New Zealand national news stories for south on Thursday 08/02/2007

South Island police officer on suspension after rape charge
Radio New Zealand
Wed Feb 7 08:28:05 2007
New Zealand police have confirmed a South Island police officer has been suspended from duties after being charged with the rape of a minor.

Christchurch helipad faces re-evaluation
Radio New Zealand
Wed Feb 7 08:28:03 2007
The Canterbury District Health Board says an increase in helicopter traffic bringing patients to Christchurch Hospital has prompted a re-evaluation of the local helipad's safety. A South Island rescue helicopter ...

Rescue Pilot Complains About Christchurch Helipad
Newswire
Wed Feb 7 04:31:44 2007
A South Island rescue helicopter pilot says the Christchurch helipad is causing unacceptable double-handling and delays for critical patients.

Police Officer Facing Rape Charge
Newswire
Wed Feb 7 01:52:11 2007
Police have confirmed a South Island police officer has been suspended from duties after being charged with the rape of a minor.

Senior policeman charged with raping teenager
TV3
Wed Feb 7 00:21:47 2007
A senior South Island policeman has been suspended after he was charged with raping a teenage girl.

Police officer charged with teen rape
TVNZ
Tue Feb 6 12:00:00 2007
A South Island police officer, who has been in the police force for 14 years, has been charged with raping a teenage girl