Suppression for driver charged over death of off-duty policewoman
The man made his first appearance in the Whangārei District Court this morning.
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The justices also rejected her bid for a reduced sentence.
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During his time on drugs, he drove high 'every day' and wrote off about six vehicles.
Large majority of Kiwis want slower speeds, despite Govt policy to raise them
A survey by NZTA has found that Kiwis like the lower speeds the Government is changing.
'What a coward': Judge lambasts young man who beat pregnant partner
'You can take it as read that if you return to court you will go to jail.'
‘I hope he haunts you’: He died chasing his stolen Merc, thief left him entombed
Allister Christie's body was found the next day, still trapped in his submerged car.
Drugged driver admits killing retired Rotorua couple in high-speed crash
A driver has appeared in court charged over the deaths of John and Janice Christensen.
Man gave partner Valentine's Day slap, covered her mouth then pinned her down
'The common thread was his destructive use of methamphetamine.'
Rugby club applies to renew liquor licence after patron jailed for fatal hit-and-run
Jason Tuitama told police: 'I know I shouldn't have driven; I've drunk too much.'
Opinion: Five reasons why the Govt should slow down on raising speed limits
OPINION: The case for lower speeds is compelling: lives are saved, pollution is reduced.
Auckland truck driver found seven times over alcohol limit: 'Scraping the wall'
The driver was described to be struggling to stay in his lane.
Young family 'terrified' after attempted carjacking in holiday traffic
The arrests relate to burglaries, car thefts and driving offences.
Street racer crackdown: Police impound 19 cars, issue 138 fines in Wellington
Police around the country are taking action against illegal street racers.
Caught on camera: Auckland Transport driver runs red light
Auckland Transport says it is disappointed by the driving seen in the video.
Opinion: From ‘President of Pop’ to embarrassing uncle, could Justin Timberlake's year get any worse?
A cringe-worthy album, more Britney Spears backlash, and now an arrest.
Victim's mother remains haunted by son's 'senseless death'
Robert Taylor fled the scene leaving one mate dying and three others injured.
'I need to change my attitude': Furious 11-time drink driver storms out on judge
'You have no insight into the harm you could cause to others,' the judge said.
Oops, he did it again: Repeat drink driver caught a week shy of finishing sentence
He was driving drunk in a vehicle without a court-imposed interlock device.
Mum fined by police after driving children to school in iced-over car
Police are urging motorists to defrost their windscreens as winter sets in.
Letters: Private clinics and cancer patient fees; boy racers can buy their own land
OPINION: 'At the end of the day it all comes down to maximising profits.'
Protecting life: Speed camera aims to reduce car crashes in the Far North
A controversial speed camera is up and running in the Far North.
Unlicensed, speeding and high: Young driver kills two, gets home detention
Victim's family question sentence imposed by court.
Dentist hit by drink-driver metres from his door describes 'huge toll'
'My next memory was waking up on the road in a haze with blood running down my face.'
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Six cars were impounded and two people were arrested.
Police injured, arrests made after ‘antisocial’ 200-car Levin burnout
Six cars were impounded and two people were arrested.
Person injured after fleeing from police in South Auckland
Driver-related charges are being assessed for the offender.
Watch: Man accused of driving without a licence appears in court - while driving
‘I don’t even know why he would do that.’
'It's astonishing': Road safety advocates welcome long-awaited roadside drug testing
The Government has moved on getting roadside drug testing by the end of the year.
Police seeking help to find alleged fleeing driver who ran into a lagoon
The driver was earlier seen driving in 'an unsafe manner' around midnight.
Wyn Drabble: An unofficial guide to getting to your hospital appointment on time
OPINION: The first step is to phone the hospital and apologise for your upcoming lateness.
Why Kiri Allan never had to go to court for careless driving case
The former Justice Minister was sentenced on two charges after the crash.
Migrant's resident visa arrived days after being killed by repeat drink-driver
Jack Halliday had about 10 after-work drinks and then got behind the wheel.
Guilty: Car thief caused death of Mercedes owner in high-speed crash
The verdict has helped to bring closure to Allister Christie's family.
Temuka man admits dangerous drink-driving that killed two people
Murray Dean Stockwell lost control of his car when driving at high speed.