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'Extremely violent assault': Man critically injured near Māngere bus stop
A nearby worker said the situation 'looked pretty serious'.
One critically injured in ATV crash on rural property, WorkSafe at scene
Emergency services were called to Crownthorpe address on Thursday morning.
Jared Savage: Who are the top cop contenders to replace Jevon McSkimming?
Analysis: There's a few clues which hint at the favoured candidate to be next deputy.
Watch - 'National emergency': Mental health patients absconding from EDs
EDs have become the default facility for mental health amid a lack of community services.
Whakatāne homicide: Women accused of killing 8-year-old boy face additional charges
Rickah'Shae Keefe-Haerewa died after an alleged assault in Te Teko in 2024.
Auckland library lockdown: Man with knife near babies at Wriggle and Rhyme session
The 'terrifying' incident occurred at a public library.
Calls for safety 'before somebody dies' after attack on second Christchurch Hospital worker
The incident comes days after a 'violent attack' on a hospital staff member.
Police name 71-year-old man who died in ute crash
The ute burst into flames after the crash.
Do you know this man? Police hunt suspect in Auckland attack on woman
He was spotted walking away, leaving the victim seriously injured.
Christchurch house fire: Person arrested for obstruction at blaze scene
A scene guard is in place this morning.
Herald NOW: Police shoplifting memo and the PM's post-budget tour
Adam Pearse discusses police shoplifting memo and the PM's post-budget tour on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW
Motorcycle taken from fatal crash scene, police seek public's help
A 25-year-old man died. His motorbike was removed by a group of riders.
Driver of Liverpool car which ploughed into crowd suspected of taking drugs
Eleven people remain in hospital; four children were among the injured.
Bank accused of using $1m scam victim’s hardship to dodge potential liability
'This case has liability avoidance written all over it,' financial commentator claimed.
Two injured in downtown Auckland, four suspects taken into custody
Emergency services were called to the scene about 8.15pm.
Police Commissioner says controversial shoplifting directive 'inconsistent with his expectations'
The directive sparked backlash, giving the impression lawbreakers had a free pass.
'She told me lies': Luxury resort CEO says ex-manager's actions were 'terrifying'
Operations manager Belle Mumby allegedly forged CEO Jing Ma's signature to claim overtime.
Fighter at Dan Hooker's backyard brawl event referred to police
Over 30 fighters competed in an unregulated Auckland backyard event.
Police release name of 77-year-old man who died in Horeke homicide
Daniel Hepehi was found critically injured at a Waikerikeri Rd property on May 22.
Customs seizes 130kg of cocaine from shipping container at Port of Tauranga
The Class A drug was worth up to $50.44 million.
Serious injury in three-vehicle crash on Hamilton bridge
One person in serious condition was taken to Waikato Hospital by St John.
NZ Herald Live: Police Commissioner Richard Chambers on retail crime
NZ Herald Live: Police Commissioner Richard Chambers on retail crime
'All crime is crime': Police Minister on 'confusing' shoplifting loss threshold memo
Police Minister called Newstalk ZB to “clarify” a “poorly-worded" police memo.
Arrest after bystander seriously injured after Hamilton boy racer meet
A 'significant investigation' is under way.
NZ's top cop censures staff shoplifting memo as ‘confusing and unhelpful’
Retail theft thresholds include $200 for general theft and $500 for shoplifting.
Police directive on $500 thefts sparks call for urgent clarification
Retailers are seeking clarity on police directives about low-value theft.
Inside the drop in violent crime: A return to crime patterns ... under Labour?
The current trend in falling violent crime is consistent with the trend from 2018-2022.
Man’s death at Governors Bay appears 'accidental', police say
Emergency services were called to the address about 5.15pm yesterday.
Police seek information after suspicious Nelson house fire; man charged with arson
A 47-year-old man faces arson and wounding charges after the fire.
Fatal crash near Whanganui closes road for three hours
Emergency services responded to the crash near Okoia at 7pm on Monday.
Finders keepers? Woman who received $158k in transfer error charged with theft
The woman could face up to seven years in prison if convicted.
New Lynn terror attack: Graphic CCTV footage to be shown to closed court
The inquest comes more than three years after the attack in which six people were stabbed.
Lachie Jones inquest: Coroner delays release of findings
Coroner Ho said the delay was related to police announcing further investigative work.