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Robert Noe, 73, thought he was going to die during a violent home invasion late on Saturday night. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Bashing victim fears offenders will return

18 Jun, 2019 7:00pm
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Robert Noe is due to undergo surgery this evening after suffering multiple fractures.

Chief Censor David Shanks is pleased an application to review, or appeal, its decision to ban the livestreaming video has been dismissed. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Review board dismisses appeal to lift ban on mosque shooting video

18 Jun, 2019 11:00am
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The Christchurch man who filed the appeal said the livestream video wasn't graphic.

Abbas Nazari (centre), with United States Ambassador Scott Brown (left) and Winston Peters, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs at last night's awards. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Abbas Nazari: From the Tampa to a Fulbright study award

18 Jun, 2019 7:34am
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Abbas Nazari arrived in New Zealand aged 7 as a refugee from Afghanistan.

Robert Noe is in Waikato Hospital awaiting surgery. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Man brutally bashed, left for dead in violent home invasion

18 Jun, 2019 5:00am
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A website has been set up to smear his name and now he's been left bloodied and beaten.

Vicky Freeman says she's been offered several jobs since featuring on the cover of this year's Wellbeing Budget. Photo / Getty Images

NEW ZEALAND

Vicky Freeman: From NZ Budget cover to Aussie front-page news

11 Jun, 2019 2:08pm
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First it was the cover of the Budget - now she's on the cover of an Australian paper.

The Sentinel apartment resident Amanda Care says conditions have much improved after legionnaires disease was discovered in the building's spa pool. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Legionnaires death; 14 months on, the grieving continues for Auckland widow

11 Jun, 2019 10:30am
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New research has discovered legionella misdiagnosed as pneumonia in 2/3rds of cases.

The brothers were alternating school days so they could share the one pair of shoes they owned. Photo / 123RF

NEW ZEALAND

'Today's my day to wear the shoes, so I come to school'

10 Jun, 2019 5:06am
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'The level of hardship seems to be getting worse,' says KidsCan boss.

Act Party leader David Seymour believes he was portrayed as a white supremacist which he vehemently denies and says he's defended several incidents of racism in parliament. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

David Seymour: I'm not racist, that's 'absolutely absurd'

9 Jun, 2019 12:45pm
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David Seymour says he's been the most aggressive MP fighting racism at parliament.

The Toyota, with its rear window smashed out, parked at Hauturu School as clothing, blankets and other property is strewn around it. Photo / Dean Taylor

NEW ZEALAND

Injured and bleeding in a bullet-ridden car - the desperate Waikato shooting escape

6 Jun, 2019 4:54pm
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The crime scene spans 10km, involves two vehicles and three different locations.

The late model Toyota Harrier SUV involved in the incident. Photo / Dean Taylor

NEW ZEALAND

One dead in Kawhia suspected shooting, three injured

6 Jun, 2019 11:22am
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One person has died and three others are injured after the incident south of Kawhia.

Honeycomb blinds, pictured, came out tops in Consumer NZ's testing on which curtains and blinds will keep you warm this winter. Image / Consumer NZ

NEW ZEALAND

Consumer's curtain investigation; how to keep warm this winter

6 Jun, 2019 8:26am
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Consumer found honeycomb blinds topped its heat insulation tests.

Puna Raela was detained by US authorities at Los Angeles International Airport after arriving on holiday with a family friend on May 26. Photo / Facebook

NEW ZEALAND

Officials work to free Cook Islander, 9, detained at LA airport

5 Jun, 2019 9:40am
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The 9-year-old has been detained by US authorities for more than a week.

Vicky Freeman with her daughter Ruby-Jean. The Getty Images caption reads:

NEW ZEALAND

Face of Budget 'gave up on NZ', moved to Aussie

30 May, 2019 1:00pm
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Vicky Freeman and her daughter couldn't afford to continue living in Auckland.

Tennessee James Saunders will go on trial for the alleged offences July next year.

NEW ZEALAND

Hamilton rape accused drops suppression bid, heads to trial

28 May, 2019 9:56am
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Tennessee James Saunders, 22, denies four charges including rape and strangulation.

Paraki Edwards will go on trial for the alleged murder of his partner in the High Court at Hamilton in July next year.

NEW ZEALAND

Trial date set for Matamata man accused of partner's death

28 May, 2019 9:37am
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Paraki Edwards will spend another 14 months in custody after a trial date was set today.

The group of youths, aged as young as 10, stole a car in Hamilton and drove it all the way to Auckland before getting arrested after a short pursuit with police.

NEW ZEALAND

Kids, 10 to 14, arrested in Auckland after Hamilton car theft

28 May, 2019 8:51am
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The group were arrested in Papakura after a short pursuit, after five hours on the run.

