Children had to wait in locked car until passed-out mother woke up, court told.

The key messages coming from New Zealand's young offenders.

Kara Blair, 37, is in breach of an interim parenting order, police said.

Connie the turtle has a new chance to live her life in the wild.

Haami Hanara was just 14-years-old when he murdered Kelly Donner.

Dargaville pensioner's tenancy dispute less serious than comparable Kainga Ora cases

Described behaviour is 'wholly unacceptable' in the NZDF.

Jamie Way's sister said her brother was not dangerous but likely suffered from paranoia.

There is no indication the death is suspicious, police say.

When she reported it years later, she was told nothing could be done.

Decision due next week over push to ban gang headstones from council cemetery.

A kayaker has died following an incident near Lake Whakamarino

'There are distressing similarities to the 15 March mosque attack in Christchurch.'

Russell Hoban says religion can enable people a free hate pass to say what they want.

Waikato dad disappeared with his children months ago. Family members fear the worst.

The Government 'promised' a major reform of New Zealand's immigration system

Vernon Ballance of Whanganui donned a replica uniform.

Eloi Rolland's parents remain hopeful their son is still alive.

Phil Twyford is displaying moderate symptoms.

City's path could show what rest of country faces as infections continue.

The PM has been in isolation since Sunday, May 8.

A man is due to appear in court on raft of charges after stabbing in New Lynn.