PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The important message from police for victims of sexual abuseOPINION: Roughly 30,000 Hawke's Bay women have suffered sexual violence in their lives.24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandJudith Collins confirms KC probe found no wrongdoing by senior NZDF officerThe complaint was lodged in 2023 but a formal inquiry didn't start until July 2025.22 Nov 06:00 PM
PremiumNew Zealand'Treated unfairly': Former top cop resigned after criticism over McSkimming welfare checkCommissioner Richard Chambers criticised Tania Kura over McSkimming welfare visit.19 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Jevon McSkimming scandal has rocked New Zealanders14 Nov 04:03 PM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: Police must adopt full transparency in McSkimming scandal to rebuild trust14 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Groupthink self-interest': Chambers lays into former top cops as recruits graduate14 Nov 12:51 AM
New ZealandPolice defend prosecution of Ms Z over emails to detective who arrested her12 Nov 10:12 PM
PremiumNew ZealandSpy chief stands by McSkimming's 'Top Secret Special' security vetting12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice apologise to woman in McSkimming case but continue to prosecute her anyway for emails 12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMPs back cross-party action after IPCA exposes police investigation failuresWatch12 Nov 02:13 AM
PremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Coster doesn’t strike you as a bad person, yet a good man can do bad things11 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘I would be ashamed of myself’Judith Collins and Richard Chambers answer media questions after former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster was placed on leave following a damning report.Watch11 Nov 07:05 AM
New ZealandTom Phillips dead after four-year manhunt ends in police shoot-out; two children yet to be locatedBREAKING: Police provide an update on Tom Phillips case following incident this morning. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Sep 11:18 PM
New Zealand'Deadly restraint' tactics and force taught and used by police college graduates unacceptable"Deadly restraint" The tactics and force taught and used by police college graduates is unacceptable. Video / Herald NOWWatch07 Sep 07:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Potentially lethal': Police recruits taught unapproved arrest tactic for three yearsPolice bosses only became aware after the technique was used on parliamentary protesters.07 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice recruit wrongfully accused of groping colleague wins case in ERAThe recruit was relegated to traffic camera duties while he was investigated. 04 Sep 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAustralian Police warned of newly-graduated NZ officer's alleged gang linksThe officer is also on a performance plan after conduct issues were noticed.29 Aug 05:00 PM
Crime'You've got me': Policeman accused of striking man on ground with sponge-round launcherThe former tactical unit officer, who is on trial, claims it was an accident.26 Aug 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Struggling with its identity': Police boss' email offers blunt assessment of police college cultureRichard Chambers ordered changes after revelations of standards slipping among police recruits. Video / Marty Melville, Cameron PitneyWatch25 Aug 05:00 PM
Herald NOWPM on major events fund, police training and stimulating the economyPrime Minister Christopher Luxon talks to Ryan Bridge about changes to major events fund, police training issues and planned projects to stimulate the economy.Watch24 Aug 08:26 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSenior police paint damning picture of new cops ‘barely’ equipped for basic dutiesTraining changes are planned, with a review already underway.24 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Don't dwell on the what ifs': Auckland cop shot in the face during Queen St killings Two years on, Shaun Winstanley shares his recovery story – and new coffee business.22 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui Police dog handler Matt McLay on how to train a police dogMatt McLay introduces himself and his dog Ulfi, and explains what's next now that they have graduated and are ready for the streets.Watch17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInternal NZ Police email sparks racism accusation, Northland exodus blamed on culture An anonymous officer has revealed an email accidentally sent to all Northland staff.17 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Let us all down’: Chambers says ex-deputy’s objectionable material charges hurt police reputationPolice Cmmr addresses impact of charges against his former deputy, Jevon McSkimming.13 Aug 01:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand90 police from around NZ deployed to Northland after 'call for help'Police nationwide are being seconded to Northland amid a surge in violent crime.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Put it down!': Shooting of armed man was 'preventable'; coroner slams police actionsCoroner Mike Robb said Shargin Stephens' death was preventable. 07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandIsrael relentless in it's attack on Gaza, families suffer | NZ Herald News Update: July 26, 2025Israel continues it's attack on Gaza. The NZ Fire department issues a warning as house fires increase in numbers. The Polar Plunge is taking place today in Wellington.Watch25 Jul 08:06 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I'm not ashamed': Rape complainant who later had relationship with cop goes publicThe IPCA has reopened an inquiry into a complaint against the Christchurch detective.29 Jun 06:43 PM
New ZealandSurvivor Alex McPhail shares identityRape complainant Alex McPhail shares identity, speaks about impact of sexual relationship with detective. Video / Dean PurcellWatch29 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Disrespectful': Police boss's angry memo after 50 staff caught snooping into slain copPolice say unauthorised use of the intelligence system by staff will not be tolerated.21 Jun 11:00 PM
KahuFamily of man who died after incident with police push for officer body camerasA petition for police body cameras has gained nearly 15,000 signatures.21 Jun 06:04 PM
New ZealandIran warns Israel of retaliation, Yanfei Bao's killer sentenced | NZ Herald Daily News UpdateIran warns Israel of retaliation following the attacks yesterday. Yanfei Bao's killer has finally been sentenced in the high court. Police are under scrutiny once again.Watch13 Jun 08:17 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGang patch ban: Police reveal how many charges, patches seizedPolice say gangs have largely complied, reducing public fear and intimidation.31 May 05:00 PM