New ZealandBanks in tears at teen death inquestMayor John Banks has broken down in tears as he apologised for the actions of his son Alex, who encouraged alcohol-poisoning victim James Webster to drink.07 Oct 02:23 AM
New ZealandJames wanted to get really drunk, court toldJames Webster wanted vodka and Jagermeister 'to get really drunk' and because his 'alcohol supply was low', a court has heard.07 Oct 12:10 AM
New ZealandGuard told not to ring ambulance, court hearsA guard at a party where James Webster was drinking before his death says he wanted to call an ambulance but was told not to worry.06 Oct 09:51 PM
New ZealandTeen drink victim's last request - no photosA King's College student who died after a night of binge drinking at a birthday party wrote a card to the host, insisting that 'what happens tonight doesn't leave tonight - and no photos'.06 Oct 04:30 PM
KahuSchools in gun over Maori failure rateMany schools are not demonstrating sufficient commitment to ensuring achievement of Maori students, ERO has warned05 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandSeat belts not worn in critical crashThree children critically hurt in a crash in Kawerau today were not wearing seat belts, police say.05 Oct 05:10 AM
New ZealandTeens badly burned when gas bottle explodes in their facesTwo teenagers are seriously ill in Middlemore Hospital with extensive burns after a gas cylinder is thought to have exploded in their faces.03 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleFive of the best: Petting farmsIf the kids are city slickers, get visit a local petting farm to get them in touch with some of New Zealand's favourite animals.02 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleIt's a jungle gym: Auckland's best playgroundsWe sent our two experts out to find Auckland's best playgrounds. Diana Clement reports back.02 Oct 01:30 AM
New ZealandOh boy, here comes competitionThe only girl in a rugby tournament of over 400 players is first named "man" of the match, and then in the tournament team.30 Sep 04:30 PM
New ZealandNo booze or you will be fined, teen drivers toldA "zero-tolerance" policy will fine teenage drivers $200 and 50 demerit points if they have any alcohol at all in their system.30 Sep 04:30 PM
LifestyleUnder the skinA new controversial documentary about models asks less than typical questions about the so-called glamorous fashion industry.28 Sep 09:00 PM
New ZealandBook review: The Story SistersMuch of Hoffman's writing is rich in symbolism and fantasy, and her latest novel, <i>The Story Sisters</i>, is no exception.25 Sep 04:30 PM
