New Zealand'Raid us': Ngāpuhi leader asks police to crack down as teens smoke meth in main streetNgāpuhi leader Mane Tahere has asked police to crack down hard like they did in Ōpōtiki 02 May 11:53 PM
New Zealand'Disappointed': Number of new cops who skipped swim test higher than first thoughtThree wings or 349 police recruits missed swim exam. They're being sent back to the pool.02 May 10:37 PM
New ZealandPensioner who lost $158k gets bank refund after woman's 'spending spree'Andrew Che Sit Bong, 78, lost his savings due to a single-digit mistake.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland bus stop killing: Mum honours 'brilliant, gentle' sonA memorial service for the student will be held at St Johns Bush, Auckland, on Monday.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandBus driver stood down after alleged assault leads to deathPolice say the two men had previously interacted with each other.02 May 07:01 AM
New ZealandPolice name local man killed in Anzac Day crash in RotoruaHe died at the scene of the Te Ngae Rd crash. 02 May 04:27 AM
New ZealandFeilding death not suspicious, police confirm after inquiryPolice spent three days at the property investigating the death. 02 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandPolice seek dashcam footage after body found in burnt-out carPolice want footage that can help them piece together what happened.02 May 01:09 AM
New ZealandPolice Minister wants crackdown on Northland gangs, dirt bike ridersMark Mitchell heard about key crime problems in Northland, and offered some solutions.02 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandTwo seriously injured as car hits power pole on SH29Two people with serious injuries are being taken to Tauranga Hospital.01 May 08:45 PM
Politics'Growing harm': Hospital discharges linked to meth use skyrocketIt comes after wastewater testing revealed a doubling of meth use last year. 01 May 08:00 PM
New ZealandBody found in burned-out vehicle in Wellington park overnightA scene examination is due to take place today.01 May 07:54 PM
CrimeBattered pensioner bound and dumped in carpark before attackers burgled his homePier Raviola died in hospital several days after the brutal attack.01 May 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Tragic outcome': Man dies after alleged daytime assault at Auckland bus stopA 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.01 May 03:43 AM
New ZealandBody found at Whangamatā Beach believed to be missing manPolice believe the body on the beach is Jarrod Kingi, missing since April 25.30 Apr 11:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandConcerns grow over police training after graduate flips patrol carPolice are investigating; no other vehicles were involved in the incident.30 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandTwo 12-year-olds referred to Youth Aid over tyre-slashing spreeTyres were stabbed on several vehicles in the Rotorua CBD. 30 Apr 10:55 PM
New ZealandAmbulance involved in three-vehicle smash closing SH3 in TaranakiThe ambulance was carrying a patient at the time.30 Apr 08:46 PM
New Zealand'Out of our reasonable control': No police probe after man jumps from Waiheke ferryA man intentionally jumped from an Auckland-bound Waiheke ferry yesterday morning.30 Apr 07:01 AM
New ZealandTrio deny murdering man found dead on a Kawerau doorstepOne of the three can be named after suppression lapsed. 30 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandTwo people charged with arson after Hamilton fireA man, 46, and woman, 39, are due to appear in court next week.30 Apr 06:01 AM
New Zealand'Forced to hide': Child caught in Rotorua store robbery dramaPolice are appealing for information about the aggravated robbery.30 Apr 04:18 AM
New ZealandOne dead, one injured after SH3 crashState Highway 3 at Awakino remains closed. No detour is available.29 Apr 11:30 PM
New ZealandTrade Me auction of prison uniform prompts police probeCorrections said it was trying to determine who the seller was. 29 Apr 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Butchered': Pruning of pōhutukawa in reserve sparks outrageThe council condemned the act, saying it harms the environment and community.29 Apr 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPolice Minister lays down the law and orders new swim test for 149 cop graduatesTwo wings of police recruits weren't given a swim test due to a cryptosporidium outbreak.29 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandWoman who received $158k in bank transfer error could face charge, jail time: expertThe money was allegedly used for cars and sent to a boyfriend and a relative.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBody found in Feilding, police treat death as unexplainedPolice were called to the address about 12.50pm29 Apr 08:22 AM
New ZealandMissing Wellington 12-year-old found safe and taken home to parentsWilliam's father said it was a tough few days with mixed messages involved.29 Apr 07:56 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate South Auckland funeral home fire as arsonOfficers say they have not yet linked the fire to a dispute over a Mongrel Mobster's body.29 Apr 07:16 AM
New ZealandPolice seek witness who reported Toyota cutting corners 'shortly' before fatal crashThe Toyota RAV4's driver is due to be sentenced next week.29 Apr 04:16 AM
New ZealandPolice making 'urgent inquiries' after man found in Queenstown street in a critical conditionThe 33-year-old man was taken to hospital in a critical condition. 29 Apr 02:36 AM
New ZealandFerry company confirms passenger was rescued after ‘jumping overboard’ Travellers have praised ferry staff for the swift manner they dealt with the emergency.28 Apr 10:34 PM
New ZealandMissing 12-year-old William Walmsley contacts family, offers hopeHis father said William's behaviour was out of character and worrying.28 Apr 07:33 PM
