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Another former senior cop on leave

Former deputy commissioner Chris de Wattignar Photo: NZ Police

Another former senior cop on leave

Another former senior leader at police is on leave from his job following a scathing report into how police handled allegations of sex offending by former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming.

Regulatory Standards Bill passes final hurdle

The bill's primary champion, David Seymour, says the legislation is about avoiding putting costs...

Regulatory Standards Bill passes final hurdle

By Russell Palmer of RNZ The Regulatory Standards Bill has passed with the backing of the coalition parties.

Man taking photos of rescue falls into sea

A person is rescued after getting into trouble at the Whiritoa blowhole in Coromandel. Photo: NZ...

Man taking photos of rescue falls into sea

Emergency crews rescuing two people had to come to the aid of a third who was taking photos of the incident.

Tongariro blaze: controlled burn ruled out as cause

The fire impacted varied terrain including, sub-alpine scrub, alpine scrub, wetlands, frost flats...

Tongariro blaze: controlled burn ruled out as cause

Fire and Emergency NZ has confirmed a "controlled burn" in the vicinity of a massive wildfire in Tongariro National Park was not the cause.

Jenny-May to leave Breakfast show

Jenny-May Clarkson has presented Breakfast since 2020 and will leave the role on November 21....

Jenny-May to leave Breakfast show

Breakfast co-host Jenny-May Clarkson will leave her role at the morning show later this month after TVNZ announced plans to "refresh" the programme in 2026.

Critical injuries in Canterbury highway crash

Critical injuries in Canterbury highway crash

At least one person has been critically injured after a serious crash which has closed part of State Highway 7 in the Hurunui district.

Fears housing plan will lead to 'rising crime, parties and nuisance'

Hugo Kristinsson. Photo: RNZ / Adam Burns

Fears housing plan will lead to 'rising crime, parties and nuisance'

Residents of the Christchurch suburb of South Brighton are not happy with a plan to build emergency housing apartments on a reserve in their quiet cul-de-sac.

Christchurch chop shop sent stolen vehicles around the world

Abdul Ahmadi during his sentencing at the Christchurch District Court. Photo: Al Williams

Christchurch chop shop sent stolen vehicles around the world

A man who sought refugee status in NZ went on to establish a chop shop in Christchurch that received $800,000 worth of stolen cars.

Tall story: Curious Kevin on way to new home

Kevin heads off to Hamilton Zoo. Photo: Supplied

Tall story: Curious Kevin on way to new home

A curious and loving giraffe named Kevin is on a cross-country road trip, travelling from Christchurch's Orana Park to his new home at Hamilton Zoo.

McSkimming accuser faces charges of harassing another officer

Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. Photo: RNZ

McSkimming accuser faces charges of harassing another officer

A woman who accused former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming of sexual offending remains before the court on charges of harassing another police officer and his wife.

Lotto jackpots to record $55 million

Two Dunedin players won second division prizes as Lotto's massive $45 million jackpot went unclaimed last night.

Invercargill, Q’town lead home gains

New figures show the resort is the most expensive place to rent a house in New Zealand. Photo:...

Invercargill, Q’town lead home gains

Invercargill and Queenstown have posted the strongest home value gains among New Zealand’s regional centres, bucking a largely flat national market.

The fall of south's former top cop Andrew Coster

Former police commissioner Andrew Coster Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone

The fall of south's former top cop Andrew Coster

Dunedin-born former police commissioner and Southern District Commander Andrew Coster has gone to ground, his reputation and legacy in tatters.

Nicholas 'disgusted' by top police cover-up

Victims advocate Louise Nicholas made rape accusations against police officers in the 1980s. The...

Nicholas 'disgusted' by top police cover-up

Sexual violence survivor advocate Louise Nicholas is disgusted by the police's handling of complaints against former top cop Jevon McSkimming.

Govt urged to stop 'short-sighted' fire job cuts

PSA national secretary Fleur Fitzsimons says the cuts are "short-sighted" and will "impact FENZ's...

Govt urged to stop 'short-sighted' fire job cuts

The Public Service Association says the government must step in to stop Fire and Emergency NZ's new proposal to cut almost 170 jobs.

Police continue search for Christchurch shooter

The scene of the shooting on Monday night. Photo: RNZ/Nathan Mckinnon

Police continue search for Christchurch shooter

Police say they are following strong leads in the search for those responsible for shooting at a Christchurch house and injuring a woman on Monday night.

Minister says emails about McSkimming were kept from him

Police Minister Mark Mitchell says at the centre of this, a woman has been "let down by the...

Minister says emails about McSkimming were kept from him

The police minister says emails containing allegations about Jevon McSkimming's behaviour were kept from him by former commissioner Andrew Coster's office.

Senior cops who stood up to McSkimming 'cover-up' revealed

RNZ understands Officer D is Detective Inspector Nicola Reeves. Photo: RNZ

Senior cops who stood up to McSkimming 'cover-up' revealed

The IPCA found serious misconduct at the highest levels of police over how they handled accusations against Jevon McSkimming. It also commended the work of several police staff who stood up.

Anatomy of a 'cover-up': The McSkimming report explained

Former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. Photo: RNZ

Anatomy of a 'cover-up': The McSkimming report explained

A damning report by the Independent Police Conduct Authority found serious misconduct at the highest levels of police over how they handled accusations of sexual offending by former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming.

Chch murderer tells Parole Board he wants to stay in jail

Christine Hindson's daughter, Marla Thompson (left), and her sister Megannan. Photo: NZME

Chch murderer tells Parole Board he wants to stay in jail

A man who strangled his ex-partner to death before dumping her body inside a wooden chest and nailing it shut says he doesn’t want to be released from jail.

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