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Armed police incident: Charges after police station windows smashed
Police allege a pickaxe was found nearby; the suspect is due in court today.
Fake cop: Teen impersonates police officer at hospital
He parked his ex-cop car in a police spot and probed staff for a security guard's details.
Vape products taken in alleged robbery – police seek footage
Officers arrested one person at a Tauranga address today.
Eruptions, quakes, tsunamis: Barry's journey to policing legend
His contributions include work on the Christchurch earthquake and the Whakaari eruption.
‘Horrific experience’: Canadian hockey coach admits causing crash that injured players
Her name suppression was dropped when she appeared in court in Tauranga today.
Man charged after alleged break-in at Murupara police station
A man broke into the unmanned Murupara police station at 6:45am yesterday.
Man in custody after allegedly forcing his way into unmanned police station
Armed police were called to the scene but police say there was no public danger.
Man charged with manslaughter, unlawful hunting after Kawerau man’s death
A man will appear in the Rotorua District Court accused of Stuart Stobie's manslaughter.
Police seek witness to fatal motorbike crash
A motorbike collided with a car, causing the car to flip.
Driver charged after 12 people injured in crash between van and SUV on SH5
Four ambulances and four helicopters were sent to the scene.
Public warned not to approach wanted man
Police seek Sam Te Puni Tainui, 28, with a warrant for arrest.
Wild goose chase: Report of swimmers in distress sparks rescue mission
Rescue teams in Tauranga responded to reports of swimmers in distress.
Property Insider: $7 billion Asia-Pacific fund hunts in NZ
Data centres, warehouses, offices, properties under mortgagee sale: asset classes named.
SH25 cleared after after logging truck hit power pole near Whangamatā
Police said contractors were at the scene and there were no reports of injuries.
‘Legend’: ‘Bloody good cop’ who targeted gangs dies
Dennis Murphy was known for his dedication to catching gang members and drug dealers.
‘Thuds’ from man's punches as he attacked ex-partner heard by golfer 50m away
A man was playing golf when he heard screaming; he looked up and saw a woman being beaten.
Homicide probe: Man found dead on doorstep
Police urge anyone with information to call 105.
Police investigate ‘unexplained’ death in Bay of Plenty
Police urge anyone with information to call 105.
Arrests made after burglary accused walk past police station
In total, four people are before the courts after three separate burglaries in Waihī.
Three arrests following Te Puke tangi
A dozen infringement notices were also served after the tangi.
Logging truck trailer rolls off road near Whangamatā
The road was partially blocked.
'Attacked' with rocks: Man spends $5k on lights, cameras after council 'inaction'
The damage has been so severe that the resident received a $28K insurance payout.
Police seek witnesses with footage before fatal Waikato motorcycle crash
The crash involved a red Triumph Rocket III motorcycle.
Road workers stop alleged drunk driver with baby on board
Police have thanked the crew for their 'vigilant reporting'.
Critical injuries after SH30 crash involving truck
Emergency services were called to State Highway 30 at Rotoiti Forest.
'Kill him': Armed mobster on meth-fuelled rampage held 74yo man hostage
He was fleeing police when he broke into the pensioner's home and assaulted him.
‘Fear and anxiety’ for locals fed up with beach parties
Beach parties and drinking in public have Mount locals calling for a full liquor ban.