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Isolated rural police face burnout, lack of support

IPCA report highlights major issues in the resourcing of small community police stations.

Mosque terror: Backpack 'bomb', fears of a second gunman; police praised amid chaos

Shocking new details in US expert's report on March 15, 2019 response.

Person dead following water incident at Bethells Beach

Police were alerted shortly before 3.40pm.

Child in critical condition after being hit by vehicle

Police are currently in Papakura where a child has been hit by a vehicle.

'Enough is enough': Retired top cop speaks out over fears for son

Former top cop Gary Smith feels he has no choice to speak up for the sake of Rotorua.

Boy who went missing overnight found by police

The boy went missing at around 3am.

Woman assaulted, killed, house set on fire: Police chase new leads

Tirau woman Roma Joseph was seriously assaulted and died four years ago.

Watch: Bus driver receiving medical attention after barrelling wrong way down SH1

Police are on site where the bus came to a stop.

Police appeal for sightings of missing woman Cindy Li

Cindy Li has been missing for six days - have you seen her?

Rāhui placed on Waiwhakaiho River after death of person

Police said the body was found near the Waiwhakaiho River mouth at 9.30pm.

Missing family found safe after fishing trip

The four children are between the ages of 7 and 11.

Death threats and abuse: Pensioners terrorised by gang member, state-house neighbours

"The consequences should be felt by the people who create the problems."

'Incredible': Child sex abuse survivor finally gets justice - by secretly recording abuser's confession

He says his case points to an unequal and discriminatory justice system.

'Unexplained' death at West Auckland property leads to police inquiries

The Swanson death is being treated as unexplained after police arrived at 10.30am.

Police rescue pair after boat sinks off Wellington

The boaties were well-prepared, which made all the difference, police say.

Protest organiser who called for occupation of govt buildings arrested for breach of bail

Brewer's bail conditions included not attending or inciting protests.

Remuera woman's death: Escort releases more allegations, husband's divorce claims

The escort earlier claimed she was 'helping' police with their investigation.

Police assessing roles covered by Covid-19 vaccine mandate

Affected police officers will have to have one dose by the end of this month.