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’A sh*tshow that shouldn't have happened,’ defence lawyer tells murder trial
Hori Gage was gunned down in his car in front of his family on a Sunday afternoon.
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Coroner says police 'destroyed' vital evidence in speedway racing death
He died from head trauma – the coroner can't rule on the helmet as police threw it away.
'I broke the rule of my grandfather': All Blacks' brother on 75 hours lost at sea
Nearly 20 years on Hewitt says his youthful arrogance contributed to his brush with death
What’s up with the signage directing people to our newest highway?
Opinion: I’ve spoken to many people who are still being misdirected.
'No skin off our nose': CEO on US tariffs impact on butter venture
Open Country looks to the United States to boost its trade as its butter venture opens
Former All Black Don McIntosh dies, aged 94
Don McIntosh played four tests for the All Blacks and 120 times for Wellington.
'PR stunt': Opposition slams Govt's $6b infrastructure announcement
Christopher Luxon defends mega construction plan amid Opposition backlash.
13 players win $20k each in Lotto second division – where tickets were sold
Most of the winning tickets were sold in the North Island.
Referee abuse: The alarming stats that highlight a troubling trend
Many sports across New Zealand are seeing an increase in reported referee abuse.
The regions most at risk from billions in future flood damages
Almost 220,000 homes worth $180b are in flood zones.
'Why did you punch me?': College coach claims referee assaulted him after heated first XV clash
Darren Paewai has broken his silence about an incident during a clash with Kāpiti College.
'My partner just got shot': Woman describes fatal gang shooting
Hori Gage was gunned down in front of his children and partner.
'Execution': Mongrel Mob member gunned down as he sat with partner and kids in car
The Crown says Hori Gage was killed after a gang brawl that he had no involvement with.
Gas leak in Feilding leaves two in hospital, emergency response under way
Two people have been taken to hospital after a gas leak at a house in the Manawatū town.
‘Fire sale’: World-renowned artist’s work to be sold against his will
Yaacov Agam is alleged to owe $6.8 million to a NZ-based printing company.
Northland mayor weighs second term amid calls to enter Parliament
Moko Tepania was 31 when he was elected Northland’s youngest mayor in 2022.
‘Appalling and uncouth:’ Drunk lawyer suspended after grabbing colleague’s genitals
The senior lawyer has been suspended for 'deplorable' conduct.
Road funding shifts: NZ explores tolls for new infrastructure
A new $830 million toll road will open in 2026, connecting to Whangaparāoa.
More work needed to protect horticultural land, says industry
“We need to create a legal framework that protects production."
'Thrives on wet tracks': Belardo Boy claims 11th career win
Trainer Lisa Latta plans to target weight-for-age races in early spring.
The rise of Rosmini's 'Horse': Young star gallops to scoring benchmark
Braden Morley scored 30 points in Rosmini’s 40-7 win over Massey High.
Cop kissing serial shoplifter also 'hoicked up a ball of spit' and spat at police
The officer did not give "implicit or explicit consent" for the kiss, the summary said.
‘I've done wrong:’ How jailed sex offender tried to fool drug test with chamomile tea
Now it's cost Haydn Christy his chance of being released on parole this month.
Letters: Do politicians know how bad our rural roads are?
OPINION: Seymour is a little fish in this big ocean, who knows how to swim with the tide.
'Dangerous and stupid': 12 more arrested over Levin boy racer 'invasion'
Two police officers were hurt, woman knocked unconscious as crowd filmed her.
Editorial: Referee abuse is a threat to all of sport
OPINION: Officials are crucial, often overlooked and vital for community sports.
Iconic Kiwi lolly Jaffa comes to end, quietly discontinued by manufacturer
When shops run out of the Kiwi favourite there will be no more packets to buy.
Taranaki teen handed 36-game ban after shoulder-charging referee
The unnamed player lined up the referee and ran into him, knocking the ref to the ground.
Ranfurly Shield-winning prop retires at 28 due to 'head knocks'
Joel Hintz's proudest moment was lifting the Log o' Wood as his side arrived in Napier.
Rising star: Shaun Fannin's quest for steeplechase success with Jesko
Fannin plans to target the $200,000 Grand National Steeplechase in August.