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Polkinghorne speaks in new documentary series

Those who followed the Polkinghorne murder trial will know two voices were absent from the witness stand: Dr Philip Polkinghorne, charged with murdering his wife Pauline Hanna, and his former mistress Madison Ashton, an Australian sex worker.

First South Island motorway goes to 110kmh

Christchurch's Southern Motorway (file photo). Photo: RNZ

First South Island motorway goes to 110kmh

Motorists in Canterbury will be about to push the pedal a little harder from today, with a higher speed limit beginning on Christchurch's Southern Motorway.

Acclaimed Māori artist Robyn Kahukiwa has died

Māori artist and children's book author Robyn Kahukiwa has died at age 87. Photo: supplied/Facebook

Acclaimed Māori artist Robyn Kahukiwa has died

Well-known New Zealand painter Robyn Kahukiwa has died.

Driver leaves couple’s lives shattered in horror crash

Emergency services from Auckland and Northland attended the crash on Cove Rd, Waipu. Photo:...

Driver leaves couple’s lives shattered in horror crash

A couple dedicated to serving the vulnerable had their lives shattered on what was meant to be the start of a joyful family holiday.

'Bizarre': Lawyer struck off for forging court documents

Benjamin Wong has been struck off and is no longer able to practise law. Photo / Supplied

'Bizarre': Lawyer struck off for forging court documents

Why did a lawyer forge virtually an entire court case and string his client along for nearly two years?

Concern over measles spread as holidays approach

Measles outbreaks have been recorded in the US, Canada, India, Vietnam and Thailand. Photo: Getty...

Concern over measles spread as holidays approach

Doctors are "very worried" about a measles outbreak as cases rise rapidly overseas, and they're urging people heading overseas in the upcoming school holidays to make sure they're vaccinated.

Glaciers lose equivalent of a third of Lake Taupō since 2005

Glaciers lose equivalent of a third of Lake Taupō since 2005

New Zealand glaciers have lost the equivalent of over a third of Lake Taupō in volume since 2005, updated official statistics show.

Doctors warn of 'crisis' at hospital

Despite multiple assessments Mrs A's cancer went undiagnosed for months. Photo: Getty Images

Doctors warn of 'crisis' at hospital

Doctors warning of crisis at Gisborne Hospital say it is demoralising to reach out for help, only to be told there is no crisis.

'Not good enough': nurse laments Nelson Hospital condition

Hundreds of people protested outside Nelson Hospital. Photo: RNZ/Samantha Gee

'Not good enough': nurse laments Nelson Hospital condition

Amanda Field says the staffing shortages, run down buildings and lack of bed space is now the worst she's ever seen it.

Former teacher jailed for sex acts on teen

A former teacher who met a 13-year-old on the dating app Grindr maintains he did nothing wrong when he went to the boy’s house and engaged in sexual acts.

'Call me next time': Peters disparages Luxon's tariff talks

Foreign Minister Winston Peters (right) said Christopher Luxon had not consulted with him ahead...

'Call me next time': Peters disparages Luxon's tariff talks

Winston Peters has chastised the prime minister for his spree of phone calls with world leaders about the US trade war, and advised politicians to "tone down".

Serious injury as vehicle and cyclist crash

One person is seriously injured following a crash in Christchurch this afternoon.

Jury out in manslaughter case of couple sent 'flying in air'

Geoffrey and Karen Boucher were hit by a motorcycle as they crossed a highway at Bethlehem, near...

Jury out in manslaughter case of couple sent 'flying in air'

The jury has been left to decide if the way a 60-year-old was riding was a “wanton disregard” for the safety of road users, or a case of “human fallibility”.

Former funeral director Fiona Bakulich jailed

Fiona Bakulich is facing charges of interfering with human remains and eight counts of obtaining...

Former funeral director Fiona Bakulich jailed

A former Auckland Funeral Director has been sentenced to jail for two years and three months for interfering with human remains and obtaining money by deception.

Luxon rules out another Treaty Principles Bill

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says there are some "areas for us to work on" with the boot camp...

Luxon rules out another Treaty Principles Bill

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has flatly ruled out entertaining another iteration of the Treaty Principles Bill, a day after it was defeated in Parliament.

Job relisted without 'tikanga' title at Peters request

NZ First leader Winston Peters: "The public service exists to serve New Zealanders - not to be a...

Job relisted without 'tikanga' title at Peters request

A job ad for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade that enraged Winston Peters has been relisted with a tweaked title, removing the word 'tikanga'.

Short on officers, meth battle ongoing: Chambers

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers. Photo RNZ / Marika Khabazi

Police short on officers, meth battle ongoing: Chambers

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has outlined his priorities and stance on mental health callouts, organised crime and meeting the government's "aspirational" recruitment targets.

Grieving father forgives Ariki Rigby's killer

Jimmy Heremaia pleaded guilty in February to murder and was sentenced in the Napier High Court...

Grieving father forgives Ariki Rigby's killer

The man who murdered Ariki Rigby in Hawke's Bay has been sentenced to life in prison, with a minimum non-parole period of 12 years.

Recognition for more veterans

War hero Willie Apiata gifts his Victoria Cross medal to Minister for Veterans Chris Penk. Photo:...

Recognition for more veterans

The government is expanding the official term "veteran" to include about 100,000 more ex-soldiers, sailors and aviators, and will establish a new national day of tribute.

'Chaotic': Students struggle to pay rent in StudyLink delay

Students said delays created financial problems for many people. Photo: RNZ

'Chaotic': Students struggle to pay rent in StudyLink delay

StudyLink has processed more student loan and allowance applications than last year, but thousands remain uncompleted, figures leaked to RNZ show.

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