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'Our daughter's future': Couple fight property seizures linked to cannabis op
They were mounting the appeal for their 3-year-old daughter, "who has lost her future through this decision".
Gang member arrested after hitting police car, fleeing in west Auckland
A gang member has been arrested after a police car was crashed into during a chase in West Auckland on Wednesday night.
Man admits 55 child sex abuse charges while member of underground sect
William Stephen Easton, 79, was remanded in custody where he will await sentencing in December.
Jury finds Philip Polkinghorne not guilty of murder
Pauline Hanna's family are now having to come to terms with the murder trial verdict they didn't want. A High Court jury has found her husband, former Auckland eye surgeon Philip Polkinghorne not… Audio
Mental health experts raise concerns about coverage of Polkinghorne trial
The trial filled the public gallery and press benches for the entire eight weeks, justifying live blogs by seasoned court reporters, multiple podcasts and a NZ On Air grant for a documentary.
Who was Pauline Hanna?
To the outside world, Pauline Hanna had it all. Throughout the trial of her husband for her murder, the country heard a different story.
Man charged with Nelson kidnapping could face more charges
A man charged with kidnapping in Nelson has been remanded for a second time without plea, while police continue to investigate.
The Pre-Panel for 23rd September 2024
Today on the pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show with Jesse Mulligan. Plus producer Tom Riste-Smith joins them with a rant about what he calls "whinging" Wellington business owners. Audio
The Pre-Panel for 23rd September 2024
Today on the pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show with Jesse Mulligan. Plus producer Tom Riste-Smith joins them with a rant about what he calls "whinging" Wellington business owners. Audio
'Let Pauline rest in peace': Polkinghorne after not guilty verdict
Outside court, members of Pauline Hanna's family said the verdict was not the outcome they wanted, but they accepted the jury's decision.
Expert Feature: forensic scientist
Today's guest SallyAnn Harbison has been working in the field for over 30 years. She's the Director of Auckland Universities' Forensic science programme, and leads the forensic biology team at ESR… Audio
The eye surgeon accused of murdering his wife: How it all unfolded
Methamphetamine use, escorts, infidelity and an alleged murder inside one of the country's most exclusive suburbs.
Jury to resume deliberation in Polkinghorne murder trial
After hours of deliberation on Thursday, the jury was sent home without reaching a verdict.
Man used 10 identities, including a dead person's, in Covid-19 wage subsidy fraud
Adam James Letchford made 14 applications between April and June 2020.
Help came 30 mins too late for mother and son following boating tragedy
Gemma Ferregel and son Ryder, who drowned after a boat capsized on Manukau Harbour, had clung to the upturned hull for several hours and at one point were even safe while walking on a sandbar.
Judgment clears path for Greens to waka jump Darleen Tana
It is unlikely Tana will be able to seek another order to stop the Greens holding a meeting to vote on her fate, Professor Andrew Geddis says.
Limits on jury trials breach 'long-held rights' - lawyer
The government wants to raise the threshold for defendants opting for a jury trial and extend the time they have to choose between a jury or judge-alone trial. Audio
Man's remorse after killing mate in workplace accident
One careless reverse of the roller machine, and in an instant, Gabriel Ahnee Fa'amausili was gone forever.
Gloriavale man pleads guilty to charges against eight girls
He preyed upon some as they slept and touched them while caring for children or working at the Christian community.
Convicted sex offender James Parker denied parole for third time
The former deputy principal has been in jail since 2013 for offences against boys while he was a teacher at Pamapuria School, near Kaitāia.