The massive multi-agency effort involved the Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter, Kariaotahi lifeguards, police, coastguard and St John. Photo / Kariaotahi Surf Club

NEW ZEALAND

Acutely hypothermic but alive; successful rescue from Port Waikato coast

27 May, 2019 12:14pm
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The woman was so cold she went into cardiac arrest en-route to Auckland Hospital.

Hamilton mum of two Darrelee Tuhoro, 27, was killed in a crash on State Highway 3, north of Awakino in February. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Fatal crash horror: 'I woke in a world I didn't recognise'

25 May, 2019 6:23am
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Johnathan Coombe earlier admitted three charges including causing Darrelee Tuhoro's death.

St John chief executive Peter Bradley says they are yet to decide on what to spend the $21 million from the Government on. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

St John strike action dispute between unions as pay negotiations heat up

23 May, 2019 9:26pm
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Morale among some St John staff is "horrendous" since the $21m payout by the Government.

A man is accused of driving into a police car, fleeing, before crashing into a member of the public's car near Hamilton Lake during the early hours of this morning.

NEW ZEALAND

Man charged after ramming cop car, crashing into second car

22 May, 2019 11:40am
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A 41-year-old faces five charges including reckless driving.

Raurangi Marino pictured while being sentenced in the Rotorua District Court in 2012 for the rape of a 5-year-old tourist in Turangi. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Teen who raped 5yo granted parole after serving 7 years

21 May, 2019 4:30pm
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Raurangi Mark Marino, now aged 23, will be released from prison in July.

A service for Kiwi Alan Culverwell, who was killed by pirates in Panama earlier this month, is likely to take place next week sometime. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Panama officials en-route to New Zealand after pirates kill Kiwi

21 May, 2019 11:48am
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The family of Alan Culverwell are also understood to be back on home soil.

A derelict, century-old villa in St Marys Bay, Auckland, is again up for sale. Photo / File

BUSINESS

Derelict villa back on market - for $3.25m

20 May, 2019 8:12pm
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100-year-old central Auckland villa back is on market with a neighbouring section.

A man who allegedly assaulted a security guard and four nurses has been remanded for a mental health assessment after appearing via AVL in the Hamilton District Court today.

NEW ZEALAND

Security guard attacked at Waikato Hospital lucky to be alive

16 May, 2019 3:19pm
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A man alleged to have assaulted staff has been remanded for mental health assessment.

The gunman points his firearm during the attempted aggravated robbery on Sunday night. Photo / NZ Police

NEW ZEALAND

Police release CCTV of attempted armed robbery at Hamilton pub

15 May, 2019 10:17am
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It's hoped a distinctive pair of shoes will help identify one of the armed robbers.

Pua Magasiva, sitting on the ground third from right, in front of Jerry Collins, pictured in the St Patrick's College 1st XV of 1998. Photo / St Patrick's College Facebook

NEW ZEALAND

Black armbands in St Patrick's tribute rugby match for Pua Magasiva

14 May, 2019 3:23pm
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A private service will be held for Pua Magasiva in Wellington on Friday afternoon.

Police continue to make arrests in the alleged murder of Mitchell Paterson, pictured, despite the trial being just six weeks away. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Eighth arrest in McLaren Falls murder case

14 May, 2019 9:49am
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Chloe Kerridge pleaded not guilty to the one charge in the High Court at Hamilton.

Two armed men entered The Dinsdale Office bar in Hamilton through a rear door about 9.15pm on Sunday.

NEW ZEALAND

Police manhunt after aggravated robbery bid fails

13 May, 2019 2:34pm
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One man had a firearm while the other man was armed with a hammer.

Pua Magasiva and wife Lizz Sadler pictured in 2017. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Pua Magasiva's family to hold private funeral later this week

13 May, 2019 12:15pm
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Pua Magasiva's family today confirmed they will hold a private funeral later this week.

Dylan Sims with his mother Sonia Towersey and sister Elizabeth in Hutt Hospital. Photo / Dylan Sims

NEW ZEALAND

Man raises money for parents' wedding after mum's terminal diagnosis

11 May, 2019 1:28pm
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Dylan Sims says it's time the focus was put on his parents and their wedding dream.

Gisborne's Jo Waugh, centre, is the first woman to win the South Island Sheep Dog Trials. Steph Tweed came in third, while Bex Baynes was sixth. Photo / Jo Waugh

NEW ZEALAND

Woman takes out South Island sheep dog trials for first time

11 May, 2019 8:50am
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Three women made up the top 7 in the zig zag competition which was also a first.

