New ZealandTeen driver killed in crash while fleeing security guards during illegal hunting tripCoroner Ian Telford: 'Jacob’s death was preventable.'15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCoroner continues to probe cyclone's night of deadly chaosJoseph Ahuriri, who disappeared during the cyclone, was added to the coroner's list.13 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand'They have never done it': Top doctor fears no action on child abuse after Malachi Subecz's deathPaediatrician Patrick Kelly says past governments have never delivered on training.13 Feb 04:41 AM
New ZealandMinister refuses to alter safety rules for corded blinds despite toddler's death11 Feb 11:11 PM
New ZealandHis friends wanted him to sober up before driving. Less than an hour later, he was dead10 Feb 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Grossly inadequate': Coroner's findings after 'unspeakable cruelty' to murdered 5yo10 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCoroner’s findings released after Highlanders star found dead in his bed aged 2509 Feb 08:23 PM
New Zealand'Cascade of errors': Man died at home while waiting for wrongly coded ambo to arrive09 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan dies trying to detonate old explosives as coroner calls for clearer guidance08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung man took his own life three weeks after being deemed 'low to no risk'01 Feb 04:10 PM
New Zealand‘Loved by all': Family of latest Mount Maunganui landslide victim identified pay tribute31 Jan 01:10 AM
New ZealandTeen killed in Mt Maunganui landslide was with the 'love of her life'Sharon Maccanico's parents said their "hearts are broken" following her death.30 Jan 04:52 AM
New Zealand'Hero' educator who warned other campers third victim to be formally identified by coronerLisa Maclennan woke holidaymakers up at 5am to warn them of the bank's imminent danger.30 Jan 12:22 AM
New ZealandWife was 'laughing and talking' with husband on riverbank as tree fatally hit himHop farmer Peter Lines’ death during a storm last year was a ‘tragic accident’ – Coroner. 29 Jan 04:00 PM
AucklandBody found on rocks at Long Bay Beach referred to coronerPolice were called to the North Shore beach at 3.50pm yesterday.20 Jan 12:31 AM
New ZealandNew police investigation into death of toddler Lachie Jones 'near completion'Senior detectives from the North Island are leading the new probe.16 Jan 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Socially isolated': Life parolee died just months after spending 30 years behind barsLee Kohiti took his life soon after expressing a desire to return to jail.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWoman who died near famous Rotorua geyser named as local mum of twinsPolice say Briar Stockley's death has been referred to the coroner and is not suspicious.07 Jan 03:28 AM
New ZealandCoroner wants internet restrictions, after teen dies imitating online actsThe coroner cites Australia's under-16 social media ban as a model for New Zealand.05 Jan 06:35 PM
New Zealand‘My final gift from you’: Grieving partner gives birth to child of sand dune tragedy victimBaby Zire-Kane was born on January 2, one day after late dad's birthday.04 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandPolice hand sex offender prison death to Coroner 400 days after body found in cellKingi Hemi was serving six years in Ngawha Prison for attacks on children.28 Dec 11:00 PM
Crime'This is non-negotiable': Minister clashes with health officials over youth suicide deathsTe Whatu Ora says a coroner's recommendations are unfeasible, but the minister disagrees.20 Dec 04:32 AM
New Zealand'Utter tragedy': Mother's safety concerns for autistic son not addressed before his pond deathKhyzah DeLaCroix's mother had requested safety locks for their windows and doors.18 Dec 04:00 PM
Crime'Our children were failed': Six young lives lost expose deep flaws in suicide responseThey were high-risk and had previously expressed suicidal ideation or self-harmed.17 Dec 04:00 PM
ChristchurchStrangulation risk: Coroner urges redesign of slat beds after toddler's deathThe 19-month-old was discovered unresponsive under the bed at home in Canterbury.11 Dec 06:28 PM
Auckland'Not survivable': Coroner warns of deadly risk after man's death in dune collapseYoung dad Kane Watson was buried while he was digging in the sand at Muriwai Beach.10 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldInfluencer died after postpartum haemorrhage at home 'freebirth' labourStacey Warnecke gave birth at home with no midwife present.10 Dec 07:09 AM
New ZealandDrunk, speeding teen driver crashed after mistakenly thinking police were chasing herA coroner has found Tielyr Ayrton's death was avoidable.09 Dec 04:20 PM
New ZealandGirl dies after falling from quad bike driven by father into mower towed behind Her father and another relative rushed to the girl’s aid but she was in a 'dire condition'09 Dec 04:00 PM
World'She was our warrior': Family seek answers after mortuary discovers woman aliveMortuary staff found Olive Martin moving and gripping, despite being certified dead.03 Dec 09:20 PM
New ZealandCall to ban public from killer coast line after fishermen drown at notorious pointMore than 20 people have drowned at Papanui Point, prompting calls for the spot to close.02 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow 'bystander effect' may explain why no one saved drowning childFour people were near the fountain where the 4-year-old lay face down in the water.30 Nov 08:21 PM
New Zealand'It got me': Diver surfaced coughing and struggling to breathe before drowningAaron Matthews' friend was on the shore fishing but couldn't save the 43-year-old.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It didn’t kill Chloe immediately’: Questions after baby's sudden unexplained death in foster careChloe Nicholson failed to wake up from her nap nine years ago. 26 Nov 06:00 AM
