Crime
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 15th August
On today's episode, many economists and retailers are welcoming the first cut to the official cash rate in four years, down 25 basis points, as a relief for mortgage-holders and businesses. ANZ's… Audio
Mum says son left with fractured eye socket in school beating
The boy's family has reported the attack to police while Ashburton College says the behaviour is "completely unacceptable".
Half brother of Lachlan Jones recalled to coroner's hearing
The half brother of Lachlan Jones has been recalled to a coroner's hearing where he's again denied he threw the three-year-old into an oxidation pond. Otago-Southland reporter Tess Brunton has more. Audio
Gail Maney appeal wraps up
The appeal of Gail Maney, Stephen Stone, Colin Maney and Mark Henriksen for the murder of Deane Fuller-Sandys in 1999 wrapped up in Wellington yesterday. Private investigator who was working on the… Audio
Mother says son lucky to be alive after eating meth lolly
A former meth addict says her 13-year-old brother and three year old son are lucky to be alive after getting six meth tablets disguised as lollies in an Auckland City Mission food parcel. Sarita… Audio
Former addict 'triggered' after son ate meth lolly
A former meth addict says she was triggered after her son and younger brother accidentally tried methamphetamine disguised as lollies. Finn Blackwell has more. Audio
What to do if you have found a pill disguised as a lolly
Here's what you need to know if you have received a food parcel from the Auckland City Mission recently.
'Arrogant and dangerous': Man clocked going 170kmh
The 24-year-old has had his car impounded after being caught travelling 70 kilometres per hour over the speed limit.
Investigation underway after gunshot shatters front window of Papakura house
People were inside the property, but no one was injured.
Gun and drugs found after wrong car spiked by police
A patched King Cobra gang member is now facing charges in court, including escaping police custody.
Lawyers agree no evidence implicating Gail Maney for murder
Lawyers from both the crown and the defence agree there is no evidence implicating a woman convicted and jailed for a West Auckland murder two decades ago. Kate Green spoke to Guyon Espiner. Audio
'Please give us a police station' - Central Aucklanders still feel unsafe
A building manager in downtown Auckland says safety measures put in place in the central city are not working, and that a brick and mortar police station is the key to making a difference.
Crown agrees evidence against Gail Maney is unreliable
Lawyers on both sides agree there is no evidence implicating a woman convicted of a West Auckland murder two decades ago, as the first day of the appeal concludes.
Cause of Pauline Hanna's death not determined by pathologist
A forensic pathologist said he cannot determine the exact cause of death of an Auckland woman the Crown believes was murdered by her husband. Dr Kilak Kesha carried out the autopsy examination of… Audio
Pathologist describes bruises on Pauline Hanna
Bruises on the body of murder accused Philip Polkinghorne's wife could show she was grabbed and held before she died, a court has heard.
Organised crime groups using border workers to get drugs into NZ
Organised crime groups are targeting border workers with access to systems and restricted areas to allow drug shipments to slip through the border, Customs New Zealand says. Audio
Teen stepmum allegedly stomped on toddler causing 'catastrophic' injuries
She was allegedly at "breaking point" before she snapped and caused "catastrophic" stomp-type injuries.
Feelers frontman James Reid sentenced to 12 months supervision
The frontman of award-winning New Zealand rock band The Feelers has been sentenced after he was caught driving at double the speed limit and refusing to provide a blood sample.
Three arrested after shooting at police in Manawatū
Police seized multiple firearms after being shot at from a fleeing vehicle in Palmerston North.
Surgeon's wife broke down in tears over money troubles before death, niece tells court
Pauline Hanna's niece says her aunt was worried about leaving Philip Polkinghorne as she did not have money to live off.