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The 'sobering' report on Māori kids in the system: ‘My dreams will come true...even if it takes a while’
The “oranga tamariki system” includes Oranga Tamariki, police and several ministries.
From motel owner to mayoral candidate: Steve Gibson vows to curb Hastings rate rises
One woman he visited in Hastings 'burst into tears' over how hard it was to pay.
Teacher denied request to 'retire with dignity' after having sex with student
The woman was more recently teaching at one of the country's top private girls' schools.
Lawyer claims she took $200k of client funds to escape abusive relationship
'This is a story of a long shadow of domestic violence,' she told a disciplinary tribunal.
'Cold air rushing in': Wintry blast to lash NZ, bringing snow, rain and strong winds
Strong wind watches are in place for Auckland, Northland and Bay of Plenty.
On The Up: How a family-owned Kiwi firm quietly conquered the cleaning market
Barry Robertson, founder of Quantum Pacific, shared his father still works on the floor.
Person seriously injured in rural Manawatū animal attack
The animal involved in the attack has been destroyed.
'Try-hard idiots': Police Minister blasts ‘cowardly’ boy racers ahead of Tauranga 'invasion'
Police expect more 'anti-social road user gatherings' this weekend.
'Dangerous and stupid': Levin boy racers run over woman’s legs, set diesel alight on street
Police condemn behaviour as 'incredibly reckless' and vow to arrest all those involved.
Tina from Turners' new ad - fat-shaming complaints; RNZ trust targets 'too modest' - Govt
A small town's media stoush; Costly PR conference - the PR response; PRINZ Awards winners.
'Block the pigs': Police brace for boy racer 'invasion' a year on from Levin violence
The Police Minister, despite an event organiser's abuse, says his cops are ready to act.
Former doctor and TVNZ presenter fined for claiming HIV doesn’t exist
The tribunal would have cancelled her registration if it hadn’t already done so.
Warning to cancel club rugby games after referee stabbing threat
The Horowhenua-Kāpiti union will cancel senior club games if serious abuse continues.
'Overwhelming concern': 'Run it straight' final blocked from Auckland stadium
'This activity presented safety considerations that we could not overlook.'
'Misleading in the extreme': Former TVNZ presenter and doctor claims HIV doesn’t exist
Samantha Bailey also told people on YouTube that gonorrhoea was not sexually transmitted.
'Tragic news': RUNIT responds to teen's death in private 'run it straight' tackle game
The man suffered a serious head injury when tackled and later died in hospital.
Power shift: How Meridian's $186m battery will influence energy market
Meridian's Ruakākā Bess is NZ's first large-scale grid battery storage system.
On The Up: Campaign under way to 'Make Play Possible'
Foundation is attempting to raise funds to allow kids with disabilities to play sport.
$20k triumph: How Taniwha Chasers captivated judges at portrait awards
An Ōpōtiki local's photograph Taniwha Chasers was chosen from 41 finalists.
Lawyer suspended after hiring serial conman who stole $330k from MoJ
Chris Tennet gave Brian Hunter a chance. He repaid him by stealing hundreds of thousands.
'It's just shock': Woman, 29, suffers stroke mid-air headed to dream holiday
Casey Borell underwent emergency surgery in Honolulu to insert a stent into her brain.
76-year-old completes Hawke’s Bay Marathon, nears 200th race milestone
'Crossing the line is the ultimate achievement - finishing is winning.'
Rubbish site employee waived $111k worth of dump fees in exchange for beer
The customer did not pay to dump its rubbish on 71 occasions.
Man's bedroom meth stash enough to supply Wellington region for two months
He failed to convince a judge that the stash was to feed his own addiction.
Pharmacist made $126k selling stolen medication on Trade Me
Jayant Patel was caught after his boss checked his CCTV and hired a private investigator.
Teacher pulled fingers and swore at students, made fun of kids with learning disabilities
Wendy Hopwood also ripped up students’ artwork and tore pages from their workbooks.
15 years on, man denies killing woman in a remote rural ravine
Dean Mulligan maintains his innocence, 15 years after his conviction.