Crime
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 31 July 2025
In today's episode, New Zealand remains under a tsunami advisory on Thursday morning, with strong and unusual currents possible, and people warned to stay away from coastlines; An earthquake expert… Audio
Retailers will be 'devastated' by thefts not investigated
Between March and May, retailers reported almost 5500 incidents but because the value was below $500, they were never followed up. Audio
Vehicles stolen after NZTA breaches privacy of 1000 owners
The agency said the breach was suspected to have resulted in at least 13 vehicles being targeted for theft. Audio
Former Gloriavale member on leader pleading guilty
Overseeing Shepherd, Howard Temple pleaded guilty to 12 charges on Wednesday, including five of indecent assault. Former Gloriavale member John Ready spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Almost 5500 complaints of shoplifting weren't investigated
Almost 5500 complaints of shoplifting weren't investigated while a controversial police directive was in place earlier this year. Police executive director of service victims and resolutions. Rachael… Audio
More than 5000 shoplifting complaints not investigated
Controversial police directive told staff they would no longer be investigating allegations of retail crime below certain financial thresholds.
Thousands of shoplifting cases not investigated by police
It's been revealed thousands of shoplifting cases were not investigated by police after officers were directed to file away cases under certain financial thresholds. The directive was reversed after… Audio
Man arrested after threatening striking nurses
A man was taken into custody for disorderly behaviour, police said.
NZ authorities investigating over 40 trafficking offences
The associate immigration minister says people were becoming desensitised to exploitation, trafficking and slavery.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 30th July 2025
In today's episode, thousands of people have been at picket lines and marches around Aotearoa as the nurses' strike pushes into its fourth hour; The 85-year-old leader of the remote West Coast… Audio
Man refused bail over armed robbery of pub in Northland
The defendant faces eight charges, including aggravated robbery and wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
Rugby fan dies after being punched in head outside club
Daniel Nganeko was hit in what police say was an unprovoked attack.
Secret recording leads to man's arrest for historical abuse
During the conversation, Graham Fox admitted he had "fiddled around with" the victim in the early 90s.
Child sex abuse victims lured to destinations where multiple men are waiting
A new report is calling for urgent cross-sector investment in prevention, response and visibility. Audio
Child sexual abuse in NZ not addressed properly: Report
A new report shows child sexual abuse happening here in New Zealand, is not being adressed properly. ECPAT National Director Eleanor Parkes spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Investigations underway after baby dies of overdose
Days after RNZ revealed a baby died after it was given medication at an adult dose by a pharmacy, those in the profession say they are under immense pressure and there's a danger of further terrible… Audio
'Someone's going to get killed': Dirt bike rider leaves woman seriously injured
The kindergarten teacher said it was not until after her accident that she realised how big of an issue dirt bikes were. Audio
Four dead in NY shooting, including police officer shot in back
The shooter exchanged fire with an officer in a skyscraper lobby.
Trial of Gloriavale leader enters second day
The trial of the leader of reclusive Christian sect Gloriavale enters its second day at Greymouth District Court on Tuesday. Reporter Keiller MacDuff spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Drawing a line between threat and oppression
Rights groups are concerned a government spotlight on terror laws will see protest, freedom of speech and advocacy endangered.
