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Woman charged after cannabis-laced cake taken to shared meal at hospital
It has been reported that two staff members at the hospital ended up in the emergency department after eating the cake.

Te Waiariki Grace fatally stabbed Mongrel Mob partner as she tried to protect herself
Couple at centre of case had a volatile relationship often plagued by physical assaults.

Christchurch entrepreneur Nicole Gaviria gets $100,000 for business helping women with eating disorders
A Christchurch entrepreneur who is on a mission to help women end binge eating has won mentorship from a Dragon's Den investor, and $100,000.

Wife’s subtle move after CEO husband caught on Coldplay kiss cam in alleged affair
Before deactivating her social media, the wife made one minor but telling move.

Papua New Guinea NRL director stands down over corruption concerns
The man who led Papua New Guinea’s campaign for a new NRL team has stood down from its board at the request of the country’s prime minister.

Frustrated University of Canterbury students missing class over lack of campus car parks
Frustrated University of Canterbury students are missing out on lectures or late for class because of the daily struggle to find a car park on campus or surrounding Ilam streets.

Former youth councillor calls for better engagement with Gisborne’s young voters
Over 40% of Gisborne residents are under 29, but they're under-represented.

Serious injuries after crash involving truck near Otaki
One helicopter, one critical care unit, two manager vehicles and a road ambulance were sent to the scene of the serious two-vehicle crash.

Gore residents told not to drink tap water
Gore District residents are being advised not to drink tap water after the council found elevated levels of nitrates at Cooper’s Well.

'Trusting The Salt Path author was our biggest mistake'
A family who claim The Salt Path author stole thousands from their business say trusting her was a big mistake.

Kawerau crash: One airlifted to hospital in critical condition
Police responded to the Bay of Plenty incident around 3.20pm.

Gore residents told not to drink tap water due to high nitrate levels
High levels of nitrate have been found in the district's water supply.

Tributes to Fat Freddy's Drop founder, DJ Chris Faiumu
King Kapisi first met 'Mu' while recording demos at a Wellington radio station in the 1990s.

Wool meets rugby: Norsewear open letter sparks talks with NZ Rugby
After a social media jab at All Blacks' synthetic beanies, Norsewear is talking partnerships with NZ Rugby to bring Kiwi wool to Kiwi rugby fans.

Taupo clinicians plan for emergency hospital shutdown amid critical staff shortages
The contingency measures include plans to move patients to Rotorua Hospital if staff shortages forced Taupo's clinic to close.

Rotorua fraudster on home detention vows to repay over $5000
Karla Cherie Wickham was already on home detention for a large drug ring bust.

New police retail crime unit nabs shoplifters linked to $250k thefts just hours after hitting the streets
The pair have been charged as a new police team targeting retail crime is launched.

Auckland pair arrested after $250k retail theft spree
Two people alleged to have stolen more than $250,000 worth of goods from Auckland retailers have been arrested.

Snoop Dogg becomes Swansea co-owner and investor
Rapper Snoop Dogg becomes a co-owner and investor at Swansea City after taking a minority stake in the Championship club.

Independent commissioners approve sand mine for 16 years near Hokitika
The Westland Mineral Sands site will be about eight kilometres from the town and cover 112 hectares.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to end in May 2026
The network called it a financial decision tied to the "challenging backdrop in late night" television.