Gang funerals: 'Totally unacceptable' for police to set up checkpoint outside cemetery, kuia says
A kuia confronted police monitoring a Mongrel Mob tangi in Bay of Plenty.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromPolice
Tauranga gang funerals: Police make 14 arrests and seize guns, vehicles
At one point, police were confronted by a kuia who criticised them for parking too close.
Spike in Aongatete burglaries
Katikati police report on burglary spike and scammers.
Plea for information after fatal BoP crash
Police are appealing for information following a fatal crash.
Gang member walks into police station wearing Mongrel Mob cap
Police enforce the Gang Act, arresting members for displaying insignia and other offences.
Investigation ongoing into burglary that left resident seriously injured, dog dead
Three men arrested after an aggravated burglary that injured man, killed dog.
Rotorua teen prostitution ring: Five men admit being customers
Details have been revealed about five men caught up in an underage prostitution ring.
Woman allegedly four times over booze limit caught speeding at school pick-up time
The 42-year-old was clocked driving 30km over the speed limit, police say.
'Stay calm': Lifetime gang member reacts after man faces prosecution under new law
Gang patches can no longer be worn in public.
Hammer, wrench thrown as caravan thieves take police on 'reckless' Coromandel chase
A hammer was thrown at police during pursuit and a wrench hit two members of the public.
Join the Pāpāmoa food drive: Help families in need this Christmas
'All donations will support Pāpāmoa families,' says co-ordinator Bruce Banks.
Driver arrested with 1370mcg breath alcohol after erratic driving
Auckland man arrested for driving with 1370mcg of alcohol; court appearance next week.
Kiwi teacher accused of sexually assaulting six students is fighting extradition from UK
Allegations - raised after former student’s suicide - relate to a former Murupara teacher.
Ōpōtiki gang raids: Labour’s Peeni Henare says inquiry needed
'This is an important matter.'
'Violated': Kuia claims she was strip-searched in Ōpōtiki police gang raids, children ‘traumatised’
Kaumatua and tamariki traumatised by Opotiki police raids.
Staffer assaulted at hot springs near Whakatāne
One person has been taken into custody after an assault.
'Serious injuries': Bus rolls south of Rotorua
Emergency services are attending a serious crash south of Rotorua.
'We are the mana of this land': Iwi slam police over Mob bust, threaten to block future raids
Iwi leader decries the impact on children from police crackdown in Ōpōtiki.
'Highly probable' 16-year-old's wrist broke during unlawful arrest, IPCA finds
Police arrested teen for breaching alcohol ban after he refused to give his details.
Te Puke police station welcomes four new constables
New constables in Te Puke bring diverse skills.
Watch: 'Pricks' – Mike King posts expletive-laden rant after bike stolen during cycling tour
King has posted an image of the alleged thief online.
Time for the Ōpōtiki community to claim back their town - Mark Mitchell
The Police Minister fully backs gang crackdown.
Te Pāti Māori claims police operation targeting Mongrel Mob was ‘terrorism’ with ‘racist agenda’
Mitchell said the police were 'extremely sensitive and careful'.
Roadworks reminder: Drive safely or face automatic licence suspension
Labour Weekend tips: Plan ahead, take breaks, and check your vehicle before travelling.
Police send Mongrel Mob a clear message
Investigation stopped a marae drive-by shooting in Ōpōtiki.
Major police probe prevents tangi shooting and attempted murder of rival gang member
Police seized illegal drugs and firearms and restrained assets worth $800k.
House fire connected to gang-related shooting, police say
One person was taken to hospital with critical injuries.
'They’re very lucky': Chopper helps with search for kayakers
A co-ordinated response effort resulted in three kayakers being rescued off Whangamatā.
The meth lab, the gang taxing and a murder charge
Five years after a meth lab was found in bush, the chaotic fallout can be revealed.
'Our Chief': Tribesmen gang member dies in Waikato Expressway crash
A witness said the man's motorbike slid out and he went headfirst into the middle barrier.
Burglary and graffiti linked to Te Puke man’s arrest
Te Puke man, 35, arrested for burglary, shoplifting and assault; more charges possible.
Woman charged with murder after man found dead in Tauranga
The man's body was found on a walkway near George St about 8.45am.
Homicide investigation under way in Tauranga after body found in Gate Pā
The man's body was found on a walkway near George Street around 8.45am.
Why a gravel road where a tourist died is under the spotlight
A coroner has released findings after a tourist drove off a gravel road and died.