Named: Uni lecturer indecently assaults 82yo, gets home detention
Journalism lecturer Grant Hannis initially claimed the sexual contact was consensual.
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Rodders Beach festival celebrates 10th anniversary
"Now it's quite mammoth event. We've created a giant."
Kiwi university professor indecently assaulted dementia patient
In her police interview the woman repeatedly said "oh God it's terrible."
Heatwave to hit just in time for weekend
Bad news everyone, more humid nights are on the way for many next week.
Man sentenced for covert recordings
The man made secret recordings over 16 months in two homes.
Chlorination woes: Leaky hot water cylinders replaced
None of his 15 Napier homes have needed a cylinder replacement since the water crisis.
'Charlatan' who was imprisoned for manslaughter
Diabetic boy died after mother sought help of popular herbalist.
Police pursuit abandoned but man caught later
The police pursuit was "quickly abandoned" due to the nature of the man's driving.
Police dive squad continue search for man at Hunua Falls
The police dive squad is expected to return to the scene this morning.
Gloomy morning, clearing in the afternoon
Sporadic showers this morning should be clearing in the afternoon.
Football legend Wynton Rufer expecting full recovery
Wynton Rufer is keen to warn others about the dangers of heart attacks.
Celebrate Auckland Anniversary Weekend in style
There's plenty on offer to celebrate Auckland Anniversary Weekend in style
Scooter rider critically injured in Epsom
Man came off his scooter in Epsom about 5pm tonight.
Auckland construction worker hit by falling steel
The man, who was conscious, was taken to Auckland Hospital in critical condition.
Man dead after swimming at Mangawhai Heads
Emergency services are responding to an incident at Mangawhai Beach.
Your weather: Warm, windy start to the weekend
Aucklanders can expect a fine day, with a high of 25C and westerly breezes.
Manawatū's Country Road takes you home through old New Zealand
Peek inside the secret, scenic northern Manawatū route. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Waiwera resort chased in High Court over bills
The trouble hot pools complex is being chased by a creditor claiming money.
Hook in its mouth: Heartbreaking photo of seagull sparks plea
Seagull has fishing equipment snared around itself, including a hook in its mouth.
One dead following serious crash on SH1
Emergency services were notified about the incident near Taihape earlier today.
Govt announces $20 million to make rural highways safer
Road safety measures announced for Hawke's Bay, Gisborne, Manawatu and the West Coast.
'He was gone': First responder to horrific Meadowbank fatal tried desperately to save victim
Witness describes van attempt to save car driver who ploughed into bus in city suburb.
From reporter to cop: Why I joined the police force
New police officer - and ex-Herald reporter - Sarah Harris opens up on life on the beat.
Police Dive Squad called in search for missing swimmer
The search will resume with the Police Dive Squad on Saturday.
Seven-year-old missing at Raglan has died
Coastguard and police were notified about a missing child around 3.35pm.
North of the country to bask in hot temperatures
Warm weather which has blanketed New Zealand set to continue.
Motorists warned thousands set to hit the roads as holidays end
Motorists should expect busy roads from early in the morning, NZTA says.
Beach weather: Metservice's pick of the day
Napier, Hastings and Blenheim set to share high of 32C today.
Sun shines as workers farewell holidays
Fine start to the working year forecast in upper North Island.
Stash of cash found on side of road
'Goodness gracious,' said Yvonne Thacker as she spotted a wad of notes.
The disaster that awaits unless we act
Housing, agriculture, tourism - dire predictions if climate allowed to continue warming.
Motorists urged to plan ahead before hitting the road
Holiday traffic expected to build over the next few days as people head back home.
Fine holiday weather for most this week
Thunderstorm warning for inland North Island, but otherwise mostly fine.