CrimeMeth dealer set up shop inside drug rehab facility, Crown alleges at trialGiven the location, defence lawyers say there are plenty of other potential suspects.04 Dec 03:52 AM
New Zealand'Inhumane': Christchurch man filmed young man dying from MDMA overdoseThe man was filmed thrashing around in the shower in distress as the drug took effect.02 Dec 05:00 PM
CrimeVictims tell of heartbreaking fallout after man burgles 36 homesThe 16-month crime spree across Whāngarei left a trail of shattered lives.01 Dec 06:00 AM
CrimeNotorious gang member faces lengthy prison sentence after violent assault on elderly manMobster Puk Kireka kidnapped partner and attacked good samaritan.24 Nov 03:47 AM
CrimeTeacher who made cannabis oil can finish year without ankle braceletTimothy Pauro said he needed drug due to sleepwalking, also had guns in wardrobe.24 Nov 01:23 AM
New ZealandSenior gangster behind popular Auckland gym charged with organised crimeSome of the charges carry a maximum penalty of life in prison.22 Nov 03:18 AM
EntertainmentSmoke and mirrors: Snoop's 'giving up' claim exposed in new adThe truth of the rap legend's wild claim has been revealed.20 Nov 08:16 PM
New ZealandDrug deal gone wrong ends in car crashThe pair reportedly attempted to buy cannabis before they were attacked at a house.19 Nov 11:59 PM
New ZealandAlleged underage prostitution ring: Fox to face more chargesHe also faces drugs charges including for allegedly administering meth to a minor.16 Nov 03:33 AM
New Zealand'I was so high': Man 'ransacked' golf shed in full hazmat suitThe man was 'so high' he left his wallet and ID behind in the shed.14 Nov 09:25 PM
Lifestyle‘This is insane’: How journalist uncovered story behind meth testing industry ‘scam’'They came in with good intentions… [but] it was a complete overreaction.'13 Nov 05:27 AM
New ZealandNew study aims to find effective meth treatments for mana whenua“We want to know their story on what works and doesn’t, and if not, then why?”13 Nov 01:25 AM
New Zealand'Depressed and poverty-stricken': The NZ novelist who overdosed on amphetaminesThe drug was hailed at the time for its ability to relieve anxiety.11 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPseudoephedrine question reflects failure of meth policy - expert"We have taken the eye off methamphetamine."10 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandDunedin man’s inheritiance blown on meth habit'You now wish to lead the last quarter of your life in a law-abiding, offence-free way.'09 Nov 07:30 PM
World'Immense amount of blood': Rottweiler mauls owner after she fed him cannabisThe owners bought the cannabis lollies for their dog because they said he was 'stressed'.29 Oct 10:14 PM
KahuChristchurch rehab centre gets residents growingMum of four goes from meth addict to horticultural journey.29 Oct 06:46 PM
New ZealandPolice, customs seize 140kg of cocaine in Auckland port, four men arrestedThe cocaine was worth $63 million, police say.27 Oct 05:46 AM
Crime'High-level' meth dealer missed his sons' tangi because he was behind barsThe father has taken up carving in prison as a way to process his grief.26 Oct 07:46 PM
New ZealandPolice seize huge amounts of drugs and lay 80-plus charges in drug ring bustThe seizures included 5kg of methamphetamine and 3.5kg of cocaine.26 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandKiller driver's jail sentence quashed due to injuries she suffered in crash she causedShe was driving drunk when she caused a crash that killed a young woman.24 Oct 05:00 AM
LifestyleThe shame of being a midlife cocaine userHow one party animal hit rock bottom and decided to stop.21 Oct 03:59 AM
CrimeTeen in cell next to his father's 'stalled within the prison system'He's been waiting more than a year for treatment. And he's not alone.20 Oct 11:00 PM
New Zealand‘Never been truly able to love again’: Victim confronts 'malevolent' sex abusers in courtShe spoke of 'massive psychological wounds' that have festered in her life as a result.20 Oct 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Malevolent': Victim's last words to man who abused her, fraudster Paul BennettShe spoke of “massive psychological wounds” that have festered in her life as a result.20 Oct 02:59 AM
SportKiwi's reinvented drug testing kit grabs global attentionKiwi inventor Nick Holland has a chance of winning up to $57,000 for his idea.17 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom P addict to 'squeaky clean': Solo dad eyes new Kāinga Ora homesThe housing agency has announced a major development.16 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiller stabs man for repeatedly asking to buy his cannabisWilliam Izett stabbed a man twice in the torso after he asked to buy cannabis from him.04 Oct 05:00 AM
Crime'Particularly sinister': Mongrel Mob stole vehicles, tried to sell them back to victimsIn one case, a victim was ordered to sign a statement saying their vehicle was not stolen.29 Sep 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Are you high right now?': The bar room debate for Auckland Central"Are you stoned right now?" Auckland Central candidates go head to head on Karangahape Rd.28 Sep 10:17 PM
New Zealand'No evidence': Coroner rules out foul play in highway death of father-of-sixHe was lying face down on the road when he was hit by two trucks.27 Sep 01:00 AM
World'Profoundly toxic': At least 360 Georgia prison guards arrested for smuggling contrabandThe requirements for prison officer training in Georgia are minimal.26 Sep 02:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Heartbreaking': 13yo girls prostituting themselves to buy PMeth is now easier to get than cannabis, a police chief says.22 Sep 06:00 PM
WorldNew York daycare death: Bags of fentanyl stashed under trap doorThe drugs were hidden only a few steps away from a shelf of children’s toys.22 Sep 02:09 AM
