Puppy saved by California police after possible fentanyl exposure
The owner knew the symptoms because 'It was the second time the dog had overdosed'.
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Political race under way, battle for dental health and curriculum concern | Focus Morning Bulletin September 4, 2023
The political race is under way with both Labour and National launching their campaigns over the weekend, Some in the health sector want more ammo in the fight against tooth decay and an education hub survey of more than 500 teachers sparks concern about the open nature of New Zealand’s curriculum. Video / NZ Herald / Getty
Gym instructor dies after accident while on LSD: Parents' plea to others
When couple's son died, some acquaintances never said a word. Why do we hide from grief?
'No remorse': Group jailed for 'callous' murder of man dumped in water trough
The four people responsible for Sao Yean's murder were sentenced in Hamilton today.
Watch: Manu Vatuvei opens up on life after League
Sione Faumuinā talks to Manu Vatuvei on life after League. Video / Unspoken NZ
‘I’ve done my partner in’: Loved Māori warden murdered in frenzied stabbing
Her partner was high on drugs when he stabbed her 39 times.
Former Mongrel Mob senior leader jailed for meth ring kingpin role
Mark Griffiths was a senior Waikato Mongrel Mob leader at the time of his offending.
Man charged with driving under influence of drug after fatal crash
Graham Louis Rouse, 76, died in the February road accident.
Braking bad: Classified intel reveals police ructions over motorcycle gang runs
Some officers feel they're being asked to "facilitate" gang runs instead of policing them.
Farm worker death: Jurors weep as young mother acquitted of murder, guilty of manslaughter
Jacob Ramsay was beaten, chained to a car and towed along a tanker track.
March for peace amid months of gang violence and death
Gang tensions have been high in Palmerston North since the killing of a mobster in May.
Mama Hooch 'predators': The life and crimes of the Jaz brothers
Ahead of the Jaz brothers' sentencing, crime reporter Anna Leask presents the full story.
'Extremely angry': Woman incited grisly tanker track attack, Crown suggests
Jacob Ramsay was beaten, chained to a car and towed along a tanker track.
Murder-accused sends 'love letter' to killer partner in prison, revealing 'no regrets'
Jacob Ramsay was beaten, chained to a car and towed along a tanker track.
Increase in access and dropping prices of meth and cannabis a worry, study finds
Worry over the availability and declining prices of meth and cannabis in Northland.
Pilot’s cocaine use a factor in second deadliest US hot air balloon crash
The New Mexico crash killed all five people on board.
Two men arrested in Gisborne operation to target meth supply
1.8kg of cannabis, 47 rounds of ammunition, and about $40,000 in cash were seized.
Class A: Teacher smoked meth at school, left pipe in special needs bathroom
She carried her stash in a glasses case but on occasion, left it unattended.
Blood smears and broken glass: Man on drug-fuelled bender jailed for burglary
A man high on meth broke into multiple homes, scaring residents before asking for a hug.
The text that sent a Mongols gang member to jail for a long time
The Auckland man was jailed for 14 years and nine months.
Harold the Giraffe's caravan for sale
Tricky time for the West Coast Life Education operation, which relies on sponsors to run.
'Deliberate and unethical': Pharmacist stole methadone, topped up bottles with water
John Collett moved the methadone to a small bottle, then put it in his pocket.
'Terribly sorry': Troubled doctor prescribed drugs for family but took them himself
The former top public hospital doctor's actions amounted to professional misconduct.
Drug Free Sport NZ CEO advocates for change around cannabis and sport
New Zealand athletes have been issued a strong warning this week.
One man remains in critical condition after four affected by suspected laced drugs
One man remains in a critical condition after a warning of laced MDMA.
Cultural report details upbringing of ‘national shame’
Tony Papuni's rampage ended when he climbed a tree in an attempt to hide from police.
Prison ordered for meth syndicate henchman who tied drug rival to chair and stabbed him to death
The trial gave a rare first-hand insight into Auckland's lucrative underground meth labs.
‘You lost the plot’: School rugby coach supplied players with drugs, booze
Jason Cameron befriended two of the players who would drink and take drugs at his home.
MAFS star released on bail after drug arrest
Sebastian Guilhaus was arrested last week when police seized $97k of meth at his home.
'The sun doesn’t shine as bright': Father's heartbreak after infant's avoidable road death
The 3-month-old was not harnessed into her seat and was surrounded by airbags.
Leading entertainment figure trial: Jury retires to consider verdicts
The trial is nearing the end of its 12th week after originally being set down for six.
How a southern Italian crime family’s reign ended in tragedy
Financial Times: Two shocking murders, 25 years apart, in fight to rule organised crime.
Police informant headed to prison after admitting 5 bank robberies to feed addiction
The man from New Mexico robbed one of the banks two times.
Kiwi, 77, allegedly caught with 2kg of heroin at Melbourne Airport
The man could spent the rest of his life in prison.