Drink driver claims she was distracted by ‘watching a livestream’
The 41yo told police she was watching her partner competing in a shearing competition.
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Polly Riddell went to visit 'on and off' partner the evening before her death.
Woman in court on murder charge after Dunedin death
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Animals shot dead by police: The numbers are revealed
Cows, dogs, sheep, deer, even a hare, all come in the firing line.
Armed police respond to unexplained death in Dunedin
One person was found dead at a property after police were called at about 5.20pm.
‘Horrified’: Bus driver stood down after students showered in glass
Parents have slammed the bus' poor history as the current driver is stood down.
Scientists' mistake restores woman's vision
A woman's vision improved after scientists discovered an ‘accidental miracle’.
Man holds gun to taxi driver's head after lying about cancer to get lighter sentence
Judge raises concerns over offenders lying about their health to get a lighter sentence.
Homicide probe: Police raid property in connection with man’s death
Richard Leman's body was found inside a car parked in a garage in Rangiora last month.
Meth worth thousands found in Dunedin vehicle
A street value of at least $10,000 worth of meth was allegedly found in the car.
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Gore council drama: Why did councillors back down on no-confidence threat?
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Watch: CCTV released following aggravated robbery in Te Kuiti
Two people both dressed in black that fled on a black, farm-style motorbike are sought in relation to an aggravated robbery in Te Kuiti. Video / NZ Police
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa
Watch: Getaway's Charli Robinson cruises with Akaroa Dolphins.
'A whole hand on my butt': Man found guilty of groping gym-goer
When quizzed by cops he said it was not 'the crime of the century'.
Axe-wielding dog owner to SPCA: 'I will waste you'
Judge recognised the dogs were 'like family' but sends owner to jail.
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa
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Wellington hostel fire fallout, expert says sack all Gore councillors & police surround house in Rānui | Focus Morning Bulletin: 17 May, 2023
The fallout continues from the tragic Loafers Lodge fire in Wellington, local government expert says sack all Gore councillors after Mayor survives and police surround house in Rānui as person barricades themselves inside in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Council buys gang pad, immediately tears it down
Timaru District Council today confirmed it bought a property long used as a gang pad.
Tenant evicted from farm shed shared with landlord gets $1300
Dairy worker who denied owner access to farm shed turfed out; awarded compensation.
'Shocking record': Drink driver wants sentence reduced
The victim's family said the man showed no remorse for killing their loved one.
Bell of the brawl: NZ's youngest mayor survives no confidence vote
The future of the council had been hanging in the balance.
Convicted rapists at centre of bar drink spiking, sex assaults case will keep names secret - for now
Two main offenders in Mama Hooch bar stupefying and sex assault case still can't be named.
Hunter slips up over rifle lent to mate; avoids conviction
Judge says man who 'lent' firearm to unlicensed hunting mate should have known to check.
Te Kuiti bank robbery: Supermarket staff shot at, two escape on motorbike
No one was injured in the small rural town.
Ex-Dunedin teacher faces more indecent assault charges
David Russell Bond, 71, is charged with four counts of indecent assault.
Invercargill man admits killing baby daughter
Daniel Wallis previously denied the murder of the 5-month-old.
Gore council fight: Tension mounts ahead of this afternoon's showdown
Councillors to vote on motion of no confidence in NZ's youngest mayor.
$4.1m Ponzi scheme: More than 60 investors caught up, SFO charge two people
The SFO started their investigation in 2021.
Ships' maydays expose fragile disaster response, safety fears to be aired at Beehive
Two ships have now issued mayday calls within months of each other.
Council staff ‘extremely unprofessional’ towards Bell at times, says board chair
Gore Mayor Ben Bell has been called on to resign.
Death of drunken 14yo girl prompts coroner warning
Teen had smoked cannabis and drunk cider before tragic accident.
Woman assaulted parking warden for handing out a ticket
Parking warden sworn at then pushed to the ground by woman given ticket.