Hamilton schools locked down as police responded to firearms sighting
Three Hamilton schools in the Silverdale area were locked down until about 5.20pm.
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Hamilton schools lockdown ends with imitation firearms seized, person in custody
Police were called to Silverdale Road just before 3pm.
WorkSafe opens investigation after man dies in rural Northland
Police say they were notified around 2pm on Friday, March 28.
Police not looking for anyone else after discovery of two bodies in Wellington
Police found two people dead in the Roseneath home after a welfare check.
Injured man appears in court after allegedly ramming police with child in car
Five police staff were injured in the Lower Hutt incident.
'Wonderful human beings': Tribute to British couple found dead in Wellington home
The owner said they were 'incredible parents, friends, and members of many communities'.
Man found dead outside property in Northland, Wellington
Police were called to the scene about 11am.
Wellington deaths: Neighbour says British boarders were ‘super lovely people’
Police found two people dead in the Roseneath home after a welfare check.
'Difficult time': Police name Uber driver killed in Wellington motorway crash
The 72-year-old died at the scene of the two-car smash.
‘Scammers don’t sleep’: FMA under fire for delayed scam alert after retiree loses $1m
The FMA took 47 days to issue a scam warning, during which a retiree lost $1m.
Under-fire Green MP plays anti-police anthems at festival
Songs included Killing in the Name and Sound of da Police.
How family violence in Whanganui compares to seven years ago
'I think victims and survivors are reporting more these days.'
Watchdog launches probe after ANZ helped victim send $250k to scammers
ANZ refused liability saying there were no indications of fraud or 'red flags'.
13yo arrested after 'violent' jewellery store robberies, police hunt 18yo
An 18-year-old has a warrant out for his arrest.
Primary school targeted in native tree poisoning attack, principal hits out at police
Principal Deborah Barclay says police and the council seem ambivalent to the offending.
Uber driver killed in motorway crash with passenger onboard
The crash happened during what the union called the 'dangerous hours' for drivers.
Alleged offender targeting lone female passengers on buses arrested
Police received reports of several incidents earlier this month.
‘Window dressing’? Luxon told Nicole McKee to emphasise public safety in gun law reforms. Is this more than talk?
Bill is set to pass its third reading this week under urgency.
Editorial: Another head-scratching comment from a Green MP
OPINION: We know increased police visibility deters antisocial behaviour and crime.
Luxon: Greens in 'La La Land' on law and order after Paul's comments
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the Greens are in La La Land on law and order following Tamatha Paul's comments on beat police.
Armed police in Murupara
Armed police are stationed outside Murupara Police Station and at nearby cordons as an 'active incident' unfolds. Video / Ben Fraser
Green MP under fire for ‘nonsense’ police comments
The MP says she's had 'nothing but complaints' about police beat patrols.
Man in custody 7 hours after threats, police evacuate Christchurch properties
Police said the man was taken into custody 'without incident'.
Masked group targets Michael Hill Jewellers in Mānawa Bay mall.
They were filmed carrying out a brazen smash-and-grab on the jewellery store. Video / Supplied
Watch: Group targets luxury new shopping centre in brazen smash-and-grab
The masked group smashed their way into the glass counters.
Driver charged after 12 people injured in crash between van and SUV on SH5
Four ambulances and four helicopters were sent to the scene.
Armed police closed Auckland highway after gunshots fired
Two people have been arrested after armed police responded to reports of gunshots at a rural property near Warkworth. Video / NZ Herald
Two arrested after report of gunshots closes major Auckland highway
Witnesses reported seeing 'about 20 police cars' and armed officers on the rural road.
One dead, two injured in Wellington motorway crash
The crash occurred shortly before midnight.
Police appeal for sightings of car believed linked to Wellington homicide, arsons
Police urge people with information to 'speak with us before we knock on their door'.
Large blaze overnight contained to commercial office block, East Auckland.
Forty-five firefighters were called to an office block on fire on Ra Ora Drive, East Tamaki. Video / NZ Herald
Five teens arrested after two service station break-ins
The five teenagers, aged 15 and 16, will appear in the Whangārei Youth Court.
‘Massive problem’: Man five times over limit drank bottle of vodka then ‘went for a drive’
The 35-year-old had been sentenced just months earlier for the same thing.
Police crack down on boy racers, say supporters will face consequences
Police dished out fines and impounded a vehicle in Manawatū over the weekend.