Justice Jonathan Eaton said gang loyalty, not addiction, drove his offending.
Robert Brand hopes to raise $80m for West Coast sand mine, including taxpayer-backed debt.
The 69-year-old has appeared in court in Northern Ireland.
The TranzAlpine crosses the South Island from Christchurch to Greymouth.
Halfback Dylan Pledger has been ruled out for 12 months after suffering a training injury.
Multiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.
The Powerball jackpot now climbs to $10m, with Strike Four increasing to $1m.
A Hamilton couple won $1m last week after a sudden cancer diagnosis.
Hastings is forecast to reach 38C tomorrow, with Napier close behind on 36C.
Jane Thomson was 57 when she successfully climbed Aoraki/Mt Cook in 1916.
Four of the five warmest years have occurred since 2021 as the climate heats.
Police say the driver became suspicious of a man he gave a lift to and rang officers.
What to expect over the coming days as temperatures soar in north and east.
Connor Purvis, 20, set out to tramp alone about December 30 and did not return.
The dogs, Nala and Jock, were found safe after two days missing.
Connor Purvis, 20, planned to summit Mt Huxley around December 30.
From quiet ski fields to relaxing hot springs, this spot has it all.
'It’s one of the best places in the world to see the stars.'
There are fears the bike's owner may be overdue from a trip.
The 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.
The country's busiest commercial builder secured $1.2 billion of work last year.
Which school can claim to be the country’s biggest sporting powerhouse?
Up to 18,000 Rhythm and Vines campers face heavy rain and gales.
A severe thunderstorm watch is in place for the lower South Island this afternoon.
Heavy rain and strong wind watches are in force for several South Island ranges.
