New ZealandKiwi exiled from Australia, leaving children behind, after stealing 11 bottles of boozeThe man had been warned to stop offending, or he would be deported. He didn't listen. 20 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandShoplifter shoves frozen crayfish down pants, goes back for mud cakeThe 32-year-old had sorted himself a three-course meal. Trouble is, he didn't pay for it.20 Feb 07:00 AM
CrimeA missing tractor, crushed fences and tyre tracks - the clues an alleged killer left behindJasmaine Reihan's burnt body, phone and a knife were later found in the car on the beach.20 Feb 06:00 AM
AucklandPerson seriously injured after altercation on Onehunga MallPolice were called at 3.46pm after reports of an altercation.20 Feb 05:10 AM
New Zealand‘Absolutely terrifying’: Group storms dairy with machete, robs woman of cigarettes, moneyOne of the robbers filmed the offending on his cellphone while another jumped the counter.20 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandMan delivered coward punch to rubbish truck driver, who landed face-first on the roadCalem Jackson crashed into the rubbish truck before launching his attack on the driver. 20 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandOne of NZ's worst sex offenders will be monitored for another 10 yearsLloyd McIntosh has been under monitoring conditions for 20 years and remains a risk.20 Feb 12:53 AM
New Zealand‘Wanted’: Sydney cops seek Matt Utai’s son as shot ex-Kiwis league star fights for lifeFour people charged over Matt Utai shooting and other gang-related incidents.19 Feb 09:40 PM
CrimeThree arrested including 19yo in Christchurch gang-related shooting that injured fourThe shooting left one in critical condition, three others injured. 19 Feb 06:50 PM
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CrimeIdentity finally revealed for female teacher who groomed 11yo studentShe sent the boy nudes, encouraged him to ask her out, and spent the night with him. 19 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDoctor describes mother accused of medical child abuse as 'smart and clever' The mother has been charged with ill-treatment of her child and infecting with disease.19 Feb 07:00 AM
New Zealand'You'll catch a bullet': Man facing violence charges convinces ex-partner to pull statementHowever, the defence say it was a "joint plan" to get the accusations dropped.19 Feb 06:00 AM
New Zealand'I'll bury you': Violent threats as taxi driver tensions explode over airport pick-up laneAmong the threats, Magan Vashisht said he would kick a woman's teeth in. 19 Feb 04:00 AM
CrimeMurder-accused's mother begged police for help as her son's paranoia spiralledAnaru Morunga has been accused of murdering his ex-partner, Jasmaine Reihana.19 Feb 02:00 AM
CrimeHow undercover investigators nailed Jonah Lomu's brother in a drug schemeThe rugby legend's younger brother used his job at FedEx to circumvent Customs inspectors.19 Feb 01:25 AM
CrimePolice charge three men in Dunedin in organised crime and drug supply casePolice say the Willis St raid targeted illegal activity being run through businesses.19 Feb 01:10 AM
CrimeFour injured, manhunt under way after gang shooting at Christchurch homeArmed police have been stationed at cordons set up on sections of Hoani St. 18 Feb 11:04 PM
New Zealand'Cheeky': Man given home detention asked officer to wait 30mins while he drank beer with whānau Neahemea Day then did a runner when police turned up, fleeing through neighbouring yards.18 Feb 07:00 AM
New Zealand'I was taking the mum's word as fact': Doctor gives evidence in medical child abuse trialDespite medical intervention the child failed to thrive. Now the mum is before the court.18 Feb 06:00 AM
AucklandAuckland boatie faces firearms charge after shot allegedly fired at vessel Armed officers boarded the 68-year-old's boat and seized 'an item of interest'. 18 Feb 05:36 AM
CrimeGerman backpacker sobs in Auckland pack rape trial as defence suggests she instigated group sexThe woman acknowledged she had few memories of the New Year's morning incident.18 Feb 05:30 AM
Crime‘He looked evil’: Witness describes man's demeanour on night he allegedly killed ex-partner'He is fried as f***, he’s scratching his head with a big knife', man messaged partner.18 Feb 03:00 AM
AucklandPedestrian suffers serious injuries after hit by truck in South AucklandThe pedestrian was taken to Middlemore Hospital with serious injuries.18 Feb 12:09 AM
AucklandPerson jumped by three men while walking dog in East Auckland park The assault happened near Ti Rakau Park between 8.30pm and 9.15pm on Sunday. 17 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandMother accused of 'medical child abuse'; concerned doctor sparked investigation The mother has denied all charges in the 'complex medical case'.17 Feb 05:01 AM
New ZealandGifts for sex: Arthritic pensioner jailed for sexual abuse of vulnerable teenGeorge Lazaridis befriended the teen, showering him with gifts, cash, food and cigarettes.17 Feb 03:04 AM
Crime'He is fried as f***': Text warning before ex-partner's alleged murderJasmaine Reihana's body was later found in the back seat of a burnt-out car.17 Feb 01:00 AM
AucklandBoatie detained after shot fired at another vessel in Auckland harbourArmed officers boarded the boat and seized 'an item of interest'. 17 Feb 12:46 AM
CrimeTeen arsonist referred to youth aid after $50k damage to West Auckland BMX clubPolice say the fire began in a rubbish bin leaning against the canteen.16 Feb 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandProfessional money launderer to forfeit $3.3 million after covert police inquiryPolice seized four luxury cars, along with more than $1.1m in cash and frozen bank funds.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDrug-driver reached for phone, sneezed before killing three motorcyclists, maiming anotherDriver Garth Thompson told police he heard a bang, sat up and saw 'bikes everywhere'.16 Feb 06:00 AM
CrimeTourist’s New Year turned ‘devastating’ in alleged pack rape trialThe backpacker was lured into a van on K Rd and taken to an industrial area, Crown says. 16 Feb 05:06 AM
New ZealandCan AI show remorse? Judge catches arsonist using AI to pen apology lettersThe judge put Michae Win’s letter through ChatGPT software to test their authenticity. 15 Feb 08:52 PM
