Family want answers from men who left a hitchhiker to die alone, trapped in crashed car
Police never charged anyone after Hemi Rapaea's death on SH2, south of Hastings, in 2016.
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From Ikea to Kmart: The biggest building projects taking shape in Auckland
Huge new retail outlets opening this year and next are set to change Auckland's shops.
Widespread internet outages reported across New Zealand
Customers across the country began reporting problems about 7.30pm.
'Heartbroken': Father jailed after breaking baby's leg, arms, ribs and skull
The 22-year-old initially tried to claim his 3-month-old son had fallen off the bed.
'Sincerely apologise': Bosses of heckler at Deputy PM's event investigating incident
'We do not condone behaviour that falls short of our code of conduct,' firm says.
'A bloody beating': Police find victim unsteady on his feet at scene of fatal attack
Javon Aranui was rushed to hospital in an ambulance but died the next day.
Lawyer suspended after hiring serial conman who stole $330k from MoJ
Chris Tennet gave Brian Hunter a chance. He repaid him by stealing hundreds of thousands.
Marty Verry: Green building pledge could trigger $1.5b of investment
OPINION: A shift to mass timber could create 7000 jobs in the regions.
Callaghan shows start-up team the door, Auckland Mayor makes tech grab
Budget day is desk clear-out day for Callaghan's commercialisation team.
'Stephen Donald moment': First XV star kicks for glory
FDMC ended a nine-year losing streak against New Plymouth Boys'.
Teen avoids conviction for giving cop concussion after he 'swung a haymaker'
Police were trying to find out what had happened to the defendant's injured sister.
On The Up: AI disruptors – meet the Kiwis using new tech to boost their businesses and lead the way
We sound out some New Zealanders who have taken AI by the scruff of the neck.
Who's who in New Zealand’s most powerful think tanks?
One think-tank tends to get mentioned in Parliament more often than the others.
'Feared for her life': Man tried to strangle ex before setting her clothes on fire
A man hit his ex-girlfriend on the head and when she fled upstairs, he burned her clothes.
Fatally injured man lived long enough to tell police he was 'jumped'
Two people are on trial for Javon Aranui's murder in Hastings in 2023.
76-year-old completes Hawke’s Bay Marathon, nears 200th race milestone
'Crossing the line is the ultimate achievement - finishing is winning.'
National opposes Napier's boundary change in East Coast submission
Submissions suggest shifting East Coast boundary to align with Gisborne District Council.
Ex-top cop's 'super injunction' lifts but media can't report details of allegations
Former deputy police commissioner fighting to stop publication of new allegations.
$450m crypto theft: Assets seized in FBI-led raid on Wellington-based man
Assets include cash, cryptocurrency and high-value goods.
Interislander’s Aratere ferry to make final voyage in August
The ferry's retirement will leave KiwiRail with two ships servicing Cook Strait.
'A superstar in the making': The First XV star carving up in Moascar Cup
Nathan Stephens, a Year 13 student, impressed with a stunning fullback performance.
‘Crescendo’ of calls to run for mayor ‘persuaded me’ - Andrew Little
The former Labour leader vows to 'knit the whole council together'.
Children as young as 6 adopted, made to work as house slaves
Social worker who has helped teens who escaped slavery fears others are in danger.
Phil Gifford: Moana Pasifika's stunning win reshapes Super Rugby landscape
OPINION: Superman wears a Moana jersey and his secret identity is Ardie Savea.
Student's business website removed after violent past while insane exposed
The student was found not guilty due to insanity four years ago.
'House of chaos': Can Parliament get back on track before the Budget?
Brooke van Velden use of the c-bomb sent shockwaves through Parliament.
'Real relief': Two teen hikers rescued after one swept down Ngatiawa River
They were returning from an overnight hike to Kapakapanui Hut when the weather changed.
Opinion: The kit that fits - The century-old debate about women's sportswear
OPINION: Why do female athletes still have to dress to please men?
Opinion: Why opening moments will be crucial for Auckland FC in second leg of semifinal
OPINION: Can Melbourne breach Auckland FC's fortress after that narrow defeat?
Man charged with seven counts of arson after Masterton church fires
It comes after a manhunt for 44-year-old Michael Kane McRae.
'Like a cartoon': Author's $65k book prize win nearly derailed by travel chaos
Damien Wilkins nearly missed the awards after his flight out of Wellington was cancelled.
Rubbish site employee waived $111k worth of dump fees in exchange for beer
The customer did not pay to dump its rubbish on 71 occasions.
Watch: Famous filmmaker ramps up fight against luxury Wellington development
The Mayfair plans include 32 luxury apartments with a pool and gym.
Severe weather warnings: 120km/h gales, thunderstorms possible
MetService has forecast heavy rain and strong northwest winds.