In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, Police investigate meth-laced lollies, NZ pilot crashes stolen helicopter and all eyes on the Official Cash Rate.

Potentially lethal dose of methamphetamine found in Rinda pineapple lolly wrapping.

Those on a Jobseeker benefit may lose half their stipend if they miss job interviews.

'She often claims the Westpac Helicopter as ‘hers’ when she sees it fly over.'

'Decision now puts the future of Māori wards in the hands of our community.'

Emergency services were called to the crash about 5.35am.

The road was closed last night while the Serious Crash Unit examined the scene.

The vehicle was spiked several times, deflating all four tyres.

Wilson had been drinking and did not have permission to take the helicopter.

The jury had to decide if the injuries were accidental or caused by an "enraged" mother.

Siua Malota threw flour and salt at the flames, and against all odds, the fire went out.

'We won’t have anywhere else to go.'

Travel was the big lesson learned by CBHS last time they played Nelson College. Video / George Heard

The rise in NZ's international profile has likely made us a target, one expert warns.

Dog owners say the council should make better use of their registration fees.

The closure will also affect visitors trying to access Whanganui Hospital's main entrance.

Gisborne Girls' High pip Paikea in 3-2 thriller.

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OPINION: The policy includes vital provisions to restrict proliferation of bottle stores.

Simeon Brown says "this isn’t the first time this dynamic lane has had issues".

'There is still a risk of landfall around this area.': council scientist

Health officials warned the Minister the target would need a whole of system approach.

Gisborne letters on marae meeting, trust isn't a charity, Grey St pantomime.

The scammer listened on the woman's phone 'from her pocket' when she visited the bank.