Law
17yo to appear in court after person shot on Christmas Day
The man is due to appear in the Youth Court in Christchurch, charged with wounding with reckless disregard for the safety of others.
Christchurch police operation ends with four arrests
One person was arrested for breaching the gang patch ban and the others were for outstanding warrants and driving offences.
Police arrest man after assault on Northland store owner
Dallas Gurney, once the boss of short-lived news station Today FM, was left with a fractured shoulder.
Teen charged after allegedly using nitrous oxide while driving
An 18-year-old has been charged with dangerous driving after allegedly inhaling nitrous oxide - also known as nangs or NOS - while behind the wheel in Rotorua. Inspector Phil Gillbanks from Bay of… Audio
Who are ICE agents and what exactly can they do?
Explainer - America has been in an uproar the past week over the actions of ICE agents after the shooting of a Minneapolis woman. But who exactly are they?
Golf club creates positive legacy from destructive mistake
The club has planted 120 native trees and shrubs, turning a mistake in 2023 into an opportunity to enhance the area for future generations.
All the major cases involving Trump at the US Supreme Court
The cases involve challenges to everything from tariffs to transgender rights and birthright citizenship.
NASCAR commissioner steps down following anti-trust trial backlash
The move comes following the revelation of insulting 2023 text messages, which came to light during an anti-trust trial involving a team co-owned by retired NBA legend Michael Jordan.
13 of New Zealand's worst cybersecurity incidents
A ransom hack on New Zealand's largest health portal is being billed as one of the country's biggest cybersecurity incidents, but how does it compare?
Many sport clubs may not know they're about to be dissolved
Fewer than half of the country's sport organisations have registered under new legislation, with the deadline nearing.
US actions in Venezuela breach international law - Helen Clark
Former New Zealand Prime Minister and UN leader, Helen Clark says the actions of the United States in Venezuela breach international law. Clark spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
'The abuser was protected and the women blamed': Anglican priest honoured for advocacy
Reverend Dr Patricia Allan learnt of sexual abuse and harassment within the Church while she was preparing for ordination.
ECan 'put on notice' over rule-making for discharges
The High Court stopped short of ordering the regional council to change the rule relating to the discharge of nitrates because of the amount of time that has lapsed.
Tougher laws on guns and protests pass after Bondi Beach attack
The contentious reforms went through after a marathon debate which stretched into the early hours of Christmas Eve.
'Only takes one spark': Fireworks banned at multiple holiday hotspots
The private use of fireworks has been banned at several locations over the holiday period due to high fire risk.
Considering climate change mandatory, Supreme Court tells government
The country's highest court says climate change is "a pressing concern" when it comes to oil exploration - but Shane Jones says it must not triumph over energy security.
Gloriavale leaders to challenge school closure
Gloriavale's leaders have announced they'll challenge the forced closure of its school. Liz Gregory from the Gloriavale Leavers Supporter Trust spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Prisoners denied basic right to an hour of exercise
The boss of Corrections has repeatedly broken the law by denying prisoners their basic right to an hour of exercise outside their cells every day, according to High Court ruling. It ordered chief… Audio