David Williams is an Auckland-based Multimedia Journalist.
David joined the Herald in 2023 having previously worked at Newstalk ZB. He was born in the United Kingdom but grew up in Auckland. In 2022, he completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies, majoring in journalism, from Auckland University of Technology. David covers breaking news and topics such as New Zealanders on the ground in Ukraine to Kiwis caught in the New Caledonia riots, October 7 and the Taiwan earthquake. You can contact David at david.williams@nzme.co.nz
'Apex predator': Shark expert's warning after diver killed at great white hot spot
Family members have described victim Jade Dixon as 'tough as old boots'.
Watch: 'Terrifying' home invasion attempt on woman in wheelchair, police a no-show
Police told the 74-year-old to file an online crime report.
'Saw her hanging there': Auckland truck driver saves woman falling on to motorway
The incident closed the Southern Motorway, with thousands of rush-hour motorists stranded.
The Auckland suburb which became a 'supermarket for offenders'. How police responded
Burglaries and car thefts have plagued local residents.
Brief respite from wet weather before showers return, warning for holiday motorists
The middle of the country is forecast to see the most showers during the week.
Immigration NZ assessing visa application for far-right conspiracy theorist after Aus snub
'She seems to have an unhealthy preoccupation with Jews.'
Power cuts, slips in Lower North Island as wild weather strikes the country
Cold temperatures are forecast to plague much of the South Island.
Watch: Video shows Kiwi-national arrested for 'violent' disruption on transtasman flight
An unruly passenger was taken off the plane by AFP in Melbourne.
Watch: Video shows passenger's 'frightening' mid-air disruption on Air New Zealand flight
An unruly passenger was taken off the plane by AFP in Melbourne.
Watch: Dramatic ocean rescue after man slid 100m down scree-filled gully
The person had slid 100m down a scree-filled gully to the bottom.
Youths leave Wiri justice facility roof, PM pulls no punches on earlier demands
The facility is the same site where a group were guided down with fast food last year.
'Your last chance': Time running out for Kiwis to see once-in-80,000-year comet
'It will likely be your last chance to see the brightest comet in a decade.'
'Maybe we were the security incident': Air NZ passenger describes Sydney bomb scare ordeal
Passengers disembarked two rows at a time and went through a long security process.
'His home was going fishing': Father-of-four dies in Manukau Harbour boating accident
Police said six other people were recovered from the water.
Stunning photos capture huge supermoon over New Zealand
The supermoon appears larger and brighter than normal full moons.
'The sweet spot': Best times, places for Kiwis to see once-in-a-lifetime comet
Astronomer recommends leaving the city and heading west for rare sighting.
'Once in a lifetime': Kiwis have chance to see comet reappearing after 80,000 years
The best chance to see the comet would be to leave the city and head west.
Life support turned off: Grieving mother of Wellington assault victim says he was hit from behind
'He took my life', says the grieving mother of a young man killed in Wellington.
Young Kiwi woman drugged, sexually assaulted during Indonesian holiday
The woman, 23, has warned female travellers not to travel alone and not accept drinks.
Kiwi mother describes harrowing escape from war-torn Lebanon
The Dunedin resident received help from the NZ embassy in Cairo.
One resident worried about shaking caused Wellington apartment block evacuation
The building's developer says 'this was in its truest sense, a false alarm'.
Wellington apartment block evacuated due to concerns after quake
Residents said they felt 'shaking', hours after a 5.7 magnitude quake struck.
'You’re at the desperation stage': Wellington man’s 11-hour wait with sick daughter in A&E
He said an 11-hour wait was not unusual for what they saw.
'This is home': Kiwis in Israel determined to stay despite MFAT warnings, threat of regional war
Iran shot nearly 200 projectiles at Israel early on Wednesday NZ time.
'Waiting and in pain': Auckland man describes seven-hour ordeal in Middlemore A&E
He was met with a 15m-long queue upon arrival at the hospital.
Auckland daycare requests child’s removal over multiple allergic reactions
The Ministry of Education is processing a complaint regarding the daycare.
RSA left redfaced after blackface incident apologises, says it was 'worn in innocence'
“We did not pick up that it had the potential to offend."
'Incredibly disappointing': RSA bosses condemn Matamata blackface incident, issue apology
The Waikato district president is working through the issue with the unrepentant branch.
'It's called humour': Waikato RSA defends guest who sported blackface at quiz night
The blackface costume choice has been labelled insensitive and racist but not funny.
'Absolutely thrilled': Kiwi Tenby Powell donates 16 ambulances to Ukrainian army
The fully-stocked emergency vehicles will transport injured soldiers and civilians.
North Island faces heavy rain after South Island snow dump
Waitomo, Taumarunui, Taupo, Taihape and Taranaki may face the brunt of the rain.
'Loved him to bits': One dead, three others wounded in Auckland shooting
Armed police swarm Tuarangi Rd, Eagle helicopter up, big cordons.
Inquiry under way after vessel runs aground on Westport beach
The vessel had been anchored offshore for the past week, unable to come into port.
Specialist tugs will attempt to refloat grounded barge from Westport beach
The vessel had been anchored offshore for the past week, unable to come into port.
