Māhia New Year’s assault: Witnesses sought after man knocked unconscious
The man was trying to break up a fight involving about 20 to 30 people.
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Homicide inquiry launched after man found dead in Hamilton driveway
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Whanganui man appears in court after firearms incident
Charges include using a firearm against law enforcement and cultivating cannabis.
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77-year-old Hamilton woman missing after visiting cemetery found safe and well
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Police urge caution after Northland's horror Christmas weekend
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Person choppered to hospital after near-drowning on Kāpiti Coast
Police said the person was unresponsive when they were pulled from the water.
Watch: Police dress as Santa to raid drug dealers
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SH5 reopened after crash near Rotorua
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Man arrested after Christmas Eve hit-and-run in Ōtara
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Police close Levin road as emergency incident unfolds, person seriously injured in ‘altercation’
Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area.
Two-vehicle Auckland crash in Waterview backs up traffic along Great North Rd
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Missing boatie found dead after water tragedy in Marlborough this morning
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Teen in court charged with murder of security guard
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Man found dead in Hamilton home: Police appeal for information
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'Broad daylight' attack on young man at restaurant shocks staff, patrons
The restaurant owner rushed in to restrain one of the attackers, who was throwing glasses.
Police frustrated by death toll on roads
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