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Daughter on trial for elderly mum's alleged murder in Khandallah
The former school teacher is accused of swindling $15k from her mum before her death.
Senior lawyer censured after drink-driving and 'flagrant disobedience' of driving suspension
David Fordyce previously had a blemish-free career of more than 30 years.
High schoolers chase off man forcibly kissing women at a busy bus terminal
The registered child sex offender has now been sent back to prison.
Speeding driver led police on high-risk pursuit, caused crash then drove off
Two weeks earlier Lovepreet Gill had been recorded driving at 140km/h in an 80km/h zone.
Probe into man who abused girl as he read her stories led to another sinister finding
William Seddon had a collection of child abuse images, said to have led to the assaults.
'I will kill you all': Woman carried child while shoplifting, threatened to stab staff
The 24-year-old shoplifted 19 times last year, stealing more than $12,000 in goods.
Man broke into office, had a coffee then stole two company cars worth $110k
The two NZME cars sported signwriting to advertise the company's radio stations.
League player's preventable death prompts coroner's warning of 'run it straight' trend
Tere Livingstone died in 2023 after receiving two head knocks while playing league.
Ex-Outlaws leader bought guns for protection while on parole, sold meth to pay for them
The convicted drug dealer was a friend of murdered Outlaws president Peter Lui.
Father, daughter steal $190k in ATM heist, $159k still missing
The pair's sentencing was delayed to give them time to recall where the missing money is.
'I hate him': Partner of slain Tribesman lays blame for death at president's feet
Mark 'Shark' Hohua was allegedly killed in a 'hot-box' beating for spending gang funds.
Clarks Beach tragedy: Boy was allowed to take lifejacket off before capsizing
The boat's skipper later pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter.
Fit of rage: Man injures seven people in attack on partner, kids and neighbours
The man then went on to kick a police officer while being walked to a patrol car.
'Hot-box' murder: Accused says rival gang bigger issue than patched member's theft
Defence counsel says Mark Hohua died after falling on to concrete steps while fleeing.
'You and cars are a bad mix': Man who hit oncoming motorist high on dangerous levels of meth
Driver: 'I had a heavy addiction and that was a huge part of what happened. I apologise.'
'Good Samaritan': Off-duty officer sucker-punched while trying to stop shoplifters
Judge: 'It's behaviour that is wrong and at your age, you should know better'.
Tribesmen's alleged 'hotbox' murder after gang member's unauthorised online shopping
Mark Hohua, known as Shark, was allegedly beaten to death by fellow gang members in 2022.
'I’m gonna see you burn at the stake': Paramedic bit partner on the nose, then strangled her
The man blamed his ex-partner for playing the victim. Now he's lost his medical licence.
'Inappropriate restraint': Disabled woman found with socks taped to hands
Her carers said the socks were to stop the woman from chewing on her hands.
'I will forever hate you': Victims' torment after 'friend' sexually abused them as boys
Glen Wright continues to deny the offending and claims the victims conspired against him.
'Absolutely ridiculous': Sacked blinds installer wins $12k after nine days of work
Man's employer said his attendance and performance were poor and may appeal the ruling.
Kiwi teen loses deportation battle after killing Melbourne motorcyclist
The 17-year-old dragged the rider for 85m before leaving him for dead.
‘Sink it, for all I care’: Mother calls for crane's removal after son’s fatal fall
Two people have died after jumping off the historic Hikitia crane in Wellington.
School teacher living in 'principal's house' battles board over ending tenancy
The teacher was asked to move out to make way for a new principal.
'You've been a naughty girl': Bird rehab founder keeps security licence, despite convictions
Craig Shepherd assaulted three women, two of whom were his employees.
Woman avoids jail after 'falling in love' with friend's 15yo son
Judge: 'You were very anxious to find love in a real relationship. He provided it'.
Patients say they didn't receive drugs a private ambulance claims to have given
Private ambulance operators are accused of altering records to obtain controlled drugs.