Guyon Espiner

Waikato DHB chair resigns over CEO controversy; Analysts expect RBNZ to signal LVR unwind; NZer's death is Aus detention sparks findings of drug use; Deputy PM seeks money from journos over… Audio

Waikato businessman Sir William Gallagher has called the Treaty of Waitangi a fake and accused Maori of fencing off beaches. Speaking to a gathering of businesspeople in Hamilton on Friday, the… Audio

Roxburgh hit hard in Central Otago floods, Roxburgh locals describe flash flood damage, Tonga fans celebrate despite RLWC loss, RLWC2017 referee stands by controversial Tonga call, Sir William… Audio

Robert Mugabe quits as president of Zimbabwe, Police arrest a 26-year-old man linked to the shooting of a taxi driver in Miramar. He has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily… Audio

Auckland homeowners fear huge rates rise after valuations; older workers among highest ACC claimants - report; fast-tracked fire rules infurates local fire engineers; Zimbabwe to begin impeachment… Audio

A Wellington taxi driver describes fleeing for his life after being shot by a passenger on Saturday night, Police call for help to identify who attacked and knocked out a policewoman in South… Audio

Nit-picky managers are a major cause of people leaving their jobs, according to a new survey. But a human resources professor says the issue lies with a lack of support from the top. Audio

Fluoridation of south Taranaki's water supply was necessary to help fight a high degree of poor dental health in the area, South Taranaki District Council told the Supreme Court. Audio

The Murupara community is hoping an iwi supported proposal to build the country's biggest water bottling plant could revitalise the once thriving regional town. Audio

The Waikato DHB said in a statement the three patients are responding to botulism anti-toxin, but it could be a couple of weeks before the results of toxicology tests are known. Audio