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Fake talent agent sexually assaulted woman after promising modelling career

The modelling opportunities presented by Delfin Cruz were "simply all a lie,” Crown prosecutor...

Fake talent agent sexually assaulted woman after promising modelling career

A young woman lured by the promise of a modelling career overseas ended up being sexually assaulted by a man posing as a talent agent.

Police appeal in search for missing teacher

Jayleb Che has been missing since 30 September. Photo: Supplied / Police

Police appeal in search for missing teacher

Police and Search and Rescue are looking for Jayleb-Che, aged 36, who has been missing since September 30 in Rotorua.

Actor regrets sharing Peters' address

Acacia O'Connor (left) publicised NZ First leader Winston Peters' personal address online.&nbsp...

Actor regrets sharing Peters' address

The activist and actor who shared Winston Peters' street address online says she regrets the "oversight" but claims the NZ First leader is now using it as a "diversion tactic".

Senior doctors and dentists to join massive strike

Participants in the 2023 Association of Salaried Medical Specialists’ protest in Cumberland St...

Senior doctors and dentists to join massive strike

Senior doctors and dentists are joining a strike set for later this month likely to involve tens of thousands of workers.

Controversial police restructure canned

Superintendent Tony Hill. Photo: RNZ / Nathan Mckinnon

Controversial police restructure canned

Police have decided to cancel a proposed restructure of its services in Canterbury after staff and community feedback.

Chisholm family at the 1925 New Zealand and South Seas Exhibition

Chisholm family at the 1925 New Zealand and South Seas Exhibition

A photo of my grandparents, father and uncles having a fun day out at the Exhibition.

VTNZ officers allegedly took cash bribes for driver licences

The VTNZ Highbrook branch in Auckland. Photo: Google Maps

VTNZ officers allegedly took cash bribes for driver licences

More than 300 people will have to re-sit their driving tests after Vehicle Testing New Zealand (VTNZ) officers allegedly took money in return for passing applications.

'Large orange fireball': Dunedin flight hit by lightning

The flight from Auckland was hit by lightning. Photo: Getty Images

'Large orange fireball': Dunedin flight hit by lightning

Passengers on an Auckland flight destined for Dunedin witnessed a ‘‘large, orange fireball’’ erupt on the plane's wing after it was struck by lightning.

How to see tonight's supermoon

The moon is going to appear bigger and brighter in the sky tonight. File photo: ODT

Supermoon set to put on a show tonight

Stargazing Kiwis are in for a treat tonight with the first supermoon of the year.

Willis urges Greens to 'call the dogs off'

National's Nicola Willis. Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone

'Call the dogs off,' Willis urges Greens

Nicola Willis has implored Chlöe Swarbrick to "call the dogs off" and tell activists to stop protesting outside MPs' homes after a window was smashed at Winston Peters' house.

'Crucial information' sought in homicide probe

Emergency services at the scene on Great King St over the weekend. Photo: Gerard O'Brien

'Crucial information' sought in North Dunedin homicide probe

Police investigating the death of a man in North Dunedin say members of the public may have "crucial information" that could help them with their inquiry.

Hundreds of trekkers escape from blizzard-struck Mt Everest

Tibetan firefighters rescue trekkers from Mount Everest after they were stranded by a blizzard....

Hundreds of trekkers escape from blizzard-struck Mt Everest

Hundreds of trekkers stranded by a blizzard near the eastern face of Mount Everest have been guided to safety by rescuers.

Angry Green Island couple 'charged, spat at police'

Angry Green Island couple 'charged, spat at police'

A Dunedin couple have matching court dates after they resisted police, allegedly kicking, spitting at and charging at the officers.

Christchurch Casino fined $5 million

'Serious systemic deficiencies': Christchurch Casino fined $5 million

Christchurch Casino has been handed a $5m penalty for breaching its obligations under anti-money laundering and terrorism financing laws.

'Bonkbuster' author Jilly Cooper dies aged 88

Jilly Cooper poses with her Commander of the British Empire medal after an Investiture ceremony...

'Bonkbuster' author Jilly Cooper dies aged 88

Jilly Cooper, the British author of novels such as "Rivals" and "Riders" whose 1980s bestsellers were a blend of sex, satire and class-based snobbery, has died aged 88.