New ZealandMother who beat daughter with dog collar avoids jailThe woman strenuously denied the allegations, saying she only slapped the girls.14 Nov 11:28 PM
CrimeWoman ripped off colleagues in order to look like she had a 'lavish life'Andrea Lilo stole thousands from her workplace, boss and co-workers.14 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandBaby Ru: Why are police yet to lay charges over toddler's death?Three weeks have passed with no charges in the baby Ru case. We answer your questions.13 Nov 05:29 AM
New ZealandRuthless-Empire: Multiple injuries, crucial evidence removed - what we knowPolice believe baby Ru was injured in the morning before being taken to hospital.09 Nov 11:22 PM
New Zealand'I cried, to be honest': Homeless man reveals plans after $106k Melbourne Cup winThe winner said he screamed for joy before falling to his knees and crying.08 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPerson of interest in baby Ru homicide case in court on unrelated chargesRosie Morunga was in court today on assault charges.07 Nov 11:21 PM
New ZealandFamily of Ruthless-Empire watching videos of toddler to keep his memory aliveGreat aunt says it's cruel that all the whānau now have of toddler is memories.04 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBaby Ru killing: Family of Malachi Subecz speak outMalachi Subecz was murdered by his caregiver in November 2021.02 Nov 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Left to die': Loved ones confront fatal hit and run driver in courtChad Clark was driving about 100km/h on the wrong side of the road when he hit the victim.02 Nov 03:52 AM
New ZealandExclusive: Ruthless-Empire's mum speaks out, says she was not involved in his deathBaby Ru's mum says she wants 'justice' for her son.02 Nov 03:11 AM
New ZealandWoman who lived at Ruthless-Empire's home wants to ‘defend myself and speak the truth’The toddler suffered fatal blunt force injuries at the address.01 Nov 05:58 AM
New ZealandSlain toddler’s family asked OT to uplift him amid concerns he was in ‘danger’The relative alleged Baby Ru was 'in danger', and suggested he be uplifted 'asap'.01 Nov 12:59 AM
New ZealandRuthless-Empire homicide: Oranga Tamariki admits toddler was in its systemThe agency is looking into whether there could have been interventions before his death.31 Oct 04:10 AM
New ZealandWho lived at the house where toddler Ruthless-Empire was fatally injured?More than a week has passed since Ruthless-Empire was killed, yet nobody has been charged.30 Oct 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumManufacturingSimon Smuts-Kennedy on the cap-tivating legacy of Hills HatsThe humble Wellington brand has hatted some of the biggest names around the world.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDevastation in Taita after violent death of toddlerCouncillor Naomi Shaw said the community is in shock, but banding together.27 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandMum says toddler allegedly found with baby wipe in mouth was ‘murdered’Police say the toddler's death is unexplained.25 Oct 09:25 PM
New ZealandBaby wipes in mouth of 'vibrant, happy' child who died, police investigateRuthless-Empire was the 'most vibrant, happiest child', his grand-aunt says.24 Oct 09:54 PM
New ZealandToddler who died in unexplained circumstances was 'the soul' of his familyRuthless-Empire was one day away from turning 2 when he died in Hutt Hospital.24 Oct 04:11 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating ‘unexplained’ death in Lower HuttThe person died at Hutt Hospital yesterday23 Oct 07:27 AM
New Zealand'Heartless idiots': Hoax bomb threat disrupts school and tangiThe wife of the deceased remained behind with his body as everyone was evacuated.17 Oct 01:44 AM
PoliticsA night at the saddest party in politicsAs the saying goes, it’s the hope that kills you.14 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandPolice dog bites school boy out running with PE classThe incident occurred when the police dog was pursuing a group of offenders.13 Oct 03:36 AM
New Zealand'No one deserves to die in that manner': Police push for information on homicidePolice have urged people to come forward with information on the homicide.12 Oct 12:21 AM
New Zealand'Joker of the party': Dad-of-three named after body found in 'suspicious' house fireDean Kahukiwa “loved his kids and loved everybody", say his family.10 Oct 12:21 AM
New ZealandWinning $24.25m Lotto ticket still unclaimedWainuiomata is abuzz with questions over who the big winner could be.09 Oct 03:20 AM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured after being hit by carThe pedestrian was rushed to hospital.02 Oct 06:35 PM
New ZealandPolice car involved in crash in Lower Hutt this afternoonOne person, who was not in the police vehicle, received minor injuries.01 Oct 05:18 AM
New ZealandMum guilty of wounding adopted daughterThe woman flatly denied beating the girls with wooden rods, a chair and a dog collar.21 Sep 10:07 PM
New ZealandDoctor asks mum if Down syndrome baby should be resuscitatedThe woman was 'shocked' at the implications of the doctor's comment.19 Sep 10:44 PM
New ZealandRuff ride: Man imprisoned after stealing car with labrador in the backThe car thief had an unexpected passenger.19 Sep 03:24 AM
New ZealandChild dragged across social worker's lounge floor after abuse claimsThe girl had just told the social worker, a friend from church, she was being beaten.18 Sep 11:36 PM
Crime'I tried so hard to shut up': Child tells police of alleged abuseThe girl suffered an "ugly" head wound after one of the alleged incidents.18 Sep 04:57 AM
New ZealandWellington landmark at risk of demolition due to rising costs, climate changeBut locals would like popular quake-damaged wharf kept for heritage value.29 Aug 10:36 PM
