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Chalise Tei Barton-Barbarich allegedly killed a woman during a brawl.
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The Vietnamese man ended up in a cannabis growing op that used $300 of stolen power a day.
Police call for new information to solve violent home-invasion killing
Brett Fraser, 51, died from blunt force trauma to the head during the attack in Kelston.
‘Unimaginable grief’: Heartfelt tribute for mum shot dead in park
Onerahi community on edge after broad daylight shooting in park.
‘Monster’: Sex offending youth worker escapes jail claiming church job in Melbourne
The Uniting Church says they have no record of offering Fale McCarthy a job.
Ex-Catholic teacher’s 40th sex abuse conviction emerges as another victim steps forward
The former Marist Brother has already been sentenced three times for preying on children.
‘Like a wild animal’: Lawyers in heated spat over a sandwich and a courthouse meeting room
Both sides have been reminded to treat colleagues with respect and courtesy.
‘F*** this’: Frustrated mum removed baby's oxygen, tried to leave ED after delays
Now the Waikato woman has ended up in court for the way she handled the situation.
Two young people in custody after police spike fleeing vehicle
The vehicle was stopped in Auckland's Sandringham after being tracked by the Eagle helicopter. Video / NZ Herald
Police investigate armed robbery at North Shore bar
Investigations are underway following an armed robbery at The Rudder on Hauraki bar on Auckland's North Shore, where offenders fled on Lime scooters. Video / NZ Herald
He shoved his partner. He realised he needed help. His next steps changed his life.
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‘We’ve got a big problem': Meth use in NZ spikes to record high
Consumption doubled in the second half of 2024, according to wastewater testing.
Woolworths arsonist was trying to cause a distraction so she could steal groceries
The grocery store blaze was started in the loo paper aisle and filmed by a TikTok user.
Security guard beat his partner in public after late-night row in Wellington
Members of the public provided evidence that helped secure a conviction.
'A wolf in sheep’s clothing:' How one woman's $500k theft destroyed a family business
'Because of you, the company [had] to shut down with the loss of all jobs.'
Trio suffer stab wounds, man charged, after incident in Takanini
Police are investigating after three people were stabbed on Kutukutu Street in Takanini last night. Video / NZ Herald
‘Scared out of his mind’: How mercy dash yachtie tried to save Peter Beckett’s life
Englishman rushed to help ex-Napier councillor after his own near-death in Guatemala.
'Plainly predatory': Man sexually exploited woman with dementia he met at the dairy
'You took advantage of a vulnerable person, our mum who could not defend herself'.
'Agonising pain': Murder victim's family describe their loss as killer is jailed
Bob Kleiman’s body was found in a Whangārei home in 2022. Now his killer has been jailed.
'Left in the dark': Waikato college parents blast school over threat closure
'These kids were really scared.'
'She deserved better': Ariki Rigby was murdered for wearing Mongrel Mob T-shirt
Family say they will make a 'whole lot of noise' at sentencing of murderer Jimmy Heremaia.
Man denies murdering Nelson police officer Lyn Fleming
In court this morning, man admits driving charges.
Hauraki Plains College receives second threat, school closed today
The first threat came yesterday morning. Last night, there was another one.
Editorial: Lack of employer support for new citizens' arrest law should give Govt pause for thought
OPINION: Some of the Government's biggest business allies see problems with the new bill.
‘Thuds’ from man's punches as he attacked ex-partner heard by golfer 50m away
A man was playing golf when he heard screaming; he looked up and saw a woman being beaten.
Murdered girl’s mother has died but her fight with killer over his $15k compo continues
Sam Te Hei was one of two men who murdered Colleen Burrows in 1987.
‘I saw a stab wound’: Teen bystander tried to stop fatal Dunedin bus hub fight
The teenage witness held his hoodie to the other boy's stab wound.
Threat made to Hauraki Plains College, young person questioned by police
Police say there’s no ongoing concern, and they’re not seeking anyone else.
Paul Goldsmith speaks to media about a new citizens' arrest initiative
Minister for Justice Paul Goldsmith spoke to media about a new initiative that plans to ease laws around citizens’ arrests. Video / Dean Purcell
Galway St cordoned off after large brawl
Detectives are at the scene following a large fight among a group of men on Galway St in Auckland CBD, which resulted in one male suffering serious injuries.
Downtown Auckland brawl leaves man seriously injured, police investigating
CCTV footage is being reviewed to identify those involved.
Wife killer reveals why he abandoned 3yo daughter 'Pumpkin' overseas
Nai Yin Xue's daughter was dubbed 'Pumpkin' after being found in Pumpkin Patch clothing.
Foot fascination teacher says his 'soul was broken' when he stroked girls' feet
Matthew Sue claimed one girl was walking funny and he wanted to check her feet were okay.