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'Incredibly cruel': Investigation launched over intimate school video
A parent from one of the schools called the sharing of the video 'designed to shame'.
Married couple killed in triple-fatal crash had only recently moved to South Island
Donna Young and her husband Christopher Young were killed in the triple-fatal crash.
‘Traumatic’: Five killed in 'horrendous' crashes on Canterbury roads
Police are investigating the scene of the crash on Main North Rd, Sefton.
NZ's biggest builders: The contenders with $100m-plus workloads
They're nipping at the heels of the biggest operators.
Frank Film: All roads lead home for musician Adam McGrath
The film takes a deep dive into McGrath's musical journey.
Retired house inspector faces $700k liability on decade-old report
A former house inspector could be liable for half of a $700,000 leaky home claim.
Two people confirmed dead after car, school bus crash in rural Canterbury
St John is treating several patients, people in the car have been injured, police say.
Real estate agent fined over cracked wall, $84k fix
Agent with unblemished record received information about concern with the wall.
'Go Hard!': Tall Ferns star sends message to team after Canterbury car crash
The Tall Ferns camp have been buoyed by Goulding's message to her teammates.
Patched over: Entire Rebels MC chapter become Comancheros
Sudden move sends shockwaves through the underworld and gang tension fears mount.
Three areas where REINZ sees recovery: House price changes
Auckland is now at $995,000, the third month in a row its median is below $1m.
Dog shot and killed by police after seriously injuring person
The incident triggered a heavy police turnout in Bryndwr.
Builder caught using unconsented Chinese roofing product; other homes could be affected
The owners only discovered the switch when the paint began deteriorating.
Oranga Tamariki 'fraud': Pair charged with $2 million scam
Pair also face charge of money laundering $791,500.
Holden back the years: Kiwi dad buys back his first car - 22 years after he sold it
For decades he wondered what happened to it. Now he's miraculously been reunited.
Tears, fears, and too many beers: A typical day in court
Some beg for mercy. Some are bored. Kurt Bayer spends a day in court.
Air Force plans Spitfire flypast for centenary celebration
Spitfire will take off from Ōhakea and fly to Wellington before returning north.
'Sense of entitlement': Man sexually abused young girl for years
The man stood in the dock, sighing as the judge outlined his offending.
Christchurch to welcome winter with light displays, music and fireworks
Tīrama Mai offers a host of events to celebrate Matariki.
Frank Film: Finding a new community
Mike Moss and Alison Locke have returned to Christchurch’s Avon Loop Red Zone, soaking up memories of their former home. Video / Frank Film
No rules to fight gang trouble at medical facilities
Te Whatu Ora admits it does not record gang conflicts at hospitals so there is no data.
The town NZ forgot: Meet those refusing to leave the abandoned post-disaster zone
Kurt Bayer reports on a stoic group who refuse to leave ‘paradise’.
$750m plan: Auckland CBD's first vertical retirement village - Penthouses $13m each
Highest-price retirement village units: ORAs on two double-height penthouses $13.75m each.
Wedding chopper crash: Newlyweds file lawsuit against Robinson helicopters
Young couple and photographer suffered severe injuries in crash just after vows.
Air NZ says fares will moderate; Cathay Pacific boosting services to Aotearoa
Second profit upgrade in six weeks for Kiwi airline.
National's unplanned request to film with police put officers in ‘difficult position’ - Coster
The Police Association president has also said what National did was inappropriate.
Sawn-off firearm found in car after driver crashes fleeing police
About a dozen police officers are at the scene.
'Very sneaky': Neighbours feel caught out by new Kāinga Ora developments
Neighbours of state housing developments want more say before councils give the nod.
Locals Only: ASHY on the art of making good pop music
Ashy Batchelor knew from a young age that she wanted to be a pop star.
First XV sideline abuse: Top NZ actor and old boy slams 'utterly unacceptable' antics
Annual match between prestigious Christchurch schools marred by fight, abuse, and slurs.
British buyer snaps up prison, school and uni contracts in giant $205m deal
Public-private partnership deal to sell contracts on jail, 11 schools, uni accommodation.
Is Labour really soft on crime? The numbers reveal a surprising story
The Herald has analysed decades of data to see how crime has changed in Aotearoa.
Psychologist says John Beckenridge wanted to punish ex by taking son
He has been described as 'controlling, coercive and running out of options'.