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How one man's $80 speeding ticket spiralled into $34k and bankruptcy

Peter Prescott will now have more added to his debt after another failed attempt at court.

Tenant who fled rental property on short notice left behind damage and 500kg of rubbish

The woman had grounds to go early, but she still had a responsibility to leave it clean.

‘Bizarre’: Lawyer says he can't remember why he deceived client, forged court docs

Benjamin Wong's lawyer: 'It is difficult to conceive of an explanation that makes sense.'

‘My life has purpose’: Inside New Zealand’s biggest rehab service

The foundation supports 80 homes and helps 1500 people reintegrate annually.

Gisborne speedway’s Clyde McGrory on 53 years of commitment

'I am absolutely passionate about motorsport'.

'Really shabby': Deputy mayor decries state of premier park

The council's boss says Pukenamu Queen's Park should not become a 'bollard farm'.

Cyclist critical after Palmerston North crash

Police are looking for witnesses and any CCTV or dashcam footage.

'Weight can stop a train': Trainer's bold strategy for Whangaehu

Bill Thurlow believes Whangaehu can handle the 59kg topweight at Trentham.

How this teacher aide is helping a small rural school thrive

Ashley Steedman has 'fallen in love with the job'.

Whanganui Corrections staff member critically injured in assault

'This sort of violence against our staff is unacceptable.'

One critical after truck and van crash at Bunnythorpe

The crash occurred about 10.10am at the Newbury Line and Te Ngaio Rd intersection.

‘Once in a generation’ teen gets White Sox call-up

'Her raw talent across all aspects of the game is truly exciting.'

On The Up: Air Chathams and Air NZ in partnership talks

'Smaller operators play a critical role and do an excellent job.'

Winter arrives early as thick snow falls in the South

The first snowfall of the year makes landfall following a day of wild weather.

Concept for new $20m regional park in Hawke's Bay revealed after 'challenges'

The park would be developed on Lagoon Farm, under an airport flight path.

'I refuse to remain silent': Former Hato Pāora College student speaks out as priest is jailed

Father Michael O'Donnell abused students, often targeting them at the tuck shop.

Hurricanes ponder No 10 move for All Blacks outside back

The Hurricanes face the Crusaders on Friday in a crucial Super Rugby Pacific clash.

‘You’ve got to get out’: Lawyer describes court evacuation after bomb threat

Police would only refer to the incident as 'threats'.