Ben Kepes: A bit of Forrest Gump common sense wouldn't go astray
The estimated social cost from illicit drug use is $1.8 billion, writes Ben Kepes.
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Niece of mosque attack victim hopes to travel from UK for gunman's sentencing
Niece says attending the sentencing will be an important part of the grieving process.
'Abusive': Prolific conman, sex offender refused parole, but will be released from prison
A prolific conman has been refused parole - but will be released from prison anyway.
Mosque killer's sentencing date revealed, could last three days
Judge confirms date despite ongoing Covid-19 border uncertainty.
Choosing childcare: The price war in the suburbs
New daycare centres are touting for a shrinking number of children.
Chris Lynch: Home care service cuts - our elderly deserve better
COMMENT: "No one in the community should have their home care services cut."
'If it doesn't go right… splat': Inside fast-roping, aka shimmying out of a helicopter, harness-free
Herald senior journalist Kurt Bayer went along for the ride.
Double-tragedy: Teen driver back in court
Tayla Alexander, 17, and her sister Sunmara, 16, died in the November crash.
Mosque shooter interview should not be public, attack witness says
The Royal Commission into the attacks has revealed it has interviewed the gunman.
Deputy Police Commissioner Mike Clement retires, recalls 42 years on the front line
Deputy Commissioner Mike Clement looks back on his 42 year career and his biggest moments
Couple killed in crash were married more than 60 years, now 'never apart'
Police said inquiries are still ongoing to determine circumstances of crash.
Colin Craig v John Stringer defamation bout back on
John Stringer says it is 'highly likely' Rachel MacGregor will be used as a witness.
Bullet holes in the garage door: Woman living next to 'gang-pad' fears for her baby
Woman has been waiting for transfer for over a year despite safety risk.
Supreme Court to consider importance of mana in Peter Ellis case
The bizarre case includes claims of satanic rituals and torture against children.
Boy, 14, charged over crash after abandoned police pursuit
A 14-year-old appeared in the Youth Court today.
Child-killer still a risk after 34 years in jail
Peter Joseph Holdem murdered a 6-year-old girl 34 years ago - and would kill again.
Up and Running: Campaign offering small businesses free billboard ads 'overwhelming' success
Praise for free advertising scheme for small businesses affected by lockdown.
Botched repairs still turning up in Christchurch
Inspections are continuing to uncover hundreds of homes with undeclared damage.
Driving conviction quashed after 13 lawyers didn't answer the phone
None of the 13 lawyers called answered.
Injured teen sneaked out in middle of night
A car with eight occupants crashed 30km away after police abandoned pursuit.
Canterbury crash: Eight people in car, seven injured, teen fights for life
The crash came after police abandoned a pursuit.
Let the light in: Winter solstice sets us on path to brighter days
It's our shortest day - so how much extra daylight can we expect tomorrow?
7.4 quake felt widely across NZ: 'What the devil's that?', 'Our house was jolted'
7.4 magnitude earthquake off Gisborne's coast felt in Wellington.
Weather: Heavy rainfall and snow in the south
A number of heavy rain watches are in place around the country.
$409 school holiday flight vs $79 after the holidays
Expensive school holiday airfares deter families from far flung New Zealand destinations.
'A catalogue of cock-ups': National calls for transparency
Michael Woodhouse has defended going public with his explosive revelations.
'Leopards never change their spots' - serial rapist refused parole
A violent recidivist rapist has been refused parole - victim says he will never change
Covid 19: Supermarket cougher gets 16 months' jail
Raymond Coombs filmed himself coughing on shoppers during lockdown.
Mosque terrorist 'should never been granted gun licence'
Sorrces say he was unable to supply proper referees.
Wrong-way crash: Grieving mum's bid to get home for son's funeral
Jordan Gow was killed by a wrong-way driver on Christchurch's State Highway 1 on Sunday.
Second man killed in Christchurch crash named
Tane Anderson was an apprentice electrician and former St Bede's student.
'Devastating': Tributes pour in for musician killed in wrong-way crash
Jordan Gow reportedly died when a wrong-way driver smashed into his vehicle.