New Zealand'A sobering reminder': Experienced feller found fatally crushed by tree Mihajlo Nikolic had cut down about 1000 trees before he died in an accident in April.17 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimePolkinghorne back in court, indicates he may give evidence at wife's coronial inquestHis lawyer stressed the process shouldn't be seen as "pseudo-prosecution" of his client.14 Aug 12:44 AM
New ZealandCoroner details how four young Korean skiers could have survived horrific Canterbury crash“The content of this finding is likely to be distressing and emotionally challenging."12 Aug 07:55 PM
New ZealandMum and newborn son die hours after leaving Auckland hospitalEmerald Tai and her baby died at home after leaving the hospital against advice.12 Aug 07:15 PM
New ZealandJustice for JordanInquest into the death of Jordan Ihaia Keanu Keil, 25, at Middlemore hospital. Video / Michael CraigWatch11 Aug 04:20 AM
New ZealandPioneer shearer, 93, suffered fatal burns after clothing caught fire while cookingMargaret Gould was possibly one of the first female blade shearers in New Zealand.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFamily's concerns others may be involved in man's drug death shut down by coronerNigel Bom was found dead in his bed in March 2021. The coroner has linked it to meth. 08 Aug 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Put it down!': Shooting of armed man was 'preventable'; coroner slams police actionsCoroner Mike Robb said Shargin Stephens' death was preventable. 07 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'The impact of her loss is beyond words': Calls for change after teen cyclist killed Fyfa Dawson, 19, died after being hit by a truck at a temporary traffic management site. 06 Aug 08:13 PM
New Zealand'Fine young man' electrocuted after simple steps to avoid power line danger weren't takenIrish worker Sean Clear was just three days away from his 25th birthday when he died.06 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandReclusive son killed dementia-stricken mother with sword in grisly murder-suicideCoroner's report highlights family's isolation and rejected offers of help.05 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Stupid and immature': Hoons' burnouts at intersection contributed to tourist's death near HastingsA coroner said the damage to the intersection was a contributing factor to the collision.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandNational scandal: Inquest finally delivers answers on Malachi Subecz murder'He was just a very, very special kid to me' - his mum described herself as a pushover02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNewborn baby girl died after ‘distracted’ midwife left room for 25 minutesCoroner: Midwife Lesa Haynes should have stayed in the room with the new mother.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCoroner says police 'destroyed' vital evidence in speedway racing deathHe died from head trauma – the coroner can't rule on the helmet as police threw it away.27 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Ultimate sacrifice': Capsized jetskiier died after giving lifejacket to struggling brotherTwo brothers headed out on a jetski. Only one came back alive.23 Jul 05:00 AM
Christchurch‘Pulling my son’s integrity apart’: Mum reacts to coroner’s call for law change after charity boxing deathKain Parsons died on November 6, 2018, days after taking part in a charity boxing event.22 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandVeteran drag racer died in 250km/h crash after parachute issue, coroner findsCraig Smith was killed when his car veered off-track at nearly 250km/h in 2021.22 Jul 05:00 PM
Auckland'Sustained period of cruelty': Starship doctor slates child protection agency failingsAn almost identical case occurred two months after Malachi's death, the doctor said. 16 Jul 05:15 AM
New ZealandMalachi Subecz inquest: Cousin made 10 attempts in three days to raise alarm about carer 'My concerns were real and unfortunately they were proven to be correct.'15 Jul 01:19 AM
Auckland'Mum, I’m a strong boy aren’t I?’ Murdered 5-year-old's mother breaks down in court over final phone call with son A coroner's inquiry into Malachi Subecz's death in 2021 began today. 14 Jul 02:41 AM
New Zealand'Increased risk': Warnings after DJ dies from fatal drug mix at Splore music festival Simon Garside performed as a DJ on the final day of Splore '23. Hours later, he was dead. 13 Jul 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Incorrectly coded': Ambulance arrives four hours after 111 call to find woman deadShe was struggling to breathe on the morning of Christmas Eve when she called for help.08 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandCouple jailed for neglect of 4-year-old were suspected of his murderAshton Cresswell died in April 2017 from non-accidental head and bowel injuries.07 Jul 06:44 PM
AucklandCoroner expresses ‘deep concerns’ after man dies waiting for ambulance despite five calls to 111St John has apologised 'unreservedly' for the distress caused to Wenyi Chen's family.07 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorth Island detectives appointed to take fresh look at Gore toddler Lachie Jones' death A coroner has slammed the previous two investigations, and directed a third to take place.01 Jul 11:01 PM
New ZealandDeath of inmate at Auckland's Mt Eden prison being treated as a homicideThe man died following an 'incident' at the prison on Friday afternoon.28 Jun 04:37 AM
New ZealandMt Eden prison inmate dies after 'incident': Corrections, police and coroner launch probesPolice are investigating and have notified the man’s next of kin.27 Jun 08:12 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTV producer fell asleep on couch and never woke up: Heartbroken fiancée's fight for answersInquiry launched after expectant dad dies following shoulder surgery at private hospital.27 Jun 06:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMan's death after surgery: Private hospital changes policy over prescribing alcoholThe late TV producer's fiancée claims prescription “far out of touch with best practice”.27 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandFather of teen killed in motorbike crash says a key decision would have saved his sonAuckland teen Phoenix Boltar died after crashing into a concrete power pole at night.24 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandWoman lay dead in flat for two days, care worker assumed she was sleepingMusic played as Ruth Finau lay dead in her small flat in South Auckland.23 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandLeague player's preventable death prompts coroner's warning of 'run it straight' trendTere Livingstone died in 2023 after receiving two head knocks while playing league. 18 Jun 11:35 PM
New ZealandClarks Beach tragedy: Boy was allowed to take lifejacket off before capsizingThe boat's skipper later pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter. 17 Jun 05:00 PM