Kaleb Dellow, 15, hasn't been seen for 24 hours, sparking concern from Mum, Kylie. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Missing Auckland teen found safe at friend's house

10 May, 2019 1:27pm
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Kaleb Dellow, 15, was found at another student's house by the school's truancy officer.

The two accused, aged 18 and 33, were remanded in custody to reappear for a bail hearing in Hamilton next week. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Wellington men arrested after spate of North Island jewellery thefts

8 May, 2019 3:33pm
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The pair are alleged to have stolen or attempted to have stolen more than $70,000 worth.

A 30-year-old Northland man has been charged after allegedly setting fire to this Nixon St flat while the occupants were sleeping inside in January 2017. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Northland man charged with 2017 Hamilton arson

8 May, 2019 11:08am
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The 30-year-old has been charged with endangering life by intentionally lighting a fire.

Donna Parangi was jailed for 2 years and six months for her role in the death of eight-month-old Isaiah Neil. Photo / Stephen Parker

NEW ZEALAND

Grandmother jailed after baby's hot car death

8 May, 2019 10:33am
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Isaiah Neil died while his mother and grandmother smoked synthetic cannabis.

Tobias Newcombe, who turns a week old on Wednesday, surprised not only his mum by his size but also their midwife and medical staff. Photo / Belinda Feek

NEW ZEALAND

Hamilton mum and her surprise 6kg baby

7 May, 2019 2:38pm
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At 175cm tall, Nicolina Newcombe's height was able to disguise just how big her baby was.

The Children's Commissioner says there needs to be a zero tolerance approach to bullying.

NEW ZEALAND

NZ's school bullying crisis: 'Gutless cowards' says Children's Commissioner

3 May, 2019 11:00am
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New Zealand is now ranked the highest in the world for schoolyard bullying.

The likely cause of Sunday night's Hamilton house fire - the dryer, or rather, what was inside spontaneously combusting. Photo / Belinda Feek

NEW ZEALAND

'Still in shock': Family humbled by generosity after losing everything in fire

2 May, 2019 4:30pm
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Sarah Bridge and her family lost everything in a house fire on Sunday night.

Jennifer Rodgers, of Lower Hutt, was a much-loved and valued member of Scouts NZ. The organisation has set up a givealittle page to help her family in light of her sudden death. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Atiamuri crash: Tributes for 'Scouts mum' killed

2 May, 2019 7:45am
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A givealittle page has been set up to help Jenny Rodgers' children.

A man suffered serious chest injuries after being run over by a ute on a farm south of Cambridge this morning. Photo / file

NEW ZEALAND

Man seriously injured after being run over by ute on farm

1 May, 2019 1:09pm
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The man was taken to Waikato Hospital in a serious condition.

The four steers somehow managed to cross Great South Rd without incident before being cornered and shot by police in Mt Richmond Domain. File / Photo

NEW ZEALAND

Cattle escape from Auckland freezing works; shot dead

1 May, 2019 10:22am
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The incredi-bull sight shocked workers who could only watch as the cattle ran past.

The occupants of this Garton Dr, Auckland, home have lost all their possessions after fire ripped through it on Saturday afternoon. Photo / WHVFB

NEW ZEALAND

Severity of Massey house fire hampering investigation

28 Apr, 2019 4:47pm
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The cause of the fire is currently undetermined.

An Auckland man was found frozen but alive by rescuers on Mt Ngauruhoe last night. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Hiker found frozen but alive by rescuers on Mt Ngauruhoe

28 Apr, 2019 10:47am
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The man was found frozen on Mt Ngauruhoe which had a wind chill factor of -10C.

A man working at the Karapiro Cafe and Gifts Shop is in a critical condition in Waikato Hospital after a shooting yesterday. Photo / Nikki Preston

NEW ZEALAND

Shooting accused appears in Hamilton court

26 Apr, 2019 11:12am
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The 67-year-old will now be assessed by mental health staff at Waikato Hospital.

A well-dressed bunch of Te Karaka Volunteer Fire Brigade members, fresh from an Anzac service, stand next to a car which crashed into a ditch on SH2 overnight. Photo / TKVFB

NEW ZEALAND

Gisborne firefighters in Anzac best for crash duties

25 Apr, 2019 9:04am
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They were the best dressed emergency services on scene, but they weren't needed for long.

A Tauranga woman has also spoken out about how her 7-year-old was left traumatised after not being able to go to the toilet between Auckland and Thames last month. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Boy 'gobsmacked' at being left behind by InterCity bus, says passenger

22 Apr, 2019 11:28am
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The boy was from Papamoa and although calm, told passengers karma would get the driver.

Police are reminding motorists to drive to the conditions with the weather deteriorating around the country today as people head home from holiday.

