New ZealandCar plunges into Bay of Plenty river, one seriously injured and highway blockedState Highway 2 is blocked between Foster and Tāneatua Rds.02 Dec 06:18 AM
AucklandShopper knocked unconscious, unable to walk after Glenfield Mall assaultMichelle Miller, 59, was knocked unconscious for about 10 minutes in the attack.02 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland police release photo of wanted manHe is known to frequent the Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions.02 Dec 04:32 AM
PoliticsTrust on the line: Police set new targets after McSkimming fallout and device auditsThe four targets cover trust, service, retail crime and public violence.02 Dec 02:23 AM
New ZealandCrown argues Dunedin man found partially decapitated died in a 'targeted' killing, not 'theft gone wrong'Jurors heard Singh had 'sawing marks' on his spine after being partially decapitated.02 Dec 01:39 AM
AucklandArmed suspect found hiding under child’s bed after late-night police chaseThe armed suspect ditched the firearm on a shed roof while running from authorities. 02 Dec 01:36 AM
Christchurch CCTV images released of mystery person after Christchurch scrap metal yard theftsThe wanted person wore a green hooded jacket and a dark cap.02 Dec 12:54 AM
New ZealandAuckland man charged after allegedly swallowing Fabergé locket in theftThe 18ct gold Fabergé pendant is set with 60 diamonds and 15 sapphires.02 Dec 12:32 AM
New Zealand'Extremely concerned': Vandals block Wellington cycle trails with obstacles Obstacles have been placed on Mt Victoria tracks, which may injure riders.01 Dec 11:29 PM
ChristchurchChristchurch dairy owner seriously assaulted during early morning robbery Family say it's not the first time they have been targeted. 01 Dec 10:18 PM
WorldHong Kong fire probe: 14 suspects arrested over substandard netting, 151 deadAt least 10 foreign nationals are among the 151 confirmed dead so far.01 Dec 05:24 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Wairoa’s gang leadership fails charity boxing gigOPINION: 'Its not just violence affecting a town — it’s the spectre of violence.'01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandJevon McSkimming case: Ms Z calls for wider inquiry into police culture The woman at centre of McSkimming case says police culture needs more scrutiny.01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo children in critical condition after serious Wellsford crashSH1 between State Highway 16 and Davies Rd closed after the crash.01 Dec 06:08 AM
New Zealand'Lucky to be alive': Drink-driver's brother critically injured in 5am road smashThe men had been at a 60th birthday all night and Ralph Smith just wanted to get home.01 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandCyclist badly hurt after ute mirror strike during Taupō Enduro raceThe crash left Tod Penberthy, 67, with six broken ribs and deep arm cuts.01 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandSearch for 13-year-old Auckland girl Metallica missing for two weeksShe was reported missing from Manurewa but is known to often visit the Wellsford area.01 Dec 02:43 AM
New ZealandDriver airlifted to hospital in serious condition after logging truck rolls in South OtagoThe logging truck rolled on Coe Rd near Stony Creek just after 11am.01 Dec 01:27 AM
AucklandSecurity guards, bystander attacked during alleged shoplifting incident at Auckland mallTwo of the three victims were taken to hospital for treatment. 30 Nov 11:56 PM
New ZealandNew police leadership, more integrity investigators after McSkimming failingsJevon McSkimming faces sentencing on December 17 for child abuse material.30 Nov 11:54 PM
AucklandYoung woman missing from Auckland formally identified, death referred to coronerPolice say the death of 25-year-old Te Anihana Pomana is before the coroner.30 Nov 11:33 PM
PoliticsAndrew Coster’s fate still unresolved after three weeks leaveThe former Police Commissioner was placed on leave as Social Investment Agency CEO.30 Nov 11:26 PM
WorldPolice search for missing seven-month-old boy in Ipswich areaThe seven-month-old was last seen at a Warwick Rd home about midday.30 Nov 10:48 PM
New ZealandCanadian teen sales rep accused of importing 15kg of meth to New Zealand appears in courtThe 19-year-old could face life imprisonment over the charge. 30 Nov 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBestiality in NZ: The latest data, and a forensic psychologist on how to treat itExclusive Ministry of Justice figures reveal the scope of the problem.30 Nov 08:00 PM
WellingtonMotorcyclist seriously injured after crash while fleeing police The rider suffered serious leg injuries and was taken to hospital.30 Nov 07:38 PM
WorldFour dead, 10 wounded in suspected targeted US shootingSan Joaquin County detectives say the attack appears to be targeted.30 Nov 06:11 AM
WorldMan dead after Bunnings carpark accidentThe 82-year-old Morningside man died in hospital from critical injuries.30 Nov 03:56 AM
Crime'Significant distress': Shot fired at popular Thames swimming holeThe Eagle helicopter tracked a fleeing vehicle and officers arrested two people.30 Nov 12:03 AM
WorldHong Kong fire: Thousands pay tribute to 128 dead at Tai Po estateThree days of official mourning began, with flags at half-mast across the city.29 Nov 09:45 PM
WorldWoman rescued from remote Western Australia cave after 12-hour ordealCrews worked through the night with specialist gear to reach the cave.29 Nov 09:29 PM
New Zealand'Safe and well': Kayaker identified after unattended boat sparks Kāpiti Coast searchAn unattended kayak was found about 500m off Raumati Beach at midday on Saturday.29 Nov 06:38 AM
New ZealandCrime pays no more: Police win order to sell chop shop boss’s propertiesPolice can now sell Ahmadi’s Upper Hutt yards worth nearly $1.8m.29 Nov 04:00 AM
WorldHong Kong begins three days of mourning for 128 victims of deadly blazeAround 200 people remain missing, with 89 bodies still unidentified.29 Nov 01:19 AM
