New ZealandKopu murder: 'You put holes in the hearts of everyone who loved Bayden,' father's words for killerBayden Williams' family swore obscenities to his killer as he was jailed for 14 years.15 Aug 11:39 PM
New ZealandPerson killed in house fire in ThamesA person has died in a house fire in Thames overnight.15 Aug 06:30 PM
CrimeTwo failed ram raid attempts: Man arrested after struggling to exit vehiclePolice officers were patrolling Pollen St early this morning.09 Aug 07:08 PM
New ZealandSchools evacuated, locked down: Ministry confirms six threats madeSome schools in Waikato, Thames, and Gisborne were affected.26 Jul 05:05 AM
New ZealandMan to fight murder charge after alleged incident at CoromandelJoey Richards will go on trial for murder in May next year.25 Jul 09:28 PM
New ZealandSobs of relief as guilty verdict returned in Kopu murder trialA jury has found Adrian Phillips guilty of murdering father-of-one Bayden Williams.01 Jul 02:46 AM
New ZealandMurder accused tells court he feared for his life when he shot and killed old friendAdrian Phillips has described to a court the moment he shot at a former mate.22 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'I wanted him to tell me it wasn't real': Former girlfriend's reaction to shootingMacy Randall begged her then-boyfriend to tell her he hadn't shot Bayden Williams,14 Jun 03:36 AM
New ZealandLarge pool of blood on Kopu roadside first indicator of shootingA large pool of blood drew the attention of the officers who were first to the scene.13 Jun 12:06 AM
New ZealandMurder accused felt like there'd been 'no justice' after earlier fightAdrian Phillips felt like there had been no justice after a January fight.03 Jun 05:38 AM
New ZealandKopu murder trial: 'Hey Dad, how's your day' - Father's last words with sonThe original jury was discharged and a new one empanelled yesterday.02 Jun 05:57 PM
New Zealand'Being nato': Murder accused shot victim three timesNgātea man Adrian Phillips is accused of murdering Bayden Williams in August 2020.31 May 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Manukau port - dream or vision?EDITORIAL: Why is the Govt taking another look at a new port in the southwest of Auckland?27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandControversial Thames-Coromandel mayor to step downThe Thames-Coromandel mayor is ready to retire after 36 years in public office.20 May 01:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Heartbreaking': The toll of four ram raids in four months"It's not just the physical damage and costs but the impact on their emotional wellbeing."18 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Ugly low life' allegedly caught stealing money meant for chronically ill kidsHe allegedly claimed he was hungry, poor. Then he took off with funds meant for sick kids.12 May 07:03 PM
KahuGuardians of the land and sea: Te Puru students relishing kaitiaki roleAttendance up on days the education programme is run as students live and learn on beach.09 May 09:24 PM
New ZealandRam raid victim: 'There needs to be tougher repercussions - they are not heroes'Victims of multiple ram raids want smash and grab offenders to face tougher penalties.04 May 08:34 PM
New Zealand'She couldn't walk, she couldn't talk'; Man jailed for raping 'semi-comatose' womanThe judge assessed the victim as being 'semi-comatose' when she was put to bed.27 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandPolice seek help from social media companies after spate of ram raidsPolice say in recent months there has been an increase in these types of crimes.27 Apr 03:45 AM
New ZealandLarge part of the Coromandel without powerParts of the Coromandel will be without power until 1pm.15 Mar 10:18 PM
New Zealand'Fantastic result': Father and son survive hours in the water after boat capsizesThey were found at Ponui Island at 12.23am, more than six hours after their boat sank.15 Mar 08:44 PM
New ZealandNovavax vaccine approved: How it differs from PfizerWhen might you be able to access a shot of Novavax?01 Mar 04:52 AM
New ZealandPsychiatrist rejects criticism care was 'lax', 'cavalier in the extreme'Forensic psychiatrist Dr David Chaplow is giving expert witness testimony at the inquest.21 Feb 11:15 PM
New ZealandPsychiatrist thought man shot by police was stableInquest into mentally unwell man's death hears psychiatrist thought he was stable.21 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand'More should have been done': Fatally shot man inquest reopensVaughan Te Moananui's inquest reopens after his psychiatrist rejected criticism of care.20 Feb 10:40 PM
New ZealandMayor 'waiting for Novavax' jab now says she won't get that Covid vaccine eitherMedsafe provisionally approved Novavax's Covid-19 vaccine today.04 Feb 06:41 AM
New ZealandMum sounds caution after daughter, 11, vaccinated without consentConsent from a legal guardian is required to vaccinate anyone under 12 years old.03 Feb 03:40 AM
New ZealandDistrict Council changes vaccine policy, unvaxxed staff can attend 'critical' meetingsTCDC changes its mandatory vaccine policy a week after it was introduced.25 Jan 12:54 AM
New ZealandCar crashes into Coromandel seaThe driver of the car was taken to Thames Hospital in a moderate condition.19 Jan 08:22 PM
New ZealandProblem for Sandra Goudie: Only vaccinated allowed on council premisesMandate will cause problems for the district's mayor, Sandra Goudie.10 Dec 11:04 PM
New ZealandNovavax applies for use in NZ, vaccine not approved 'anywhere in the world'Dr Ashley Bloomfield says it's unlikely Novavax would be used in New Zealand.03 Nov 07:40 PM
New ZealandMinister's message for Sandra Goudie - 'no exception' for mayor vaccinationsThames Coromandel mayor says she won't be forced into having the Pfizer jab.19 Oct 09:34 PM
New ZealandMandating jabs 'absolutely wrong': Defiant mayor refuses Pfizer jabThames-Coromandel Mayor Sandra Goudie stands by her beliefs.13 Oct 09:53 PM
