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Boy accused tells of chance meeting with murder victim
A youth accused of the slaying of Liberty Templeman, 15, today began giving evidence in his own defence at the High Court in Whangarei.
Emotions run high as Liberty's parents flee courtroom
The distraught parents of a slain schoolgirl fled the courtroom as a jury watched video footage of police interviews.
Scientists point to blood traces in Liberty trial
ESR scientists believe blood found on items belonging to the accused boy belonged to murdered teen Liberty Templeman.
Liberty's friends tell of hours before death
More details of the final movements of slain schoolgirl Liberty Templeman have emerged at the trial of the teenager accused of killing her.
Liberty murder trial jury visits site where body found
The jury at the trial of the teenager accused of murdering Liberty Templeman has just left the scene where her body was found.
Police officer gives evidence in schoolgirl murder trial
A police officer has told a High Court that he spoke to the boy accused of her murder just minutes before he found her body.
A cute little heart breaker
Touching operatic allegory parallels lives of man and beast.
Bay of retreat for celebrities
International stars and high-powered businessmen have found the perfect place to get away from it all.
Kerikeri: The fresh taste of Thailand... in Wharepuke
An award-winning chef is making the most of the local produce, writes Helen Twose.
Historic potential
In 1819 Samuel Marsden introduced winegrowing to New Zealand with the planting of the first vines in Kerikeri.
50-plus drug arrests in North Island
More than 50 people have been arrested in two separate large-scale drug operations targeting cannabis in Northland and Hawke's Bay.
Kerikeri: Blazing through the north's wine trail
Northland boasts a number of thriving wineries worth a visit, says Helen Twose.