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Gun pointed at staff's head as bar worker forced to her knees, told to open safe

It is the latest in a string of armed robberies which police believe may be linked.

'Do not approach': Police issue warrant, search for accused murderer after bail breach

Police said they were actively investigating the 28-year-old’s whereabouts.

'Just panicking': Witness tells how political assassination attempt devolved into amateur hour

An Auckland-based international talkback radio celebrity was their target.

Man charged after armed robbery at Wellington bar

A manager was allegedly dragged through the restaurant in the incident.

'The chosen one': Business owner-turned-prison inmate explains how he was recruited to kill

The witness is already serving a sentence for the radio host's attempted murder.

Four political parties pledge to strengthen legal protections against stalking

The pledges follow the murder of promising AUT student Farzana Yaqubi.

‘There’s no boyfriend, girlfriend status in my culture’: Man’s bigamy excuse

“He couldn’t immediately divorce her, but nevertheless wanted to move on with a new life.”

'No one is above the law': Five former officers charged with rights violations in Tyre Nichols beating death

The charges come nine months after the violent beating during a Jan. 7 traffic stop.

Trial date assigned for pair accused of pensioner's stabbing death in Auckland CBD apartment

Both defendants appeared in court, although one was via audio-visual feed.

Far North news in brief: Meet candidates, community grants dished out and scam warning

News snippets from the Far North.

'I'm gone': Radio host testifies about attack that almost cost his life

The radio host was stabbed repeatedly after having his car rammed.

Auckland homicide: Crown claims pair burned house to destroy evidence

The popular former soldier was killed by two men he knew, the Crown says.

Man attacked in court dock after members of public scale 2m barrier

Security guards and a police officer struggled for several minutes to regain control.

Auckland safety hubs imminent to address theft, antisocial behaviour in CBD

The four hubs ARE expected to be up and running by the end of next month.

Young mum from prominent Mongrel Mob family found guilty of murder

The fatal stabbing was caught on CCTV, the Crown said, but the defence said look again.

At least 49 civilians reported dead in attack on river boat in Mali

Three days of national mourning have been declared after Al-Qaeda-linked attack.

High-profile victim advocate says Govt’s stalking announcement gave victims ‘false hope’

The Government says it's considering criminalising stalking.

Gang warfare: Killer Beez member had illegal shotgun as police investigated 21 shootings, 9 arsons

Police say 21 shootings and nine arsons occurred during a dispute with the Tribesmen.