CrimeEx-Auckland pharmacist asks judge to toss conviction for $50,000 theft so he can work in AustraliaA conviction might make it more difficult to attend pharmacist conferences, he said.09 Dec 03:08 AM
New ZealandSupermarket's facial recognition sparks fight after wrongful trespassFoodstuffs continues facial recognition trial despite nine misidentified in Rotorua store.06 Dec 01:58 AM
New ZealandWoman arrested after allegedly targeting 12 Auckland open homes, stealing jewelleryThe woman was to appear in the Waitākere District Court today.05 Dec 03:53 AM
New ZealandAuckland dairy worker attacked in armed robberyPolice investigating after shop attendant struck by an offender during the raid.04 Dec 06:27 AM
CrimeWhere's the $50,000? Serial robber jailed for bizarre casino heist, but cash still missingEru Stevens has a history of robbery and schizophrenia. They go hand-in-hand, court told.01 Dec 05:00 AM
CrimeJailed again: 501's wild police chase in stolen $249k Porsche followed murder-for-hire plotSifa Tevita relieved himself in front of police as the 1.5-hour, 100km chase ended.30 Nov 08:31 PM
Crime'Easy money': Woman stole $7k from grandmother, then used pushchair in shoplifting spreeGrandmother is said to be 'very cross' about what happened.30 Nov 03:00 AM
Black CapsHagley Oval thieves swipe cameras from broadcasters covering Black Caps testUK Talksport viewers left with audio-only coverage after broadcasting cameras stolen.30 Nov 12:05 AM
New ZealandHow $20 and two cannabis roaches got two men locked up for three years'Clearly, it was a stupid thing to do', a judge pointed out.29 Nov 07:00 AM
New ZealandStolen shipwreck binoculars returned to Napier ownersBinoculars from 1986 shipwreck disappeared from a Westshore verandah this week.29 Nov 04:39 AM
New ZealandYoung couple left with 44c to pay mortgage after bank card fraudA young mum is warning anyone who finds a bank card to be careful how they advertise it.28 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandVictims traumatised: Teen robber on e-bail robs petrol station, twiceOne of the staff members was injured after being kicked in the face.25 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandCockatoo believed to be stolen from wildlife reserveStaff at the sanctuary are 'very upset'.20 Nov 01:05 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailRevealed: The NZ town with the most business break-insThe data show Rotorua has the highest proportion of burglaries in New Zealand.18 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Supermarket foils brazen thief in daylight trolley confrontationA thief bit off more than he could chew during a supermarket theft.18 Nov 05:13 AM
New ZealandWrecked cafe reopens after front-end loader ram raidThe community turned out in force to help clean up the damage.17 Nov 11:53 PM
New Zealand'Broken': Owner 'gutted' after digger smashes small-town cafe to steal ATMBar owners locked their doors, fearing the driver was 'just smashing the buildings up.'16 Nov 01:47 AM
New ZealandMasked ‘desperado’ terrifies diners in late-night front-end loader ram raidThe burglary at a Martinborough cafe left people 'gobsmacked'.15 Nov 07:53 PM
CrimeHow police brought down kingpin of $2.9m stolen goods ringThe goods were stashed across lockups, homes, businesses and a shipping container.14 Nov 07:41 AM
New ZealandDairy smashed as owner screamed: 'I feared for my life'A three-hour crime wave leaves five retailers picking up the pieces.13 Nov 06:45 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesNZ’s Auror raises $82m from Taser maker, grocery giantsFirm pushes into the US, new AI tools.11 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandDog in car taken from shop injured but reunited with ownerA dog is safely back with her owner after thief steals car.10 Nov 01:48 AM
New ZealandWatch: Preschooler helps woman steal from Hamilton storeThe store owner was shocked that toddlers we're being 'taught' to steal.09 Nov 12:42 AM
New ZealandTears in court as woman avoids jail for stealing $300k from bossThe judge said Sally Robertson began gambling due to the 'severe strain' she was under.08 Nov 03:07 AM
New ZealandOpen home horror: Warning by police after ring worth $20k, vehicle stolenPolice said they are aware of a rise in thefts from open homes in Auckland.08 Nov 02:27 AM
New ZealandEx state ward stole $140k BMW from Auckland dealership then led police on 200km/h joyrideLocked up as a child 23 hours a day in a small, stifling room, he's now back behind bars.06 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm still scared': Hospitalised bottle store worker still fearful after violent burglary'It’s been nearly a year and I still feel uncomfortable. I want to forget about it all.'05 Nov 05:00 AM
CrimeMan exchanged 1600 messages with key player in $2.9m stolen property ringJudge: 'You established yourself as the main conduit for stolen property in Wellington'.04 Nov 07:00 AM
CrimeReturn of the Tinder swindler: After prison, prolific scam artist picked up where he left offFraudster attends latest sentencing in construction get-up, saying he wants to work.02 Nov 06:00 AM
New Zealand'F*** off:' Meth mum's sentencing delayed after she arrived at court in 'drug-fuelled state'Lilly Quigley reappeared this week with a judge noting she looked better than last time.01 Nov 07:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Alleged phone thief returns to cafe, asks for PINWoman seemed surprised when staff refused to give her details to unlock device.01 Nov 06:01 AM
New ZealandThe last house on the street: Cyclone survivors who didn’t take buyout stuck as looters loomMike and Sue Brown say they have to stay 'forever' now, even as looters keep circling.31 Oct 10:18 PM
New Zealand39 years in Taupiri - no problems. 3 weeks in Huntly and $40,000 worth of bikes vanishOne of the stolen bikes was a Triumph that was only purchased six weeks ago.29 Oct 11:40 PM
EntertainmentNZ rocker will fight theft chargesThe controversial rocker was charged with shoplifting from a Sydney supermarket.29 Oct 03:28 AM