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Far North community furious at drivers illegally parking across disabled parks

'Frustrating for our customers who are actually disabled,' a business owner says.

'The scream was horrific': Helicopter airlifts critically injured Blenheim worker

One person in a critical condition was flown to Wellington Hospital.

Spate of courtroom violence spurs stronger security measures

A spate of brawls and assaults has seen a lawyer attacked and public galleries in chaos.

Gang patch ban inconsistent with Bill of Rights, passes first reading

Labour's spokesman said the party wanted to be constructive about addressing gangs.

Emergency services respond to death at Huka Falls Rd

Police say the incident appeared to be a medical event.

Auckland police swoop on 94 petrol stations amid crime wave

Since Sunday, five petrol stations have been targeted by robbers and burglars.

Several seriously injured and major road blocked following crash

Pakowhai Rd was closed and diversions in place along Te Ara Kahikatea and Elwood Rd.

Dunedin man arrested as guns and drugs seized

Guns, drugs, ammo and cash were seized in a police raid at a prominent man's home.

Police release name of man found dead in Raglan

Armed police descended on Ohautira Rd about 8.15am on Tuesday after a body was found.

Cop charged with dangerous driving causing death after fleeing motorcyclist dies

The officer has been placed on restricted duties while the matter is before the court.

Car crashes through Dunedin high school fence

The driver may have had a medical event.

200 arrests in six months: How this CBD is turning the tide on crime

'We feel well supported. In the past, we felt that no one even cared.'

Taupō police: Theft and assault not making for personal bests

In the lead-up to Ironman, not everyone has been aiming for a personal best.

Northland's most lucrative speed cameras revealed

Research suggests the presence of cameras may help reduce the severity of crashes.

The killer and I: My texts with a man suspected of murdering his childhood friend

The series of texts that led a reporter to being a witness at a murder trial.

Chilling footage shows Auckland Caltex worker fleeing from hammer-wielding robbers

The franchise owner said his stores have been robbed eight times this year.

Police to coordinate gang liaison efforts in preparation for gang patch ban

The Justice Minister accepts the ban will be a challenge to implement.

Govt instructs banks to introduce urgent measures to protect customers from scams

Banks have been told to investigate a voluntary reimbursement scheme for victims.