NEW ZEALAND

Caution urged after fatal, serious crashes plague Waikato roads

22 Apr, 2019 8:15am
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A car in which a person died near Huntly lost control before rolling into a ditch.

Traffic, pictured at 11.23am today, is already heavy southbound at the State Highway 1/SH20 Interchange. Image / NZTA

NEW ZEALAND

The great Easter exodus - traffic heavy

18 Apr, 2019 4:45pm
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Motorists will be in line for a ticket if caught travelling 4km/h or more over the limit.

Jane Stevens, the mother of Nicky Stevens, says there's a conflict of interest with the Waikato DHB deputy chair recommending their complaint be dismissed. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Parents claim Waikato DHB investigated itself over complaint

18 Apr, 2019 10:52am
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The Waikato DHB deputy chair says she didn't have jurisdiction to refer the matter on.

John Stanley has seven driving convictions but he's now won an appeal to become a lawyer.

NEW ZEALAND

Overruled: Man can become lawyer despite four drink-drive convictions

17 Apr, 2019 11:31am
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John Stanley has seven driving convictions but he's now won an appeal to become a lawyer.

Peter Horne, 65, with grandson Luca, 18 months, and Michael O'Dell-Horne, 28. Peter Horne is in a serious but stable condition in the high dependency unit at Waikato Hospital. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Grandad out walking to lose weight for son's wedding when he was hit by car

15 Apr, 2019 6:04pm
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Peter Horne, 65, was left fighting for his life after being hit by a car in Gisborne.

The warmer weather has seen the Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter attending more callouts to bee and wasp stings so far this year compared to 2018. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Warm weather sees bee/wasp stings on the rise; rescue chopper

15 Apr, 2019 1:04pm
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The Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter has noticed an increase in sting callouts.

Mount Lancelot is located west of Arthur's Pass. Photo / NZ Topo Map

NEW ZEALAND

Body found and recovered after tramper went missing

14 Apr, 2019 8:04pm
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An emergency beacon was activated at 7pm on Saturday after the men became separated.

The 'Hamilton' hot air balloon just seconds before it crashes into a power pole in Hamilton's Swarbrick Park on Sunday morning. Photo / Nicole Harvey

NEW ZEALAND

Hamilton hot air balloon crash sounded like 'fireworks': witness

14 Apr, 2019 4:22pm
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Pilot Mark Brown praised his passengers for staying calm as they got down to solid ground.

Marjolein Bass, with husband Bevan and their three children Emma, Jessica and Caitlyn. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Lung Foundation launches petition for more Pharmac funding

14 Apr, 2019 4:05pm
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The Lung Foundation says funding for treatment is out of sync with the amount of deaths.

A rescue chopper was called after the fire chief collapsed sometime before 10am today.

NEW ZEALAND

Fire chief collapses during ambulance training, flown to hospital

14 Apr, 2019 10:56am
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The Upper Rakaia fire chief has been airlifted to hospital after collapsing.

A man was struggling for an alibi after being caught using Tinder on his phone after getting spotted during a Hamilton police operation targeting drivers using their cellphones. Photo / File

LIFESTYLE

Swerve right? Motorist scanning Tinder cops fine, demerit points

12 Apr, 2019 12:30pm
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Driver so engrossed using Tinder on his phone he failed to see police watching him.

Showers across most areas will clear by this evening with Saturday proving to be the day to get the chores done before a cold front sweeps up from the south. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Showers to clear for fine weekend across most of country

12 Apr, 2019 7:38am
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Weather is looking good, apart from a cold front sweeping up from the south on Sunday.

Southland firefighters are currently checking a fuel tanker for leaks after it and a car collided on SH1 near Edendale just after 5am today. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Car, fuel tanker collide on State Highway 1 in Southland

12 Apr, 2019 5:26am
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One lane of SH1 west of Edendale is blocked after the 5.06am crash.

The Advertising Standards Authority upheld a complaint about Remedy Kombucha's use of the words

BUSINESS

ASA doesn't swallow use of word 'fruct' in Kombucha advertisement

11 Apr, 2019 11:31am
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Remedy Kombucha says 'fruct' was short for 'fructose' and not the other f-word.

Bees' Inn Apiaries owner Dave West says they've got a plan in place to get back into business, as well as starting the demolition of the building. Photo / Belinda Feek

NEW ZEALAND

Waikato apiary blaze ruled accidental

10 Apr, 2019 12:31pm
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The company has already sorted a plan to get back to business.

The Forest Lake Rd, Hamilton, property where 48-year-old Jayden Heke died after an assault on Boxing Day, last year. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Boxing Day assault accused has charge upgraded to manslaughter

9 Apr, 2019 2:32pm
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Chadwick Alexander Tanemahuta Ropitini is charged with causing the death of Jayden Heke.