Tākaka builder $12k out of pocket after planned gold dig in national park
He reported his mining equipment as stolen and was then arrested.
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Teen says his life was 'turned inside out' by sexual violation
The 15-year-old said the trial then 'broke me in ways that are hard to describe'.
'Ripped off': Kebab staff worked without pay before dinner shifts
Workers only paid for lunch and dinner service, not the hours worked in between.
Nelson property companies successfully sue former investment manager
Lawsuits and liquidations: Where's the former boss wanted by the Serious Fraud Office?
‘F***ing lies’: TV star Noel Edmonds rejects claims he sacked Kiwi winery staff
UK celeb Noel Edmonds rejects claims he sacked 17 Kiwi winery staff with a day's notice.
UK TV star accused of blindsiding Kiwi vineyard staff with winter closure
One day's notice of job cuts for 17 staff at Noel Edmonds' South Island winery.
Man arrested after 'waving a very large knife in everyone’s faces' in Nelson KFC
A nearby business saw the suspect on its security cameras carrying a large kitchen knife.
Man jailed for photographing young naked children in rec centre changing rooms
Crown says public need to be protected from man's 'terrifying escalation' in offending.
Reality check: Man cut down radio station billboard then punched the man who put it back up
He told police he punched the victim because 'he asked for it'.
Masseuse badly beaten after refusing client refund for $600 massage
She eventually pulled one of his hands off her neck and whispered 'take the money'.
Deadly decision: Driver saw motorcyclist coming but pulled out in front of him anyway
Anthony Keen died at the scene after hitting Chapman's car as she turned in front of him.
‘Vulnerable’ drug mule spent more on airfares than what he earned transporting meth
The cost of the airfare exceeded what Natia Tupai was paid to carry the drugs.
DoC website crashes as people flock to book spot at 'world's best hidden beach'
High demand was anticipated, with the DoC campsite being given its own booking window.
Thieving dental clinic worker claims she had a medical condition that 'made her steal'
Roxanne Arsi altered invoices sent by the clinic so the money went into her account.
Man bashed elderly dog with mallet to 'put it out of its misery'
Instead, Lance Tengu left the dog badly injured and it had to be put down by a vet.
Group of young people drive car into deer and kill a stag
Police arrested three men after the incident on Marsden Valley Rd in Stoke.
Which lucky region has hot weather on the way?
Daily highs 4C above average are on the horizon for some, meteorologist says.
Rail bridge sagging after floodwater washes away support, KiwiRail suspends trains
People ordered to evacuate homes after more rain dumped around the South Island.
'So many memories': Close friend pays tribute to teens killed in Nelson crash
The 18-year-olds died in an accident on an off-roading track.
Two dead after crash on off-road track
Police were alerted to the crash in Mount Richmond Forest Park about 11pm yesterday.
Supermarket thief says she's shared stolen items with others who were 'equally as desperate'
Ebony Rapana says she was desperate, living in emergency housing and 'just did it'.
Sovereign citizen's shoulder blade broken while resisting arrest
Judge says it was a shame Megan Gordon was injured during arrest but it was no surprise.
Man set ex-partner's home alight out of suspicion she was having an affair
Hamish Ray had earlier sent a barrage of abusive messages to his ex via social media.
Tākaka man Peter Miller’s death not suspicious, police say
His body was found after his family raised concerns they hadn't heard from him.
'Put down': Violent inmate stomps on duck after it landed in prison yard
The prisoner was charged with attacking the bird, which had to be put down.
15m whale washes up on Parapara Beach, Golden Bay
Investigations are under way to find out what the whale's exact species is.
‘Felt the Earth move’: Boom follows bright light as Kiwis spot meteor in sky
Could you have a meteorite in your backyard?
'Rock n roll judge' on being easily triggered - and the death of his son
'I am easily triggered, unfortunately.'
‘Got the worst deal’: Wet, windy weekend for battered regions, elsewhere fares better
A heavy rain watch has been issued for beleaguered eastern region.
Man jailed after paying women in Asia to see their children dance naked
He was caught with thousands of images and videos of child exploitation material.
'Strange': MP's escape from 'cult-like' religious sect
'They wanted me to stop talking to my parents.'
Bates bowls White Ferns to one of their 'best wins'
The opening batter delivered with the ball when her team most needed against England.
White Ferns win final-ball thriller over England
The White Ferns kept alive the T20 series against England with a dramatic three-run win.