New ZealandPolice issue more than 650 lockdown infringement notices; 5000 calls reporting breachesPolice Commissioner speaks to select committee on the Delta lockdown so far.25 Aug 11:35 PM
New Zealand'Opposite policing to US': Majority officers want to be routinely armedNZ is one of just 19 countries around the world in which police aren't routinely armed.10 Aug 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTeuila FuataiTeuila Fuatai: Debate over arming police misses the problemOPINION: Getting to the root of violence must come first.10 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang tensions: Police investigate shooting of two Head HuntersGang members taken to hospital, innocent woman caught in crossfire of separate gang war.06 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandPolice conduct: More than 2000 incidents reported this yearPublic and internal allegations have been made against 2500 police staff in 2021.05 Aug 11:41 PM
New ZealandSupport among police for carrying arms at highest level in decade, survey showsThe survey found one in four officers were threatened with a firearm last year.04 Aug 10:13 PM
New ZealandGang war: Police urge gang leaders to hold peace talksPolice confirm 12 arsons, shootings in conflict between Rebels and King Cobra gangs.28 Jul 04:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDrive-by shootings, Molotov cocktails: Inside the Rebels, King Cobra warPolice have linked at least 15 fires and shootings in gang feud over contested territory.25 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandArmed police debate reignites: Has the time come for our cops to carry guns?Minister Williams' comments yesterday divided two prominent South Auckland leaders.21 Jul 05:00 PM
KahuMinister won't back down on her position not to arm police officersPoto Williams says the communities she represents don't want armed police.21 Jul 01:40 AM
New ZealandAttacks on officers unprecedented, says police bossPolice commissioner hard pressed to explain the extent of gratuitous violence.19 Jul 06:42 PM
New ZealandMan arrested after cop shot, police car stolen in HamiltonDuring a routine traffic stop, a passenger allegedly fired a shotgun at a police officer.09 Jul 05:59 PM
New ZealandCop allegedly knocked unconscious during arrestPolice officers were now suffering more serious injuries when assaulted, union says.05 Jul 06:31 AM
New Zealand'I actually lie to my family now': Police officer who was shot at doesn't want family to worryThere are fears it will only be a matter of time before another police officer is shot.19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandConstable Matthew Hunt remembered: Memorial plaque unveiledPolice mark one-year anniversary of Constable Hunt's death with a memorial plaque.18 Jun 02:51 AM
New ZealandInvestigations into police use of force increase in one major city by 300% since 2016Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland have had huge increases since 2016.15 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: Jury begins manslaughter deliberationsThe jury was sent out to begin its deliberations about 1.40pm today.03 Jun 01:36 AM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: 'Systemic failures' result of inadequate training, lawyer saysThe public gallery in the High Court at New Plymouth is packed for a second day in a row.02 Jun 08:36 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: Cops had two hours to save victim's life, Crown saysThe Crown say the officers showed a lack of care and concern and were 'lazy' that night.01 Jun 10:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPolice body cams would prevent racism: Meng FoonOpinion: Exposure could be an essential tool in eliminating unconscious bias or racism.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: Accused, witnesses won't be calledSumming up in the trial over Allen Ball's death will begin on Wednesday.31 May 11:45 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers trial: Accused breaks down as interview played to juryOfficer A said staff were visibly upset after Allen Ball was pronounced dead.20 May 11:32 PM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: Victim unchecked in cell for 30 minutes, jury toldThe jury was shown more CCTV footage today.19 May 11:30 PM
New ZealandPolice officers' manslaughter trial: Jury shown CCTV footage of arrestFootage shows how arrested man was treated before he died at a police station.19 May 12:11 AM
New ZealandTaranaki police officer trial: Accused trio's experience detailedThe officers were part of the most high-performing section in South Taranaki.18 May 01:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside the pay freeze debate: Who has snookered who?The unions claimed a 'backdown' - but has the Government really backed down?14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrontline police armed on average once a weekSome say this is the safest response - others warn it increases chance of violence.15 Apr 08:14 PM
New ZealandCops refuse high-risk callouts as violence escalatesThe proliferation of firearms and a general increase in aggression has cops worried.28 Mar 08:22 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuRacial stereotyping by police 'systemic, institutionalised': Meng Foon"You know you're being targeted because you're brown."10 Mar 06:20 AM
New ZealandGangs and guns bill is flawed - Police AssociationThe 501 deportees are of particular concern, says the Police Association.07 Mar 04:00 AM
CrimePolice Minister and association at odds over training haltMinister blames low attrition while the association said funding was promised regardless.26 Jan 10:08 PM
New ZealandPolice seeking armed person in West AucklandA gun was pointed at two people in West Auckland16 Jan 01:48 AM
Crime'Not a priority': Police recruits left in the dark amid training haltRecruits shocked to learn of a scheduled May intake after communication went silent.11 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandRecruits in 'limbo': Police halt training despite rise in gun crimePolice have deferred training new cops, despite a rise in gun violence and gang activity.09 Jan 05:36 AM
