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'Are you suggesting I'm lying?' Prosecution casts doubt on suicide claim by Hanna's sister
The surgeon is accused of having strangled his wife to start a new life with an escort.
Polkinghorne murder trial not sitting today, defence to open tomorrow
The trial will resume on Friday at 10am.
Where's Madison? Crown wrapping up, but star witness nowhere to be seen
The surgeon is accused of having strangled his wife to start a new life with an escort.
Surprise Crown witness casts doubt on claim Hanna's phone used to draft 4am messages
The surgeon is accused of having strangled wife Pauline Hanna and staging a suicide.
NZ’s ecstasy habits explored: How are Kiwis using MDMA?
Researchers have delved into Kiwis’ ecstasy use to find most have positive experiences.
Matthew Perry started taking ketamine legally - in the US, that's never been easier
The star’s relationship with ketamine began with a therapy session at a clinic.
'Robbed me from ever being normal': Man jailed for shooting young father in head
The gunman shot a stranger at a New Lynn petrol station after they exchanged words.
Opinion: Meth addiction, HIV and a struggling health system have hit Fiji hard
OPINION: Fiji is struggling under an epidemic of meth addiction.
Meth detected on air con in Polkinghorne's consult room, jury hears
The jury weren't required in the High Court yesterday.
Top jockey caught with cocaine in his system claims he mistakenly ingested it in a drink
The A-class jockey has now been given his second ban from the sport since 2021.
Jurors in Philip Polkinghorne murder trial given day off as halfway point reached
The eye surgeon is accused of having strangled wife Pauline Hanna.
More snow for South Island and crackdown on boy racers | Focus Morning Bulletin August 19
In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, more snow for South Island, crackdown on boy racers and fate of cathedral to be decided.
Revealed: The Bay of Plenty's favourite illicit drugs - and the harm they do
Wastewater testing reveals the amount of drugs Bay people are consuming.
Who is the 'Ketamine Queen' charged over Matthew Perry's death
'They did harm so that they could make more money,' says a prosecutor.
How an $8m meth empire was busted as final four sentences handed down
Operation Freya netted about 17kg of meth in the large-scale Northland bust.
'Very odd exchange': Co-worker called out Polkinghorne for erratic behaviour weeks before wife's death
Meth use has become a recurring topic at the Auckland eye surgeon's murder trial.
'Many eyes watching': Airport baggage handlers jailed after attempt to smuggle meth in backpack
The seizure prevented up to $5.1m in social harm and economic cost to New Zealand.
Drug researcher believes Mexican cartels responsible for meth lollies
A leading drug researcher believes it’s likely there are more meth-laced lollies in the community, but is confident the delivery to Auckland City Mission was unintentional.
Fears meth lollies could be fatal and budget blowout | Focus Morning Bulletin August 15
Fears meth lollies could be fatal, calls for accountability from the Reserve Bank and budget blowout at Ministry of Disabled People.
‘It tasted like poison’: Former meth addict mum triggered after son tried 'lolly'
Former addict says it's lucky no children have been hurt from contaminated food parcels.
'I hope no one dies': Meth beer victim's sister's warning after toxic lollies discovered
Angela Sagala called those who imported the lollies "careless and reckless".
Michael Morrah speaks to Angela Sagala following meth laced lollies found in Auckland
Aiden Sagala died after unknowingly drinking liquid methamphetamine. His sister, Angela Sagala, speaks to Michael Morrah after the discovery of meth-laced lollies in Auckland.
Lollies distributed in food parcels contain "potentially lethal levels" of meth
At least three people have so far needed medical attention after lollies found to contain 3 grams of methamphetamine were donated to, then distributed by the Auckland City Mission.
Warning: Meth-laced lollies could kill - what to look out for
Potentially lethal dose of methamphetamine found in Rinda pineapple lolly wrapping.
Alleged murder and meth: Inside the Polkinghorne-Hanna mansion
The couple's Remuera mansion sat hidden behind tall gates and hedges.
Cops bust huge international drug ring: 183kg meth found, 12 arrests, houses seized
Cops also seized assets allegedly bought with ill-gotten gains, including two houses.
The biggest scandals of the 2024 Paris Olympics so far
Drones, doping allegations, dirty water and much, much more.
Fresh arrest over $23m meth seizure as organised crime syndicate dismantled
The arrest of a 42yo Auckland man follows earlier charges against two men in May.
Mexican drug ring bust: Auckland police seize $63m of meth
Three Mexican nationals have been arrested and are facing serious drug charges.
Top watchdog shames two schools; worries some student enrolments, suspensions not fair
Ombudsman rebukes Auckland’s St Peter’s College and Christchurch’s Cashmere High.
Chlöe Swarbrick: Deny basic facts and hope for the best? Our children deserve better
OPINION: In order to have a rational debate, everyone needs to agree on basic facts.
Dog who ingested meth is on the mend
Little Fleur who unwittingly consumed meth during a walk with her owner is on the road to recovery. Video / Supplied
Man who stabbed two teen Burger King workers was suffering meth psychosis
Ethan Simon said he was especially sad about his victims' ages after learning what he did.