Crime
'Absolute shambles': Victim advocate calls for Coster to front up
"Andy Coster has got a lot to answer for ... It's only Andy Coster that can actually tell us why he did what he did," Louise Nicholas says. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 12 November 2025
The Police Commissioner has described an investigation into complaints against former Deputy Commissioner, Jevon McSkimming, as a cover-up. An IPCA report, released last night, has found serious… Audio
Police Minister Mark Mitchell responds to IPCA report
The government is set to appoint an Inspector General of Police - after a damning report into the force's handling of the Jevon McSkimming case. Police Minister Mark Mitchell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Victims advocate Claire Buckley responds to IPCA report
The Police Commissioner has described an investigation into complaints against former Deputy Commissioner, Jevon McSkimming, as a cover-up. An IPCA report, released last night, has found serious… Audio
"Disgraceful": Police Commissioner on McSkmming complaints handling
A former Police Commissioner has been placed on leave after a damning report found serious misconduct at the highest levels of police. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Day of Reflection marks year since PM’s abuse apology
A National Day of Reflection will be held today to mark one year since the Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon, apologised in the house to all survivors and victims of abuse in state and faith-based… Audio
IPCA report about former disgraced cop Jevon McSkimming
The IPCA yesterday delivered its report into the police's handling of complaints against former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming - Public Service Minister Judith Collins and Police Commissioner… Audio
Hawke's Bay director jailed 14 years for exploiting, raping workers
The director of a labour supply company for the horticultural industry, raped two vulnerable foreign workers after manipulating and "trapping" one of them, and drugging the other.
Police 'failed' woman who accused McSkimming of sexual offending, lawyer says
The allegations arose from an affair between McSkimming and the woman who at the time was a junior non-sworn police employee.
Serious misconduct found in response to McSkimming allegations
A scathing report by the police watchdog has found serious misconduct at the highest levels of police including former Commissioner Andrew Coster over how police responded to accusations of sexual… Audio
Man lied about mate's death after shooting him on hunting trip
A man who shot his friend during a night time hunting trip had earlier smoked cannabis and told police the victim had shot himself.
Prisoner has been on run for four days since slipping hospital escort
Police are still seaching for the inmate.
Safety First: The reality of running a shop in South Auckland
An article by RNZ journalist Gaurav Sharma takes readers behind the scenes of the Indian business community in the Auckland suburb of Papatoetoe and reveals the lengths many shop owners are going to… Audio
School kitchen worker charged after alleged sex offending involving a student
The 24-year-old man has been charged with sexual connection with a young person.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 11 November 2025
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report; Christopher Luxon isn't ruling out sales of government assets - an issue one of his coalition partners is vehemently against; The Prime… Audio
The Port of Auckland's role in fight against methamphetamine
The government has announced a plan to tackle meth harm. Audio
Killer, prison escapee Phillip John Smith dabbling in cryptocurrency behind bars
The 51-year-old used forbidden cellphones to educate himself on trading and investing in cryptocurrencies.
Port of Auckland’s role in fight against methamphetamine
The Port of Auckland is working with customs and Maritime New Zealand to crack down on methamphetamine from crossing the border. Port of Auckland CEO Roger Gray spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Two arrested after shopping centre break-in
Police found multiple stores within the mall showing signs of forced entry.
Former ACT Party president pleads not guilty to indecent assault
Tim Jago was charged last month relating to an allegation from 1995.
