New Zealand'I'm so sorry': Watch the emotional moment lifelong Kiwi prisoner reunites with familyBeyond the wire: Documentary follows Kiwi prisoners on first 100 days of freedom.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTwo-vehicle crash involving tractor reported on SH3Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to take an alternative route.21 Jun 05:15 AM
New Zealand'Thinking the worst': Medical event mistaken for six-car crash on SH1Crews were 'thinking the worst' after being told of a six-car crash.21 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandAbrupt halt to High Court murder trial in WhangāreiAbrupt halt to High Court murder trial at Whangārei.21 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandHuman remains unearthed in Hillcrest are pre-European, police revealThe remains will be exhumed in consultation with local iwi.20 Jun 10:16 PM
New ZealandPerson hurt in fire at Canterbury property, blaze at vacant house in central ChristchurchThe person was taken to hospital with burns.20 Jun 08:10 PM
KahuMother of man left dead on side of road still waiting for police apologyKerry Phillips' mum wants police to apologise for 'failings' in investigation.20 Jun 06:54 PM
New ZealandRotorua CBD crime: What the latest police data showsSix months ago, a safety hub opened in the CBD - has it made a difference to crime stats?20 Jun 05:02 PM
New ZealandPolice pull Taser after aggressive gang members surround officers, threaten to get gun“The behaviour grew threatening, leading to an officer presenting a Taser".20 Jun 09:39 AM
PoliticsWinston Peters delivers serious warning as scrutiny week concludesMinisters have survived hours of questioning by Opposition MPs during the week.20 Jun 06:59 AM
New ZealandNZTA issues warning to SH2 vandals after hearts, 'offensive' tags appearThe tagging, thought to be linked to recent protests, has been reported to police.20 Jun 05:50 AM
New ZealandPolice seek dashcam footage after young girl reportedly abducted in East AucklandThe young girl was transported to the Kidz First Children's Hospital in at Middlemore.20 Jun 05:24 AM
New ZealandCrash near Te Awamutu: Person trapped after car crashes into ditchThe person was rescued by emergency services.20 Jun 04:44 AM
New ZealandPolice misuse of database sparks disciplinary action against Counties Manukau officersThe officer used the database 'out of curiosity', comparing it to browsing social media.20 Jun 04:05 AM
New ZealandPerson critically injured after 'incident' on Auckland's North ShoreEmergency services went to a recreational facility on Shea Terrace.20 Jun 03:58 AM
New ZealandMan arrested in Greenhithe for drug and ammunition possessionThe man was charged with the possession of GBL [also known as Fantasy or Liquid Ecstasy].20 Jun 03:02 AM
New Zealand'I want to shoot you': Police officer punched detainee after being threatenedThe former officer said he retaliated in self-defence after being repeatedly threatened.20 Jun 12:37 AM
New ZealandWoman due in court after alleged assault in Wellington strip clubThe 26-year-old is due to appear in court today.20 Jun 12:30 AM
New ZealandCar mounts kerb, fatally strikes man walking dog in rush-hour crashThe Serious Crash Unit is investigating the fatal incident.19 Jun 11:22 PM
New Zealand'Off his head': Man arrested after assaulting police, fleeing across AucklandThe driver fled at high speed from West Auckland to Papakura before crashing.19 Jun 11:21 PM
New ZealandOne dead, three seriously injured after van and truck crash in MarlboroughThe crash involving a van and truck occurred on State Highway 1, near Grovetown.19 Jun 09:52 PM
New ZealandPolice guarding scene after Massey house fire overnightThe blaze on Don Buck Rd was reported at 10pm.19 Jun 07:48 PM
New ZealandMother of man left dead on side of road still waiting for police apologyPolice failed to send an officer out until morning.19 Jun 07:35 PM
CrimeMan arrested after spiked vehicle crashes into road workersA man wearing a balaclava was arrested after crashing into a traffic control vehicle in Papakura following a high-speed drive across Auckland. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Jun 06:19 PM
New Zealand'Massive thud': Pedestrian dies following crash in Mt AlbertThe Serious Crash Unit is investigating the fatal incident.19 Jun 09:14 AM
New ZealandPerson dies following Whangārei workplace incidentPolice and WorkSafe begin making inquiries into death.19 Jun 08:51 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating second infant death in two years at West Auckland homeAnother baby died at the home in 2022, meth was found in her system.19 Jun 04:22 AM
New ZealandSuspected human remains unearthed by excavator at Hamilton construction sitePolice are working to identify the remains and to see if they are human.19 Jun 03:39 AM
New ZealandUndetonated shell found under Dunedin house, police and bomb squad called inOfficers go door-to-door talking to neighbours.18 Jun 10:43 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Ponsonby party zone out of control; boot camps keep public safeOPINION: 'Council and the Waitematā Local Board are tone-deaf to residents' concerns.'18 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Instinct kicked in' - Kiwi dad with baseball bat fights off alleged burglar'My son was already quite scared. So my parenting instincts kicked in.'18 Jun 07:18 AM
New ZealandTwo-hour journey possible: Traffic backed up on Auckland motorway after crashOne person seriously injured and another has moderate injuries, says St John.18 Jun 03:58 AM
New ZealandHuman remains found at Paekākāriki Surf ClubPolice have confirmed there have been two separate discoveries of human remains.18 Jun 03:02 AM
New Zealand'She never let the mask slip': Brother's heartache at Monica Reid's deathBrother of missing Te Atatū woman says mental illness is a disease.18 Jun 02:46 AM