A 53-year-old man was asking for the chance to turn his life around, the judge said.

Charges filed in relation to Northland incident where a police dog was shot.

Three rows of supporters were seated in the public gallery to listen to the appeal.

Stephen Henare used the Trust money to fund his gambling and expensive luxuries.

Police say they do not want to have to arrest people.

Provisional numbers show 353 people died in 301 crashes last year.

Fuel was fast running out as the Eagle helicopter searched for the man.

The region northeast of New Zealand has been struck with two earthquakes today.

Mum grateful for prayers: "They didn't know if he was going to open his eyes."

Anyone with information can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Today the "Herald" launches "The Chase" - a four-day series about police pursuits.

"I totally refute these allegations, it just never happened."

Letter of praise authored by woman who now accuses cop of sexual assault unearthed.

"I felt like if they hadn't come to the house that day I probably would have died."

"We trust the police."