks exploding inside the shop, Webster and…
Auckland motorway crash: Truck tips at Lincoln Rd motorway ramp
The on-ramp would remain closed “for some time” while the truck was removed, he said. A tanker truck…
Auckland woman’s wig ripped off during late night assault outside Britomart train station
“I fought back and grabbed my wig back. When I told them to go away, they were throwing…
Once-prolific Auckland bus flasher Richard Hona returns to court after relapse
Police agreed that intensive supervision would be a suitable outcome. Police released CCTV stills and mugshots of Richard…
Manurewa stabbing: One person in custody after Mahia Rd fight
Police said they took one person into custody at the scene, and inquiries into the circumstances of the…
Central Hawke’s Bay couple’s car damaged at hospital after wife injured by strong winds
Nora was taken to Hawke’s Bay Hospital, where she underwent surgery and remains there for recovery. Her husband,…
Paris Fortifies Crown Jewels at Bank of France After $102 Million Louvre Heist
The Louvre Museum has moved a portion of its priceless jewelry collection to the Bank of France. This…
Auckland traffic delays after crash on harbour bridge
Auckland commuters are being warned to expect delays following a crash on the harbour bridge.A two-vehicle crash on…
NZ’s Urban Polo edges out Australian competition as rival Janek Gazecki cancels Polo in the City events
With Centennial Parklands awarding a five-year term contract to F3 Polo and no alternative sites available, Gazecki was…
Tenancy Tribunal evicts Taupō pensioner from council flat after failing to pay rent
After that decision, the council undertook the necessary repairs and paid the fine, but the woman, whose name…