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Hamilton police launch homicide investigation

An investigation is underway after a man believed to be in his late 50s or early 60s was found dead in Hamilton this morning.

Woman denied parole over brutal home invasion murder

Prisoner's magazine fight

Infamous murderer finds love

Abusive father loses appeal

Adoption dream became nightmare for 'Spiderman'

Drink-drive officer had won distinctions

A decorated policeman who played a key role in putting RSA triple-murderer William Bell behind bars was let off after pleading guilty to drink-driving.

Bodies lay undiscovered for days

Police officers guilty of assaulting party-goers

Two police officers have been found guilty of assaulting a group of students in downtown Auckland after St Patrick's Day celebrations last year.

Stepfather guilty of toddler's manslaughter

A jury in the Whangarei trial of drug dealer Kyle Skerten has found him guilty of the manslaughter of his 15-month-old stepson, but not guilty of murder.

Assault conviction costs Lauaki Japanese contract

Sione Lauaki was today fined $800 and ordered to pay $500 for emotional harm to a man he assaulted in March because he thought the man stole his drink.

Cop tells court felt threatened by party-goers

Plea for privacy after son accused over father's death

The family of an elderly man who died after he was allegedly bashed by his son, have pleaded for privacy and say they are struggling to cope.

Drunk officer shadow-boxing, court hears

Kiko accused remanded

Man charged in relation to father's death

A homicide investigation is under way after an elderly man died in hospital after allegedly being attacked by his son.