Police raid uncovers loaded guns stashed in child's bedroom
Police said there could have been a terrible and needless tragedy.
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Person dies in crash in Hope, Tasman District
The single-vehicle crash happened around 6.15pm on Wednesday.
Remorse 'genuine': High Court removes man's name from child sex offender list
Kwan Loong Lee was caught trying to flee the country after a relationship with a 13yo.
33 hours of snow: MetService issues raft of warnings ahead of three-day storm hitting NZ
Incoming system set to deliver widespread wind, rain - and a potential heavy dump of snow.
Sunshine to snow: Looming icy polar blast to bring snow to both North, South islands
Niwa says the weather system is 'potentially conducive' to snow.
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One dead after car crashes into power pole in Tasman
The Serious Crash Unit is currently investigating.
Man loses name suppression bid over Snapchat of sex with underage girl
His father was worried about the humiliation that would follow his son being named.
Family kidnapped over $200k of missing meth, one tortured with pliers
The victim's toes were squeezed so hard with pliers, he feared they would 'pop off'.
Nelson teen sentenced after 14-year-old humiliated in social media livestream
The judge told Harrison Oliver he should be “thoroughly ashamed” of his behaviour.
Man gave partner Valentine's Day slap, covered her mouth then pinned her down
'The common thread was his destructive use of methamphetamine.'
Homestead burned to the ground in 'revenge' blaze started by ex-partner
Hamish Ray hung his head and cried as the consequences of his actions sunk in.
Man refused alcohol threatens supermarket worker: 'Stab a knife in your fat gut'
He arrived dragging a road cone under his car and left without the alcohol he wanted.
Pantry was empty, kids were hungry - so woman stole $8k worth of grocery items
The Nelson woman's lawyer says she's trying to be a productive member of society now.
'I am sorry': Mental health worker accused of paying patient for sex
The man says his family have been deeply impacted by the situation.
Man collected 1.2m child exploitation images over 20 years
'They were real victims and their suffering was recorded for the world to see.'
'I'll kill you:' Man attacks victims with a bike seat, later kills pet bunny
A few days later he threw a pet bunny against the wall, killing it instantly.
Former mayor confronts intruder, who had a nail gun, trying to 'claim' her house
'He was screaming and ranting at me, and I just thought, ‘I have to protect myself''.
'My first kiss will always be with a predator:' Man sentenced for sex offending against teen in park
'I realised I was strong enough to do something, and now, we are here.'
Countdown overhaul: 'Dark store' and EV chargers in new Woolworths empire
'Dark store' and direct-to-boot offerings as well as EV chargers feature in overhauls.
'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.
House prices flat in May, buyers taking time to make decisions
May-laise: A soggy month for many in the housing market.
501 with more than 60 convictions thanks judge as he's sent to prison
'Thank you judge - thank you for your understanding," the patched Comanchero said.
Young family of 5 lose everything in house fire
'You just don't really ever think of something like this happening to you.'
Teen's 'bully boy' attack left victim with concussion, broken bones
Judge: 'If you went to prison, I don’t know you would come out a better person.'
Officer assaulted by woman as he stopped her from walking into rescue chopper's blades
She responded by kicking and punching him before trying to bite the officer's arm.
15 hours of non-stop rain: Heavy rain warnings in force for west of country, strong winds hit Auckland
Residents at the top of the South Island could see up to 170mm of rain.
Busted: Cleaner springs guests who booked beachside motel to make fake money
Couple checked in carrying a guillotine, printer and multiple laptop bags.
Discover which students moving for university are least likely to return home
There's no shortage of opportunities for graduates wanting a start in the regions.
'It’s your fault I got fired': Woman attacks colleague she blamed for job loss
Three weeks later she punched a woman stocking Easter products at The Warehouse.
'Deeply disheartened': Govt puts aside $3.6m to fight Nelson Tenths decision before it’s landed
'Planning an appeal before the decision is released risks undermining the process.'
Retired man's life savings gone after sleeping skipper grounds fishing boat
'I have nothing left, thanks to Simon's stupidity.'