Lisa Owen

Warning: Report includes graphic details that may be distressing to some listeners.

A man accused of murdering his mother told a family friend he couldn't cope shortly before he attacked her with a… Audio

The small Far North town of Kaikohe is now facing its second week of level four water restrictions, and with no rain in sight - things are set to stay that way.

It's devastating for the small town… Video, Audio

New Zealanders on the Diamond Princess are being strongly encouraged to take an Australian flight out of Tokyo - or risk being stopped from boarding a commercial flight.

Eleven New Zealanders have… Video, Audio

The Prime Minister will take no action against her Deputy, and New Zealand First leader Winston Peters, with confirmation of a Serious Fraud Office investigation.

As the SFO prepares to prosecute… Video, Audio

Hundreds of cyclists have left Parliament as part of a tribute ride for Brent Norriss, who was killed whilst cycling on State Highway Two near Wellington.

The 65-year-old died after he was hit by a… Video, Audio

Elton John has been advised by doctors to move tomorrow's night scheduled gig to Wednesday.

On Sunday night, Sir Elton managed to pull through half of the concert in Auckland's Mt Smart with walking… Audio

The cruise that turned into a nightmare for 400 Americans might be over but for 3000 passengers remaining on the Diamond Princess cruise ship, their fate is still up in the air.

The US government… Video, Audio

New Zealanders quarantined on the Diamond Princess still don't know if they'll be evacuated home, just two days before they're due to disembark.

Eleven New Zealanders are on board the ship in Japan… Audio

Black Caps newcomer Kyle Jamieson has opened up about his mental health struggles - admitting it hasn't all been rosey in his rise to the New Zealand team.

The 25-year-old seam bowler shone during… Audio

In Wellington a small group of volunteers are trying to save injured birds, many of whom are caught in lost, broken or abandoned fishing equipment. 

Hayden James started Lower Hutt Kereru Rescue two… Video, Audio

Christchurch boy-racers are in the sights of the newly deployed police Eagle helicopter that begins patrolling the city's skies from Monday.

The Bell 429 is on loan from Auckland and will be trialed… Video, Audio

A man giving evidence in the country's first slavery and human trafficking trial, has described being paid twenty dollars a week for working 16-hour days, six days a week.

He is one of 13… Audio

The Prime Minister has not raised any red flags with Winston Peters over his role in alleged covert filming of journalists, saying it is not a matter for her to be involved in.

Photos of journalists… Audio

News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio

Some car enthusiasts will be Holden back the tears after general motors today confirmed production of the classic brand will be coasting to a halt by the end of next year.

About 600 Australian staff… Video, Audio

The Crown has opened its case against a West Auckland man who attacked his mother with a hammer before fleeing the scene and calling the police.

Martin Marinovich is on trial in the High Court at… Audio

The government has announced an $11 million package to help the tourism industry as it faces the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern made the announcement at her… Audio

Sir Elton John has been advised by doctors to move Tuesday night's Auckland concert to Wednesday.

It comes after the pop legend was diagnosed with walking pneumonia, forcing him to pull the plug 16… Video, Audio

The National Party is dangling an election year carrot - tax cuts - but is still holding back all of the details.

In his 'State of the Nation' speech, leader Simon Bridges said New Zealanders were… Audio

The Abortion Legislation Committee has delivered its much anticipated report on the Abortion Legislation Bill.

Among the recommendations the committee wants safeguards to address sex selection… Audio