WorldMan stored dead partner in freezer to cash in pensionThe freezer was also used to store food.12 Sep 12:20 AM
CrimeHurt pride leads to murder: Shooter sentenced for killing teen driverA jury convicted the gun enthusiast in May but his co-defendant was acquitted.11 Sep 10:50 PM
New ZealandMum 'disgusted' abusive ex gets say over brain-damaged son's nameThe boy has the developmental age of a toddler after being shaken as a baby by his father.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North news in brief: Meet candidates, community grants dished out and scam warningNews snippets from the Far North.11 Sep 04:00 PM
Crime'I'm gone': Radio host testifies about attack that almost cost his lifeThe radio host was stabbed repeatedly after having his car rammed.11 Sep 06:40 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
New ZealandMan attacked in court dock after members of public scale 2m barrierSecurity guards and a police officer struggled for several minutes to regain control.11 Sep 04:05 AM
CrimeAuckland safety hubs imminent to address theft, antisocial behaviour in CBDThe four hubs ARE expected to be up and running by the end of next month.08 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimeYoung mum from prominent Mongrel Mob family found guilty of murderThe fatal stabbing was caught on CCTV, the Crown said, but the defence said look again.08 Sep 07:33 AM
WorldAt least 49 civilians reported dead in attack on river boat in MaliThree days of national mourning have been declared after Al-Qaeda-linked attack.08 Sep 04:33 AM
New ZealandHigh-profile victim advocate says Govt’s stalking announcement gave victims ‘false hope’The Government says it's considering criminalising stalking.08 Sep 12:48 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
New ZealandWoman appears in court charged with murderPolice were called to a Tauranga address just before 11pm.07 Sep 08:39 PM
CrimeCharismatic 'thug': Witnesses disparage man accused of trying to orchestrate radio host's murderThe radio host's on-air comments had rankled critics.07 Sep 06:23 AM
New Zealand'Brute force': Man broke pregnant partner's arm with karate chopA judge said it was one of the most serious family harm matters he'd seen in a long time.07 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandLabour considers law change after AUT student murdered by stalkerFarzana Yaqubi went to police with concerns two months before she was murdered.06 Sep 11:30 PM
New ZealandED assault crisis has doctors demanding 24/7 security: 'Worst we have ever seen'An influential group of emergency clinicians is urging politicians to act on the crisis.06 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandRobber dragged 20m as he forced woman to stop carHis mother told the judge: 'I love my son but not the wrong that he does'.06 Sep 07:00 AM
CrimeWould-be assassins wanted to burn down radio host's home during his funeral, jurors toldThe victim, stabbed over 40 times, has over half a million YouTube followers.06 Sep 05:30 AM
New ZealandCops scour new areas in hunt for missing real estate agentYanfei Bao was last seen alive on July 19.06 Sep 12:19 AM
WorldAlex Murdaugh seeks retrial, claims clerk swung jury against himThe clerk is accused of giving the jury business cards from reporters during the trial.05 Sep 11:26 PM
World'Extremely dangerous': Manhunt for killer who escaped US prison continuesThe killer has been spotted five times since he escaped on Thursday.05 Sep 11:13 PM
CrimeAs anniversary of 70yo pedestrian's death approaches, motorist pleads not guilty to manslaughterHe was charged nearly a year after a 70-year-old woman died at Auckland Hospital.05 Sep 10:42 PM
CrimeMan who stabbed 'gentle giant' church member pleads guilty to manslaughterHe had previously been charged with murder.05 Sep 10:05 PM
New Zealand‘High level of concern’ for missing kids after dad's alleged bank heistPolice have charged Phillips with aggravated robbery, aggravated wounding.05 Sep 09:37 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters to the editor: Readers react to recent bashings of teen girls in RotoruaOPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.05 Sep 08:03 PM
CrimeWas savage murder caught on CCTV? Jurors set to begin deliberating in stabbing trialThe victim's uncles likely were trying to teach him a lesson, the defence claimed.05 Sep 08:34 AM
New ZealandMissing dad wanted for armed bank heist, shooting at supermarket workerPolice have charged Phillips with aggravated robbery, aggravated wounding.05 Sep 07:10 AM
Football'Grossly disappointed': NZ Football weighs in about club football assaultNew Zealand Football has confirmed police are involved following the incident.05 Sep 06:30 AM
CrimeMurder trial witness recounts ‘terrifying’ encounter with Mongrel MobThe witness came home to find door ajar, and friend David Kuka "gasping for air".05 Sep 04:51 AM
New ZealandSupport for Lauren Dickason grows - protest planned ahead of sentencingShe admitted smothering Liané, 6, and 2-year-old twins Maya and Karla.04 Sep 09:37 PM
New ZealandMan pleads guilty to Remuera carjacking that left traumatised doctor 'a mess''I know where you live, I'll come for you,' he threatened if the victim went to police.04 Sep 06:45 AM
New Zealand'Double-counted': Woman gets three months off robbery sentence on appealShannon Avery was one of three who held the group at the house for several hours.04 Sep 05:36 AM
New ZealandCrown alleges Mongrel Mob trio responsible for murder to ‘avenge’ fellow gang memberThe Tauranga man was shot twice just weeks after a gang member was killed at same address.04 Sep 04:44 AM