'Wisdom and restraint': New Zealand joins calls for calm in Venezuela
Government officials have begun a violent crackdown following protests.
Former NZ pro cyclist who died in China was a ‘humble guy’ who ‘loved adventures’
Nathan Dahlberg competed in 1988 and 1989 Tour de France and 1990 Giro d’Italia.
'They just didn't care': Car towed with beloved Fox Terrier still inside
The dog's owners were out for dinner on Dominion Rd when their car, and pet, was towed.
'All of a sudden they were gone': Sabine family neighbour recalls parents leaving kids home alone
Police found the husband's mummified corpse in their backyard in 2015.
'Sounded like a handgun': Shooting victim dies in van in East Auckland
At least 14 police cars, armed oficers and the Eagle helicopter are in attendance.
'Mix of frustration and pride': NZ Venezuelans meet in rain and cold for anti-Maduro protests
Results of the election remain disputed with widespread claims of fraud and corruption.
'Need to know they’re not alone': Kiwi-Ukrainians urge solidairty on Independence Day
The day will mark more than two-and-a-half years since the illegal Russian invasion.
'Preyed upon': Woolworths shopper demands action over unclear parking after $400 tow fee
The car park in question features sensors on spots that alert a tow company.
'Have progress, have a future': NZ Venezuelans hope for end to election chaos
International observers dispute President Nicolas Maduro's claim of electoral victory.
'Six feet from her head': Alleged drunk driver crashes into Auckland home, narrowly misses girl
The driver allegedly blew almost four times the legal alcohol limit.
'Still very wobbly': Dog which accidently ingested meth and MDMA slowly recovers
The pet terrier still needs to be on anti-seizure meds after her ordeal.
'Beautiful human being': Mother and daughter killed travelling back from netball tournament
She had been coaching an under-17 girls' team at a tri-nations tournament.
'A miracle': Tradie escapes gunfire by millimetres in Beach Haven shooting
The unsuspecting tradie was sitting in his ute when someone opened fire on his vehicle.
Exclusive: Drive-by shooting targets home of mother of alleged Auckland gang boss
The shooting came after a post-funeral Rebels ride through the territory of another gang.
'Three strong bangs': Māngere cul-de-sac residents describe latest drive-by shooting
One neighbour said she no longer feels safe living on the street.
'Road cone mania': Auckland Mayor says law changes needed to fix city's traffic management woes
Auckland Council is spending $145m a year on road cones and managing traffic.
'Billions could be lost': How global IT outage could take days to fix
One IT expert said the outage could have a financial flow-on effect.
'Devastated': Store owner speechless after car crashes through doors, catches alight
She said this is the fourth time her store has been targeted this year.
'Tears in the crowd': Te Anau Tennis Club buzzing after Lulu Sun's Wimbledon win
The 23-year-old beat former US Open champion Emma Raducanu in her Round of 16 match.
‘Beautiful person’: Woman who died climbing Mt Ruapehu was young Auckland uni scientist
Wednesday Davis graduated in 2022 with a Masters in Marine Science and worked at the uni.
'Definitely won't forget it': Dog hit by car fleeing police and tossed 4m into air
Three witnesses tried to flag down police to help find the stricken animal.
'I don't care': Russia bans 36 more Kiwis, including mayors, professors
These sanctions come a month after the Government announced more sanctions against Russia.
Tributes flow for Auckland man killed while walking dog
He died at the scene despite CPR efforts.
'Miracle treatment': Breast cancer patient hopes new drug available soon
The Auckland woman was first diagnosed during a 2020 Covid-19 lockdown.
Stricken Aratere docks at Picton Harbour, KiwiRail boss defends ships
The Maritime Union said the incident could have been a disaster in different weather.
'I'd take my own family on': KiwiRail boss defends ships after Aratere refloated
The Maritime Union said the incident could have been a disaster in different weather.
'Still on edge': Auckland bordello reopens after rent stoush
The madam said the landlord must go to arbitration to resolve a dispute.
'Blindsided': Kiwi parents may have lost millions after Nasa space camp firm collapse
Parents were pressured to pay the full amount up front in return for a 5 per cent saving.
'Makes me feel sick': School principal blasts Actura NZ after cancelled space school trip
One student won a scholarship for the trip after being rescued during Cyclone Gabrielle.
Rocket Lab to the rescue after Nasa space camp firm's collapse
Most families have lost between $9000 and $13,000 following the collapse.
'Left us with nothing': More parents come forward after Nasa space camp firm's collapse
One family said they already paid $13,000 before receiving the cancellation email.
'Devastated': NZ families lose thousands after space school tour company fails
Some parents had already paid as much as $12,000 before the closure was announced.
Kiwi Ukrainians want Government to attend Global Peace Summit
More than 50 world leaders have confirmed they will attend the international event.
'Build a just peace': Mark Mitchell to attend Global Peace Summit for Ukraine
More than 50 countries have confirmed they are attending the conference in Lake Lucerne.
Dead, missing and kidnapped: Ukrainian Kiwis remember children caught in war
World Vision estimates three million affected children require humanitarian aid.