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Meth worth $11m found inside wet towels in US woman's suitcase
The woman has appeared in court after 31kg of meth was found in her checked-in suitcases at Auckland Airport over the weekend.
Auckland eatery Amore to pay $18k over unfair contract
After eight months working as a kitchen hand, a 16-year-old says she felt backed into a corner by her employer who told her she no longer had a job if she did not sign a casual contract.
Du Val property entity owed $4.6m to IRD - Report
Tui Terraces Limited Partnership went into liquidation owing nearly $4.6 million in taxes to Inland Revenue.
What to expect in the deadly mushroom poisoning trial
The upcoming trial of Erin Patterson is shaping up as the biggest case Victoria has seen in years.
Man charged after gun fired at Middlemore Hospital
Police say it's fortunate no one was hurt in the incident that occurred three weeks ago.
On the Couch with Julia Rucklidge: How to Fight Your Inner Critic
Professor Julia Rucklidge, a clinical psychologist, is the Director of Te Puna Toiora, the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Lab at the University of Canterbury. Today Julia is sitting down with… Audio
Two charged over street racing at three times speed limit
Southland police have also impounded two vehicles after investigating reports they were travelling at 150km/h.
Armed robbers hit Takapuna restaurant, offenders on the run
The duo stole a number of items, fleeing the scene in a vehicle before police arrived.
Submissions closing for pay gap legislation
Jo Cribb is heading a campaign to support new pay gap disclosure legislation and joins Anna Thomas. Audio
Caravan park prompts new SH1 turning lane
The site has been the scene of three known crashes within a five-year period, including one involving a vehicle towing a caravan.
New Zealand develops smallest brain implant ever
The neural implant, which monitors brain pressure in those living with a serious and potentially fatal condition, is a world first.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 20 January 2025
On today's episode, Dr Shane Reti has lost his health portfolio in a major cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Simeon Brown will take over as Health Minister, Israel says three… Audio
Cyclists hit the brakes on 'out-of-breath' thief's getaway
A man in Invercargill has been arrested after choosing to rob perhaps the worst possible victims - a group of elite cyclists.
Political commentator Ben Thomas on cabinet reshuffle
The Prime Minister says he hasn't lost confidence in Shane Reti despite sacking him as Health Minister. Dr Reti was a major casualty of Sunday's reshuffle, with Simeon Brown set to take on the role… Audio
Cabinet reshuffle little comfort to delay-hit patients - health advocates
New Health Minister Simeon Brown may be hamstrung in how much he can change, as cuts to the health system are "writ in stone", union head says. Audio
Public Health advocates on new health minister
Public health advocates say a change of Minister will come as little comfort to people waiting too long for health care, or not being treated at all. Bill Hickman has more. Audio
Mums, babies woken by drilling as hospital construction rolls on
"It honestly just sounded like they were dropping metal pipes on the ceiling above my room and it went on for a good hour."
Industry groups oppose govt's plans for apprenticeships
Some industry groups are already opposing the government's preferred option for the future of apprenticeships and workplace training. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports. Audio
Expectant parents in Wellington warned about construction work
Expectant parents are being warned about disruption at Wellington Hospital as work to replace its faulty copper pipes progresses. Political reporter Anneke Smith has more. Audio
NZ Nurses Organisation on new minister of health
Dr Shane Reti has been given the boot from the health portfolio in a big reshuffle by the Prime Minister. New Zealand Nurses Organisation Chief Executive Paul Goulter spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
