PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Arson is the easiest thing in the world', woman accused of fatal house fire tells undercover copEvidence shows the fire started from a pot of hot oil left on an element.20 Nov 04:06 AM
New Zealand'It will be on fire': Fight between mother and son ended in family home burning downFamily lost nearly all of their belongings and didn't have contents insurance.20 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandKowhai Park fire considered suspiciousHours after the initial fire was put out, a second fire ignited further up the riverbank.11 Oct 02:24 AM
CrimeMeth debt drove addict's $116k burglary, arsonOffender "genuinely apologetic" and needs "top-quality help", says lawyer.06 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandFamily of man killed in home invasion weep as trio sentencedThe victim was the 'heart of the family' who are left broken by his death.26 Sep 12:58 AM
CrimeMurder defendant's lawyers says their client's ex-bestie - not him - stomped, stabbed victimTwo friends from childhood, co-accused of murder, blame each other.25 Sep 12:53 AM
New ZealandThe instigators, the negotiator and the followers: All but one Waikeria prison rioter now jailedOne rioter was in care at 11, expelled at 12, drinking at 13 and committing crime at 14.22 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandHastings blaze: Woman charged with arson over Flaxmere house fireAn arrest has been made following the fire.12 Sep 02:25 AM
New ZealandAuckland homicide: Crown claims pair burned house to destroy evidenceThe popular former soldier was killed by two men he knew, the Crown says.11 Sep 05:19 AM
CrimeGang warfare: Killer Beez member had illegal shotgun as police investigated 21 shootings, 9 arsonsPolice say 21 shootings and nine arsons occurred during a dispute with the Tribesmen.08 Sep 12:04 AM
Crime'There was intent': Man lay in wait to set fire to garageHe was seeking vengeance for his friend embroiled in a custody dispute.31 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandHome of convicted Northland farmer Allan Titford destroyed in arson attackKaikohe arson: Home belonged to jailed farmer Allan Titford.21 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandAshhurst plagued by arson attacksPolice are asking the public for information after four fires in as many days.28 Jul 12:21 AM
New ZealandCountdown fire: Police suspect arson in toilet paper aisle blazeVideo shows flames taking hold in toilet paper aisle as staff try to extinguish the fire.28 Jul 12:01 AM
New ZealandCouncil considered evacuating Loafers Lodge due to safety concerns before fatal fireWellington City Council considered issuing a dangerous building notice in 2018.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Racist eggings' escalate to arson attack on refugeesA Syrian family has faced eggings and abuse since they moved into their home at Mosgiel.06 Jul 12:17 AM
New Zealand'Extremely frustrating': Former deputy mayor hits out at vandals, thievesThe damage will cost $10,000 to Mountain Bike Rotorua.03 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge murder accused to keep name suppression for at least two monthsThe man was excused from appearing at his court hearing today.22 Jun 10:36 PM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge fire tragedy: 'We are all responsible'Hundreds gathered in Wellington's Cathedral of St Paul to remember the victims.15 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge survivor's haunting choiceFaamatala Sili jumped out of his window and fell two storeys to escape the fire.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBuilding fire at Wellington’s Shelly Bay suspicious, police revealPolice said the building was unoccupied and the power was not connected.07 Jun 11:16 PM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge fire: Man in court on five murder chargesThe man accused of killing five people in the Loafers Lodge fire last month has appeared.05 Jun 10:48 PM
New ZealandFourth and fifth victims of deadly Loafers Lodge fire named: ‘We will really miss you’A 48-year-old man has been charged with two counts of arson in relation to the fire.25 May 05:53 AM
New Zealand'Ludicrous and unsafe': Gym owner says cops could have stopped arsonistKaikohe gym badly damaged in a suspected arson attack24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWellington lawyers mourn 'kind' hostel fire victimLawyers remember Melvin Parun as an 'eccentric' and 'kind' man.24 May 01:30 AM
New ZealandWhy do people commit arson? Expert answersNot every arsonist wants to hurt people, university researcher Dr Nichola Tyler says.23 May 01:53 AM
New ZealandPolice to remain at scene of fatal Loafers Lodge fire for most of the weekAbout 38 people displaced by the fire are receiving emergency housing support.22 May 05:15 AM
New Zealand'Wild': Man tells of his rescue from roof of Loafers Lodge fire'I shut my eyes for a minute and I'm back in that place.'22 May 01:50 AM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge fire: Previous tenants had been vandalising property, resident saysThe night of the fire the front door was broken, a resident said.21 May 11:51 PM
WorldParty hire boss's desire to dominate industryThe owner of a party hire business has been jailed after hiring arsonists to target rivals21 May 04:13 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Police update on Wellington hostel fireInspector Dion Bennett, Acting Wellington District Commander, says police are expecting to recover the first bodies from the Loafers Lodge fire today. Video / George HeardWatch17 May 10:53 PM
New ZealandPolice expect to recover bodies from Loafers Lodge todayPolice will be back inside the building today for the scene examination.17 May 09:08 PM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge fire homicide inquiry: Police work through list of suspectsAt least six bodies have been found, and there are fewer than 20 people unaccounted for.17 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeorgina CampbellWellington fire: We shouldn’t wait for tragedy to address known risksRules around sprinklers aren’t the only area of our building legislation to worry about.17 May 06:55 AM
