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Second priest at Christchurch school accused of sex abuse

Fr Brian Cummings was rector at St Bede's College between 1990-2001. Photo: Supplied

Second priest at Christchurch school accused of sex abuse

A second priest who worked at St Bede's College in Christchurch was accused of sexual abuse by three complainants over three decades, it can be revealed.

Appeal date set for ex-guard convicted of murder

David Benbow was sentenced in the High Court for murdering Michael McGrath. Photo: Alden Williams

Appeal date set for ex-guard convicted of murder

A former prison guard who murdered his childhood friend will have his appeal against conviction and sentence heard later this year.

Pharmac looking to fund leukaemia drugs

David Seymour has released his letter to Pharmac's board chair setting out his expectations for...

Pharmac looking to fund leukaemia drugs

New medicines for people with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia in New Zealand could be on the way.

Animal Control at property on day before fatal dog attack

Police at the scene of the fatal attack. Photo: RNZ

Animal Control at property on day before fatal dog attack

The Northland property where a woman was mauled to death by dogs had been visited by Animal Control officers four times, including the day before the attack.

Foo Fighters first gig for Christchurch stadium

Dave Grohl, the founding member of the Foo Fighters, performing in Los Angeles last year, Photo:...

Foo Fighters first gig for Christchurch stadium

The Foo Fighters are the first international band booked to play at Christchurch’s new stadium.

Hipkins accuses Peters of 'pure racism'

NZ First leader Winston Peters (L) and Labour leader Chris Hipkins. Photo: RNZ

Hipkins accuses Peters of 'pure racism', slams 'ugly side' of politics

NZ First leader Winston Peters has been accused of "pure racism" in Parliament by Labour leader Chris Hipkins.

'Absolutely devastated': Community mourns woman killed by dogs in Northland

The incident occurred on a property in Kaihu, in Northland. Photo: RNZ

'Absolutely devastated': Community mourns woman killed by dogs in Northland

Police have identified the woman killed by dogs north of Dargaville in Northland yesterday.

Mother on trial over alleged ‘medical child abuse'

Mother on trial over alleged ‘medical child abuse'

A mother accused of medically abusing her child "wanted to be seen as the medical mother of a sick child", the Crown has alleged.

'Homicidal dogs': Jones wants tough jail terms for owners

The attack happened in Kaihu, a small settlement in Northland. Photo: RNZ

'Homicidal dogs': Jones wants tough jail terms for owners

"There's been so many complaints about them in the last year - the council know and haven't done anything", a resident says.

Govt mulls toll for Auckland Harbour Bridge

Govt mulls toll for Auckland Harbour Bridge

The government is seeking advice on whether to bring in a toll on the existing Auckland Harbour Bridge, to help pay for a second Waitematā Harbour crossing.

Akaroa to remain cut off overnight due to flooding, slips

Flooding on State Highway 75 on Banks Peninsula. Photo: NZTA

Akaroa to remain cut off overnight due to flooding, slips

The town of Akaroa on Banks Peninsula will remain cut off overnight, with State Highway 75 closed because of flooding and slips.

Multiple complaints about dogs before woman mauled to death

Multiple complaints about dogs before woman mauled to death

A local says there have been multiple complaints about dogs roaming in the area and chasing people before the death of a woman in Kaihu, Northland today.

First infrastructure plan for country revealed

Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop. Photo: RNZ

First infrastructure plan for country revealed

The report discusses "formidable challenges" to NZ's roads, water pipes, power lines, hospitals, schools and courts.

Wairarapa settlements cut off

The single-lane bridge to Lake Ferry in Wairarapa has been gouged out by floodwaters. Photo:...

Wairarapa settlements cut off

A washout at a single lane bridge has cut off several settlements in southern Wairarapa, including Lake Ferry and Cape Palliser.

IT issues continue to plague Southern hospitals

In 2018, there were 87 breaches, more than twice those in the previous year and three times as...

IT issues continue to plague Southern hospitals

Doctors and nurses at South Island hospitals have been struggling with clinical documents not being displayed or not being saved.

Moa Point sewage: Heated meeting and no clear answers

More than 300 people attended a public meeting on Monday about the Moa Point wastewater treatment...

Moa Point sewage: Heated meeting and no clear answers

Tempers have flared at a packed public meeting over the meltdown at Wellington's Moa Point sewage treatment plant.

State of Emergency declared in Banks Peninsula

Floodwaters surround a home in Akaroa. Photo: RNZ

State of Emergency declared in Banks Peninsula

A local State of Emergency has been declared in Banks Peninsula as heavy rain causes flooding, slips, fallen trees and communication outages in the area.

Farmer clears path for trapped vehicles with tractor

Trucks stopped in Taihape. Photo: Supplied

Farmer clears path for trapped vehicles with tractor

Cars blocked by a slip in rural Taihape are now free after a local farmer cleared a path for them with his tractor.

Boil water notice lifted in Christchurch

The requirement to boil water used for drinking, brushing teeth and food preparation is in effect...

Boil water notice lifted in Christchurch

A boil water notice affecting thousands of households in eastern Christchurch east has been lifted.

Youth motocross in spotlight after four deaths in two years

Jack Willson was 10 years old when he was killed in a motocross accident at Digger McEwen...

Youth motocross in spotlight after four deaths in two years

The deaths of four young people in separate motocross accidents over a two-year span will be the focus of a joint Coronial inquest, placing the safety of the sport under scrutiny.

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