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Man admits role in nearly $4m Ponzi scheme
Thomas Alexander Kokouri Tuira was charged in May 2023 by the Serious Fraud Office.
Pharmacists call for change after baby given 13 times prescribed dose
Incorrect prescription "symptom of a much deeper, systemic issue," says member if Pharmaceutical Society.
Three pharmacy staff involved in error that led to baby's death
An intern pharmacist, a trainee technician and a registered pharmacist all looked at the prescription. Audio
Woman in court after toddler found in bus luggage hold
Charges of ill-treating a child have been laid against a 27-year-old who has appeared in North Shore District Court, but the toddler is medically well, police say.
Former National Party MP likely sexually abused children
Anthony 'Aussie' Malcolm likely engaged in coercive and/or criminal sexual conduct with "multiple young boys", a summary of police evidence reveals.
Former top cop charged with possessing child sexual exploitation, bestiality material
It can now be revealed that Jevon McSkimming is facing eight charges of possessing objectionable publications over a four-year period.
Prominent figure with name suppression back in court
The man faces eight charges, all of which are category three offences meaning the offence is punishable by imprisonment for life, or imprisonment for two years or more.
Intern pharmacist suspended after two-month-old dies
The baby was allegedly given an adult dosage of phosphate, with a coroner's preliminary opinion that she died from phosphate toxicity.
'Dangerous' missing man had escaped from Hillmorton Hospital
The man was reported as on the run last night.
'Lives are at stake': Pharmacy owners call for 'urgent' action following baby's death
A pharmacist says Bellamere Duncan's death was "not an isolated incident". Audio
Retail crime investigations tipped to rise by 60% after controversy
After RNZ revelations the Police Commissioner canned a directive on "value thresholds", which he called "confusing and unhelpful".
More than 5000 shoplifting complaints not investigated
Controversial police directive told staff they would no longer be investigating allegations of retail crime below certain financial thresholds.
Pharmacists under 'immense pressure', warn of further 'terrible incidents'
A two-month-old died after allegedly being given the wrong dosage of phosphate by a Manawatū pharmacy. Audio
Specialist backs law change after baby dies in alleged overdose
Two-month-old Bellamere Arwyn Duncan was allegedly given an adult dosage of phosphate by a Manawatū pharmacy.
'Awful error': Baby dies after pharmacy allegedly gives wrong dose
"How was it overlooked?" ask the parents of two-month-old Bellamere Arwyn Duncan, who died after she was allegedly given medication at an adult dosage. Audio
Deputy Police Commissioner Tania Kura retires
Kura had been in the police for decades and was the first ever female Police Commissioner.
36-year-old charged with murdering woman in Christchurch's Parklands
Emergency services were called to a Lamorna Rd, Parklands, property after reports a person had sustained critical injuries.
Commissioner 'angry' and 'let down' over allegations against former deputy
In an email Richard Chambers sent to staff he addressed the media reports "in relation to an individual".
Revealed: Child exploitation, bestiality material allegedly found on former top cop's work devices
Jevon McSkimming resigned as Deputy Police Commissioner in May.
'Whole life was being a mum': Woman killed in crash leaves three kids behind
Frances Latu-Vailea, her 5-year-old daughter and 7-year-old niece died after their car went off a notorious road.
'It's not too late': The search for Baby Anahera's mum
A coroner's report into the death of a newborn baby found at a recycling plant has revealed the "extensive" inquiries to try and identify her family. Audio
Prisoner deaths in double-bunk cells puts process under scrutiny
The deaths of two inmates in double-bunked cells means the process will be examined part of the independent Corrections Inspectorate's death in custody investigations.
Judge clears reporting of material on former Deputy Police Commissioner's computer
But Jevon McSkimming has five days to appeal the ruling and extend the current interim injunction.
Inmate death the second suspected double-bunked killing in months
Both incidents at the Auckland prison involved double-bunked cells.