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Inflation may have peaked but cost of living will bite longer, economists say
New Zealand is probably over the worst of its bout of inflation but will have to endure cost of living pain for some time to come, economists say.
Helicopter pilot in near-fatal crash probably mistook sea fog for cloud
Four years after the crew's extraordinary ordeal, the Transport Accident Investigation Commission has delivered the findings of its investigation into the crash.
Food cost hike: 'I'm a solo mum with two kids and I struggle'
Cash-strapped shoppers are giving up on buying fresh fruit, vegetables and meat, while parents struggle to afford healthy food to fill kindergarten and school lunchboxes.
Trial of US officers charged with death of Christchurch-born man to go ahead
The family of a Christchurch-born man shot dead by US police is pleased two officers charged over his killing will face trial after a Colorado judge threw out their bid to have the case dismissed.
Gloriavale women trapped in 'misogynist' community, Employment Court hears
Gloriavale women were entrapped, enslaved and lived in servitude at the "misogynist" Christian community, the Employment Court has heard.
Employment Court hears closing submissions in 'precedent-setting' Gloriavale case
Gloriavale's communal religious society is not a sham and there is no capitalist labour market hidden within the Christian community, the Employment Court has heard.
Gloriavale accused of misleading plaintiffs in employment case
The Christian community appeared with a lawyer for closing submissions, despite previously saying they could no longer afford a legal team.
Surgery delays leave woman surviving on intravenous feeding for a year
The Christchurch woman has put up with intravenous feeding and two ostomy bags for a year and still has no idea when she will be able to have surgery.
Gloriavale employment case: Granddaughter not convinced Hopeful Christian a sex abuser
A granddaughter of Gloriavale founder Hopeful Christian has told a court abuse has never been accepted in the community's culture.
Leader defends Gloriavale founder despite his crimes - 'Hopeful was a tool God used'
Gloriavale founder and convicted sex offender Hopeful Christian was a sinner but was used by God to bring about change, a senior community leader says.
Crown knew details of Hopeful Christian's crimes in mid-90s - lawyer
The Crown had detailed knowledge of Gloriavale founder Hopeful Christian's crimes in the mid-1990s but "dropped the ball" by failing to help the community deal with sexual abuse, the Employment Court…
Teen who fatally stabbed 16-year-old Zion Purukamu jailed
Khanye Eruera Harimate Te Heuheu, who fatally stabbed a 16-year-old boy and seriously injured two others in Christchurch, has been jailed for five years and six months.
Mother and son woodchoppers compete in Waimate championships
Sawdust and shavings carpet the ground in the Windley home woodchopping ring, where mother and son sharpen their skills for a South Island showdown. Audio
Howard Temple: 'Accusations have been made against us about slave labour'
Police are investigating allegations of forced labour, slavery and servitude at the Gloriavale Christian community, the Employment Court has heard.
'I do not want them to leave the community and go to the outside' - Gloriavale leader
Gloriavale's Overseeing Shepherd has rejected assertions the leaders impose their faith in God on the Christian community's children through isolation and ignorance.
Much criticism of Gloriavale valid, leader says
In a rare public appearance, Gloriavale's Overseeing Shepherd Howard Temple admitted leaders had made mistakes and promised to report abuse to police, instead of appealing for repentance and…
Employment Court visits Gloriavale to better understand evidence in case
The Employment Court's chief judge yesterday visited Gloriavale to better understand the evidence presented in a case brought by six former members who claim they were exploited, treated like slaves…
Gloriavale witness talks of 'crushing' treatment and forgiveness
Six former members claim they lived in slave-like conditions on a gruelling rotation of domestic duties.
Gloriavale 'can't afford' to lose Employment Court battle, member says
A Gloriavale mother says the Christian community cannot afford to pay everyone wages and employment relationships would destroy their way of life.
Gloriavale: Details of crimes committed by founder made public for first time
The founder of Gloriavale was jailed for cruel and bizarre sexual offending under the guise of education or preparation for marriage, court documents show.
Former Gloriavale principal says leaders do not rule like tyrants
Former Gloriavale Christian School principal Faithful Pilgrim also says Gloriavale members can't necessarily exercise right to freedom of religion.
Gloriavale leavers 'twisted details' about the commune, member tells court
David Stedfast told an Employment Court hearing members had freedom of choice and denied portraying an idealistic, utopian view of Gloriavale.
Gloriavale had no intention of denying people legal rights, member says
Employment relationships at Gloriavale would be in direct conflict with the Christian community's religious beliefs, a founding member says.
'The concept that Gloriavale is running some kind of child labour force is ridiculous'
A Gloriavale mother-of-seven has denied working under the whip of its leaders and accused former members of making misleading and exaggerated claims about life at the West Coast commune.
Chief judge set to visit Gloriavale as employment court case resumes
Former Gloriavale Christian School principal Faithful Pilgrim is expected to give evidence in the next phase of an Employment Court case resuming today.