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The police are being criticised for failing to properly protect a vulnerable two-year-old who arrived at hospital with suspicious injuries. The Independent Police Complaints Authority says the boy was… Read more Audio

Asbestos dust has been found in corridors and clinical rooms in Dunedin Hospital, and staff and patients, including pregnant women, may have been exposed. Audio

Asbestos dust in corridors, clinical rooms in Dunedin Hospital, Police failed to properly protect a vulnerable child, Tribunal report - Crown deceived Whanganui Maori over land grab, Former MPs spend… Read more Audio

Amy Adams answers questions on crime statistics and broadband - and gets a ringing endorsement from her Prime Minister; Andrew Little asks John Key about foreign investment in land; Two Government… Read more Audio

A Golden Bay couple are preparing to sue the police over the way they were treated during the investigation into the 1080 blackmail case. Audio

Police have released photos of the bedding found wrapped around the body of 10-year-old Alex Fisher, as they continue to piece together what happened. Audio

A teacher accused of sexually abusing a boy has wept in Court as she denied sleeping with him or sending him text messages. Audio

The Police Minister is confident that tougher penalties for drivers who flee officers will send them a message it won't be tolerated. Audio

A Perth bikie gang leader is challenging the Australian Immigration Minister's decision to deport him back to New Zealand because of his bad character. Audio

Opposition parties say the latest State of the Environment report makes for depressing reading. Audio

A Police Sergeant who arrested Michael Preston recalls the accused killer appearing calm and undisturbed by a large contingent of armed Police surrounding his property. Audio

Pregnancies supervised by newly graduated midwives are much more likely to end in a baby's death - according to Otago University researchers. Audio