New ZealandStudent in custody, another in hospital after serious ‘assault’ near Napier high school'The safety and wellbeing of our students and staff is our immediate priority.'09 Mar 08:07 PM
New ZealandRevealed: The region with a drinking problem twice as bad as the rest of NZThe Far North District is developing an LAP to curb harm.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRegistered sex offender thought he was sending explicit messages to teen ... but he was wrongIt was actually a detective posing as a 14-year-old on Snapchat.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTotal fire ban for all of Northland as 11ha blaze in scrub containedFar North fire crews have managed to contain a large blaze in vegetation at Mangakahia.09 Mar 01:36 AM
New ZealandCalls for change: Petition demands police bodycams after man’s deathFamily members allege police violently assaulted Faasala Samu Matue.08 Mar 11:52 PM
New ZealandDestiny and Man Up double down on pride protestsThe church group has not been deterred by widespread condemnation of its pride protests. 08 Mar 09:49 PM
New ZealandRuapuna Speedway crash: One person in serious condition, event cancelledRuapuna Speedway cancelled tonight's race meeting due to 'medical event'.08 Mar 08:04 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies following crash in Dairy Flat, AucklandThe rider of the motorcycle died at the scene. 08 Mar 07:14 AM
New ZealandProtesters clash with Wellington Pride parade as police step inMayor Tory Whanau praised the quick response, saying many didn't notice the protest.08 Mar 07:12 AM
New Zealand‘They’ve destroyed him’: Family allege police assaulted man who died after being taseredFaasala Samu (Sam) Matue died after being tasered and pepper sprayed by police.08 Mar 04:43 AM
New ZealandMissing for nearly three months: Have you seen Joshua?54-year-old Joshua has been missing since December 11.08 Mar 03:13 AM
New ZealandMotorway offramp reopens after unexplained deathInquiries are now under way and a motorway offramp is closed.07 Mar 04:14 AM
New ZealandPolice admit mistake: Road spikes left on patrol vehicle’s roof fall off, puncturing tyres on seven carsOfficers will be retaught how to use spikes after the Southern Motorway incident. 07 Mar 02:18 AM
Crime‘Justice, peace and comfort’: Tributes for man who died at Ōrere Point He allegedly bit an officer and threatened others with a metal pole.07 Mar 01:14 AM
New ZealandAuckland school forced into lockdown after gun scare speculationParents took to social media saying children were told to turn off their phones and hide.07 Mar 12:44 AM
New Zealand‘Expect delays’: Section of Northern Motorway reopens after multi-vehicle crash"Motorists are advised to expect delays or seek an alternative route."06 Mar 11:49 PM
New ZealandSH25 cleared after after logging truck hit power pole near WhangamatāPolice said contractors were at the scene and there were no reports of injuries.06 Mar 09:59 PM
New ZealandPolice find large knife, $3200 cash and meth at Hamilton CBD arrestA man was reported for suspicious behaviour on Thursday afternoon.06 Mar 08:14 PM
New Zealand‘Top bloke’: Family mourn 73yo grandfather after ‘unexplained’ deathTributes are being paid to the 'popular guy' who 'will be sorely missed'.06 Mar 06:58 AM
New ZealandPolice hunt man over aggravated robbery, escaping custody in AucklandCave has long hair, usually worn in a top-knot style, and has two tā moko style tattoos.06 Mar 05:06 AM
New ZealandSearch for woman who failed to board flight stepped upPolice believe Penelope may have travelled to the Otago Peninsula area.06 Mar 03:27 AM
New ZealandNumber of wildfires on the rise, Fire and Emergency saysIn New Zealand, 99% of wildfires are caused by people.06 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandDrivers and passengers shaken as rocks pelted at busesRocks have been thrown at buses on Matai St, Ōtangarei, smashing windows.06 Mar 12:42 AM
New ZealandMan seen on CCTV footage holding weapon in Hamilton CBDCouncil CCTV operators reported the man to police.05 Mar 11:50 PM
New ZealandHoax: Police rule out any threat to Canterbury schoolLast night's email threatened violence today. 05 Mar 07:50 PM
New ZealandPolice seek public help to identify man in ‘sensitive’ Auckland casePolice are seeking information to identify a man sought as part of an investigation.05 Mar 06:24 PM
New Zealand‘My heart was pounding’: Dashcam footage shows car ploughing into median barrierThe moment of impact was captured on camera, with a bus driver fearing being hit head-on.05 Mar 05:51 AM
New ZealandMan who led police on chaotic 28km chase given bail, then allegedly sexually assaultedThe man was on bail after a chaotic 28km chase through Auckland.05 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandEmergency services rush to Canterbury river after report of boat overturning'We’re currently with two patients and are waiting for an update on their condition.'05 Mar 04:53 AM
New Zealand'Keep the kids safe': Police monitoring South Auckland schools after threat of planned brawlOne school said they had notified police and would have a 'strong staff presence'.05 Mar 03:58 AM
New ZealandMajor Canterbury drug bust sees 120 charges laid, 13 arrestedPolice seized $22,000 in cash and $38,000 worth of drugs. 05 Mar 02:39 AM
New ZealandConcrete mixer rolls off Christchurch off ramp; driver seriously injuredThe Christchurch Southern Motorway is closed near Curletts Rd following the crash. 04 Mar 11:36 PM
New ZealandCar and rail maintenance vehicle collide in MatamataPolice say the collision between two vehicles on a railway crossing happened at 8.50am.04 Mar 08:54 PM
New Zealand‘Legend’: ‘Bloody good cop’ who targeted gangs diesDennis Murphy was known for his dedication to catching gang members and drug dealers.04 Mar 04:00 PM