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Midday Report Essentials for Friday 20 September 2024
On today's episode, the head of Transporting New Zealand says the unreliability of Cook Strait ferries is placing stress and strain on the country's supply chain, the NZDF is warning civilian staff… Audio
Forensic science at the fore in the Polkinghorne trial, but it's only a 'tool'
In crime dramas, forensic science is the hero. In real life, we need context
The language of forensic science
In crime dramas, forensic science is the hero. In real life, we need context. Audio
'It was like slow motion': Brother recalls fatal crowbar strike during Mongrel Mob brawl
The moment his brother was allegedly fatally struck by a Mongrel Mob gang member in a brawl, Thomas Te Kani wished it was him instead.
Two women sentenced to life imprisonment for murder of Rau Tongia
Two women convicted of the murder of Karori man Rau Tongia have been sentenced to life imprisonment.
Polkinghorne murder trial: No verdict tonight with jury to return on Monday
The jury in the murder trial of former Auckland eye surgeon says they will not reach a verdict tonight, after hours of deliberation.
What's happened so far as Polkinghorne jury begins deliberations
As the jury begins to consider the evidence, here's a recap of how this case unfolded.
Jury to deliberate in Philip Polkinghorne trial
The jury in the murder trial of Philip Polkinghorne will today review audio evidence and reference thousands of pages of transcripts of witness testimonies. Lucy Xia reports. Audio
Polkinghorne trial jury asks to hear recordings again
The jury will listen again to a secret recording of Pauline Hanna, and to Philip Polkinghorne's call to emergency services.
Philip Polkinghorne murder trial: Jury to begin deliberations Thursday
The jury has been sent home for the day and will consider their verdict tomorrow.
'Person of interest' in death of Baby Ru sentenced to 18 months' jail
A "person of interest" in the investigation of the death of Hutt toddler Baby Ru has been sentenced to 18 months' jail on unrelated charges.
Supreme Court dismisses appeal over earthquake-ruined building
BNZ bank sued Wellington City Council for more than $100 million in 2019 over the Harbour Quays building, demolished after the 2016 Kaikōura quake.
Philip Polkinghorne wrongly branded as villain, defence tells court
Philip Polkinghorne's lawyer urged jurors not to let moral judgments cloud their vision.
What court documents say about the apparent second attempt on Trump's life
Ryan Routh made a brief federal court appearance in Florida where he faced two gun charges that will allow authorities to keep him in custody as the investigation continues.
Polkinghorne's defence say trial 'prosecuted by emotion' where 'victim is logic'
The defence of an Auckland eye surgeon accused of murder has urged the jury to do away with notions of murder mystery and phantom killers, and focus on the facts.
Jehovah's Witnesses' final attempt to escape the Abuse in Care inquiry dismissed by the Supreme Court
RNZ senior in-depth investigative reporter Anusha Bradley, joins Emile Donovan to discuss the case. Audio
Muchirahondo rape trial: Judge begins summing up case
The jury in the trial of John Muchirahondo has been told it needs to decide if the man abused vulnerable women, or the complainants are mistaken or making false accusations.
Judgment Day: Jehovah's Witnesses' final appeal for exemption dismissed
A Supreme Court decision brings an end to years of wrangling behind the scenes and in court to avoid inclusion in the recently-concluded Royal Commission of Inquiry.
Inquest into fatal police shooting of Shargin Stephens to resume
The 35-year-old was shot in 2016 after attacking an empty patrol car with a garden slasher.
Polkinghorne trial drawing to a close
The Philip Polkinghorn murder trial is drawing to a close. The last witness has given evidence and today the Crown will present its closing arguments. RNZ reporter Finn Blackwell spoke to Ingrid… Audio
