Gigolo providing home-delivered sex unfazed by Kiwi MPs male bordello plan
A male escort who has been providing his 'services' for 14 years in New Zealand, said women wouldn't want to visit a brothel, but want sex home-delivered. The statement comes after former MP Pam...
View ArticleMark Lundys Privy Council appeal under way
Mark Lundy's legal team have begun presenting their case at the Privy Council in London, claiming the Crown's case was based on flawed science. Lundy is serving a life sentence with a non-parole period...
View ArticleNew Zealand Energy amends deal terms finalizes sale and purchase agreement...
Three reasons to go Premium! 1. Unlock details of over 3,000 companies 2. Have access to 11,000 oil industry people profiles 3. Full address details of over 5000 ...
View ArticleMan survives 15-story fall in New Zealand
Stilwell suffered bone fractures and some internal injuries but is otherwise "fine" and "a very lucky man," his friends told New Zealand's Fairfax ...
View ArticleEngland set 170-run target for NZ in 24-over game
England put up 169 on the board against New Zealand in a rain affected Group A game at the Champions Trophy here Sunday. Captain Alastair Cook top scored with 64 while Joe Root made 38. New Zealand...
View ArticleEngland seal semi-final spot with win over NZ
England got the better of New Zealand in a rain marred Group A contest here Sunday to cement their place in the semifinals of the Champions Trophy. Skipper Alastair Cook (64) led from the front to take...
View ArticlePregnancy flight-ban discrimination
Pregnant women banned from flying are being discriminated against by airlines whose reasons aren't backed up by medical or scientific evidence, a gender expert says. Many airlines impose a total ban on...
View ArticleWorst flooding in close to 40 years
Flooding in North Otago's Waitaki Valley has been described as the worst seen in close to 40 years, and Waitaki District Mayor Alex Familton says the floodwaters have "scoured" rural roads. "The...
View ArticleBBC ex-broadcaster sentenced for sex assaults
Photo / AP Former BBC broadcaster Stuart Hall has been jailed for 15 months after he pleaded guilty to 14 counts of indecent assault against girls as young as 9. The 83-year-old Hall had initially...
View ArticleLive chat preview Undercover investigator Daniel Walker
Daniel Walker. Photo/Helen Manson This week for our "What I do" series, we'll be speaking to undercover investigator Daniel Walker. The former detective quit the police in 2002 to take up a job with a...
View ArticleUndercover investigators harrowing story
Daniel Walker became an undercover investigator to save women and children from sex trafficking, but his mission destroyed his marriage and cost him his identity. He will be doing ...
View ArticleMotorists urged to be cautious on South Island roads
In the aftermath of heavy rainfall, motorists have been warned to travel with caution on several South Island roads this morning. According to the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), SH90 at Tapanui,...
View ArticleWebsite outage day two MetService promises mid-morning return
Twitter feed . MetService had no immediate comment when contacted by NBR, but said it hoped to make an announcement shortly. On its Twitter account, MetService ...
View ArticleKiwi dips in volatile trading as vibes American improve
The New Zealand dollar declined in volatile trading as improving US economic data before this week's Federal Reserve meeting spurred some investors to increase their bets that the central bank may...
View ArticleAlcohol Reform Changes at Risk by Auckland Council
Local Body Politicians in Manurewa are welcoming the implementation of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 which partially comes into force today , but they won't be stopping their fight there....
View ArticleNelson Mayor Achieves Internet Stardom
Nelson Mayor Aldo Miccio has achieved internet celebrity status in Brazil through social media platform Twitter, after establishing a connection with internationally renowned Brazilian bloggers Jovem...
View ArticleCivil defence information about snow and other storms
In a snowstorm, the primary concerns are the potential loss of heat, power and telephone service, and a shortage of supplies if storm conditions continue for more than a day. It is important for people...
View ArticleHeavy Rain Update 7 1700hrs 17613
Heavy Rain Update 7 1700hrs A huge effort by a large team of contractors has opened most roads in the district. Contractors will rest overnight ready for another big day ...
View ArticleSimon Bridges misleads Parliament
Simon Bridges' refusal to meet with International Labour Organisation (ILO) officials to discuss his government's employment law changes shows his disdain for international workers conventions, and...
View ArticleWealthy Auckland suburbs slugged again with big rates hikes
For the first time in New Zealand, the BMW 3 Series Touring is now available with BMW xDrive, the world's most sophisticated all-wheel drive system. Based on the award winning 3 Series Sedan, the...
View Article