New ZealandJP accused of laundering $1.8m in scam proceeds appears in court, granted suppressionOne of the JP's alleged victims lost $1m in the scam, according to court documents.26 Jan 05:33 AM
New ZealandCourt date set for Kiri Allan's trialShe will appear at Wellington District Court for a judge-alone trial.26 Jan 02:49 AM
New ZealandBody found after person jumped off crane into Wellington HarbourSafety measures to keep people off the historic crane have been considered.26 Jan 01:03 AM
New ZealandProtesters block access as talks fall through over Far North fishing compThe contest protesters have received strict scrutiny from tangata whenua hapū Matakairiri.26 Jan 12:49 AM
New ZealandWatch: Break-in at popular food truck, ribs offered as rewardThe tool kit for catching criminals has now been expanded to include flame-grilled ribs.25 Jan 11:49 PM
New ZealandRāhui lifted, vehicle access reopened after fatal Muriwai Beach crashPolice inquiries into the crash remain ongoing and no charges have been laid.25 Jan 06:16 AM
New ZealandPolice reveal details of highest breath alcohol readings for 2023Police reveal who had the highest excess breath alcohol reading in 202325 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandGreymouth heist: Pair arrested over $20,000 jewellery robberyTwo Christchurch men are facing multiple charges relating to a 2022 burglary.25 Jan 01:16 AM
New ZealandPolice make arrest over Christchurch father's killingThe 38-year-old was found dead on a Christchurch street three weeks ago.24 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandSeven deaths in one month: Road safety messages not sinking inExperts say people can't relate to messages about crashes - until they're affected by one.24 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandInvestment scam: Auckland JP charged with 10 counts of money laundering worth nearly $1.8mPolice seized documents and computer equipment during a search at his home this week.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandInmate jailed for prison attack on former estate agent after being refused chickenAaron Drever's face was slashed open with a metal hook in the prison kitchen.24 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandThree charged after birthday party murderA group of people have been charged with murder and attempted murder.24 Jan 01:01 AM
New ZealandMother and son killed after car hits tree, bursts into flamesDespite best efforts, emergency services on site were unable to save the pair.23 Jan 10:12 PM
New ZealandMan charged after crash at Avondale Christmas paradePolice have charged a 45yo man with two counts of careless driving causing injury.23 Jan 08:28 PM
New ZealandWoman dies after Hastings mobility scooter crash80-year-old woman died in hospital overnight after a crash midday on Tuesday.23 Jan 08:07 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate unexplained death in WellingtonPolice are at the scene this morning.23 Jan 08:01 PM
New ZealandWoman critically injured after vehicle and mobility scooter crashA critically injured person has been taken to hospital after a vehicle hit a scooter.23 Jan 12:12 AM
New Zealand'News no parent ever wants’: Father of teen critically injured in previous Muriwai crash speaks outThere are more calls for vehicle access to Muriwai to be limited after another death.22 Jan 10:48 PM
New ZealandService station robbery: Half a dozen people break down door, knife allegedly pulled on staff member, $1000 takenHalf a dozen people broke through the locked door and demanded to be given the till.22 Jan 10:13 PM
New ZealandHolidaymaker horrified after child seen hanging on to moving car at beachA child was seen standing on the vehicle's running board, hanging on to the window.22 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Moment of stupidity': Calls for vehicle ban after teen crushed by flipped ute on Muriwai BeachTwo rescue helicopters responded along with fire, ambulance and police services.21 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'How many deaths do you need?' - Muriwai residents say beach ute tragedy was 'avoidable'Two rescue helicopters have responded along with fire, ambulance and police.21 Jan 08:17 AM
New ZealandTeenage girl reported missing after getting off bus in Auckland locatedA young girl who went missing in Newmarket yesterday has now been located.21 Jan 02:19 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoSasha Borissenko: Collared crime and the many shades of greyOPINION: There are many colour variations of collared crime.21 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandArmed police descend on Oriel Ave, West Auckland'One female cop jumped in the front with her gun slung over her shoulder.'21 Jan 01:15 AM
New ZealandPolice speak to person in relation to Rangitīkei homicide investigationThe Rangitīkei shooting follows another in Palmerston North - inquiries are ongoing.20 Jan 10:08 PM
New ZealandSilence to sharing: New sexual harm support service carries on decades-long police legacyThe Hawke's Bay organisation launched this month.20 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFlipped give-way sign, faded markings: Did a lack of road maintenance kill a tourist?The intersection hosted a boy racer meet in the months before Helen Poon drove through.19 Jan 06:28 PM
New ZealandWoman, 24, appears in Hamilton court charged with murderA 24-year-old woman has appeared in court, charged with murder.19 Jan 01:27 AM
New ZealandTwo arrested after fleeing driver sparks major police response across AucklandThe incident began about 4.15pm after police observed a person in a stolen car.18 Jan 08:11 AM
New ZealandConcerns of 'vigilante justice' raised after Rotorua man charged for prowler incidentThe alleged victim received a phone call saying a man was outside her house.18 Jan 04:33 AM
New ZealandSafety changes at popular swimming lake upset some locals; changes made after deathPole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.18 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandMotorcylist killed in Māpua crash remembered as brother and friendThe crash happened near Nelson yesterday afternoon.18 Jan 12:02 AM