Crime
Former members of Two by Twos sect critical of group's transparency
Former members of a secretive sect known as the Two by Twos are criticising the religious group's lack of accountability and transparency with money, claiming the leaders receive gifts of cash and… Audio
NZers turning to social media to buy drugs: Survey
The latest New Zealand Drug Trends Survey shows people are increasingly turning to social media to buy their drugs, and gangs are dominating the meth market. Massey University professor Chris Wilkins… Audio
Over half of NZers experienced online threat in past year: Survey
More than half of New Zealanders may have experienced an online threat in the past year, with many suffering some kind of financial loss, according to a local cybersecurity survey. National Cyber… Audio
Kim Kardashian tells court she 'absolutely thought' robbers would kill her
Facing her alleged attackers for the first time since the heist, the billionaire reality TV show host has been testifying at a Paris trial.
'You were an adult, she was a child': Teacher jailed for grooming, abusing student
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Samuel Ramsay began messaging the girl on Facebook when she was 13.
Police arrest man for arson after fire at PM Starmer's house
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday thanked emergency services for responding to the fire.
Lower Hutt man left in critical condition after assault
The 50-year-old man was found in critical condition on Randwick Road.
Police expect to lay charges over crash that injured five children
The bus, operated by Ritchies, was carrying students from Rosehill College and Rosehill Intermediate.
Man threatens woman with knife, steals her pizzas
The 28-year-old man has been arrested by police.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 13 May 2025
In today's episode, RNZ understands pornography found on the work computer of former deputy commissioner of police, Jevon McSkimming, is being investigated as alleged objectionable material, New… Audio
Family grieve teenager stabbed to death in Napier
He died at about 3am Sunday in Onekawa during what police are calling a "violent disorder".
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 13 May 2025
In today's episode, next week's Budget will include $100 million over four years for expert maths teachers and maths tests at primary and intermediate schools, the government is refusing to reveal any… Audio
Police investigating multiple complaints against Wellington man
Wellington police have confirmed they are investigating multiple complaints about a Wellington man which RNZ understands to be of a sexual nature. Police reporter Bill Hickman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
…Ex-NZ Idol judge found guilty of driving at almost seven times the alcohol limit
Former NZ music icon Paul Ellis has pleaded guilty to driving drunk and disqualified, after crashing a car while 6.7 times the legal alcohol limit.
Should you be free to leave nasty reviews online?
Former NetSafe CEO Martin Cocker weighs in on a Palmerston North company taking social media site Reddit to court over anonymous posts made blasting their business. Audio
Four arrests, several vehicles impounded after gang tangi
All four arrests in Gisborne were for public display of gang insignia.
Gang member charged over funeral home fire
Pump-action shotgun, ammunition found during search of four gang-linked properties.
Christchurch eye surgeon who attempted to murder landlord granted parole
He is set to be released next month.
Neighbour on street where teen killed in 'violent disorder' plans to leave
The police cordon has been lifted at the scene of a homicide in Napier where a teenage boy was killed, and another injured.
Homicide investigation begins after Napier teen dies
A homicide investigation is underway following the death of a teenage boy in Napier early on Sunday morning. Hawke's Bay reporter Alexa Cook spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
