Charlotte Cook

In the final day of the coroner's hearing into the disappearance of John Beckenridge and his 11-year-old step son Mike, a friend of Mr Beckenridge has given evidence about a disturbing letter he… Audio

The music world is mourning the loss of rock n roll queen, Tina Turner who has died at the age of 83. She rose from humble beginnings and overcame an abusive marriage to become one of the most popular… Audio

An invasive clam which reproduces rapidly has been discovered in the Waikato River, It's the first time the clam, called the Gold clam, has been found in New Zealand. It is a potential threat to… Audio

Convicted murderer Mark Lundy is seeking his second chance at parole today. Mark Lundy has convicted of the double homicide of his wife Christine and daughter Amber at their Palmerston North home in… Audio

The Reserve Bank Govenor has defended his support of Labour's budget in front of a select committee after rising the offical cash rate once again. Members of Parliament have spent the morning grilling… Audio

Conservationists and bird lovers are relieved to see immediate action from a Florida Zoo, but believe little Paora the kiwi should be coming back to Aotearoa. Zoo Miami has apologised and says it's… Audio

Christopher Luxon says the National Party is using artifical intelligence responsibly in its social media images. National was critisised for using AI in its latest political campaign online… Audio

The Police Watchdog has found they failed to act when more than seven new recruits made complaints about a doctor sexually assaulting during medical examinations over a thirtneen year period. The… Audio

Consumer spending has fallen to its lowest level in more than a year as inflation and rising interest rates have curbed spending habits. Stats NZ says retail sales volumes fell 1-point-4 percent in… Audio

It's been a week since the deadly fire at Loafers Lodge in Wellington killed at least five people. Right now, displaced residents and others affected by the fire are meeting with a trauma support… Audio

Transpower is promising to work better with the electricity sector this winter to avoid black outs and power cuts to customers. During times of high demand, usually cold mornings and evenings, a… Audio

A trade expert says New Zealand will need to rebuild and strengthen its relationship with India before a free trade agreement could be reached. Chris Hipkins has accepted an offer from the Indian… Audio

The stricken cargo ship MV Shiling is currently making the final part of its journey into Wellington harbour. The ship was forced to make a mayday call when it lost power and was left rolling in rough… Audio

Police are praising the courage of those who came forward after being drugged and sexually assaulted at a Christchurch bar and restaurant.

Two men have been convicted of dozens charges spanning a… Audio

The Police Association has rejected findings from an investigation by the Independent Police Conduct Authority, in which it found that an officer was not justified in shooting an armed man in Auckland… Audio

The housing ministry Kāinga Ora is continuing to invest and build public housing in areas that are prone to flooding, despite being given warnings three years ago.

Currently, more than 15 percent of… Audio

More than 20 earthquakes have hit the southern Hawke's Bay settlement of Porangahau since 10.15am.

A magnitude 5-point-9 quake struck first at 10.16am, followed by a 5-point-3 magnitude quake two… Audio

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has described the damage done by a tornado in Paraparaumu, north of Wellington, before dawn this morning.

Assistant Commander of the Wellington fire Brigade, Stephen… Audio

The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) couldn't use its preferred options in response to Cyclone Gabrielle because of ongoing critical staff shortages.

It's now paying a one-off bonus to all its 9000… Audio