Cyclone Tam: Kiwis react to torn off roofs, downed trees, smashed coastline

Dr. Patrick Kelly, a paediatrician who treated 5-year-old Malachi Subecz, testified that police and Oranga Tamariki often dismissed child abuse evidence without consulting health professionals, leading to tragic outcomes. During a coronial inquest, he highlighted that Malachi's severe injuries contradicted claims made by his caregiver, Michaela Barriball, regarding an accidental fall. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A doctor said that when kids were hurt, the police and social workers didn't always listen to...

A man named Leon Saufoi, who assaulted an Uber driver and damaged vehicles after being refused transport, has been allowed to continue working as a security guard despite police objections. Convicted of assault with intent to injure and willful damage, he was sentenced to community detention, but Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority head Trish McConnell believes he deserves another chance. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A man hurt an Uber driver because he...

A suspect initially claimed ignorance about the murder of Hori Gage, who was killed in front of his partner and children, but changed his story after police played distressing audio of the incident during an interview. This testimony was presented in the High Court at Palmerston North, where two associates of Black Power are on trial for Gage's murder on August 6, 2023. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A man who said he...

Nineteen members of the Whanganui chapter of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club, including key leaders, face 72 charges following a major police operation. The charges involve supplying methamphetamine, importing cocaine, and money laundering, marking a significant impact on the gang's influence in the area. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Nineteen members of a motorcycle club in Whanganui got in trouble with the police for doing bad things like selling drugs and money problems....

Liam Lawson is increasingly likely to retain his Formula One seat with Racing Bulls for the 2026 season, as he is viewed as a leader capable of mentoring junior drivers. Red Bull is finalizing driver pairings, and retaining Lawson is seen as a strategic move to ensure experienced representation within their junior ranks. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Liam Lawson is likely to stay in Formula One for 2026 because he is a...

A man in his mid-80s was hospitalized in moderate condition after being trapped in his campervan that was overturned by strong winds at Tauranga Bay Holiday Park in Northland. Emergency services responded to the incident around 9:15 am, where another campervan was also reported destroyed after being flipped onto its roof and blown approximately 50 meters into a tree. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A man in his 80s was hurt when strong...