The allegations arose from a sexual relationship between McSkimming, then aged 40, and a 21-year-old complainant.
New Zealand
5:58pm
11:56
The Police Commissioner and Public Service Minister were also expected to speak following the release of the Independent Police Conduct Authority inquiry.
5:50pm
An investigation was launched after a victim came forward to the government agency with concerns about migrant exploitation.
5:08pm
Transport Minister Chris Bishop said drug-impaired drivers "are a menace on New Zealand roads".
1:05pm
Independent watchdog finds officer used "appropriate command and control" after an offender threatened motorists and tried to hijack vehicles at gunpoint.
12:53pm
Police search remains ongoing for the remand prisoner who got away from an escort on Friday.
12:06pm
1:29
She said the changes to New Zealand's gun laws were aimed at being "fairer, fit for purpose, and improve the safety of New Zealanders".
11:58am
3:09
Graham Russell Smith, 77, was reported missing while walking in the area of Rangituhi/Colonial Knob near Porirua.
9:16am
A woman was found with what appeared to be a severe gunshot wound in Christchurch last night, with police now hunting for the suspect who fled the scene.
9:09am
The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including Trump threatens to sue the BBC, drones used to find hotspots in Tongariro National Park, and a surprise show after a cancelled concert.
8:30am
Meanwhile, some tourism businesses in the park were feeling "apprehensive" about the closure of one of the main tourist attractions going into the peak summer period.
7:58am
3:53
After staying ahead of The Supernerd, the team of four took home $43,000 – becoming the first on the New Zealand show to do so.
Entertainment
6:00am
More than 200 infringements were issued after a "minority" of fan celebrations turned disorderly across Auckland.
Monday 6:19pm
0:49
Providing false or misleading information as part of driver licence application is an offence under the Land Transport Act 1998, punishable by an infringement fine of up to $750.
Monday 5:28pm
The Prime Minister spoke to media shortly after his weekly Cabinet meeting.
Monday 3:53pm
Offenders can face fines of up to $400 under the Litter Act, and in serious cases, prosecution with penalties reaching $30,000.
Monday 3:30pm
After Ria Hall spoke out on the abuse she suffered from her ex-partner, advocates have called for action.
Monday 3:12pm
Greyhound Racing NZ chief executive officer Edward Rennell said there was no point pursuing the review through the courts.
Monday 2:02pm
2:57
Despite dramatic weight loss and worsening symptoms, the woman was never referred to specialist care.
Monday 2:01pm
The fire was estimated to have burnt about 2800 hectares and was 20% contained, FENZ said.
Monday 1:49pm
6:58
Fire and Emergency New Zealand Incident Controller Nigel Dravitzki was speaking from the scene of the 2500ha fire in National Park Village/Waimarino.
Monday 1:28pm
"I reject this decision in the strongest possible terms," Tākuta Ferris said.
Monday 1:08pm
7:10
As La Niña sets in, the forecast is for warm and damp conditions in the north and a hot, dry summer in the south - perfect for flies and mosquitoes to thrive.
Monday 12:02pm
4:35
The bank said its profit was up 21% over the same period last year.
Monday 11:48am
2:10
The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including firefighters back at the Tongariro blaze, BBC execs quit over Trump speech, and the link between grey hair and cancer.
Monday 9:31am
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