'Fringe groups’: Local politicians to get home security funding as threats increase
More abuse means they'll be eligible for funded home security systems up to $4500.
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Rising concerns: Northland's alleged homicide rate surpasses 2024 total
As of May 1, Northland had the highest number of alleged homicides out of each district.
Man sentenced to 19 months’ prison for punching woman's teeth through cheek, inciting suicide
Glen Lang suggested in a message after the assault that the victim kill herself.
'Warzone': Daughter describes walking into bloodied scene in mother's home
Julia DeLuney is accused of killing her mother and staging the scene before she left.
'Absolute disgrace': Killer deemed insane when he stabbed 'kind, loving' family man
Patrick Reweti's grieving mother: “There’s no justice. Not in this country anyway.”
'I wouldn’t buy Black Power weed': Ex-mobster suffers baton-attack over alleged $25 drug debt
Two Black Power associates went into his home and he was hit around the head with a baton.
Diddy trial nears end as both sides rest cases, closing arguments next
The final phases of the high-profile proceedings have been ushered in.
'Significant amount of blood:' Paramedics recount grisly scene in Wellington murder trial
Julia DeLuney is accused of killing her 79-year-old mother Helen Gregory in 2024.
Serial sex offender's 4.5 year prison sentence 'manifestly excessive', court told
The prosecutor said Fairgray's offending was “calculated and careful”.
Suspect in McCann case to be released early after fine paid
Christian Brueckner's release moved to September 17 after a fine was paid.
'It will be the end of his career': Auckland musician who abused ex fights for anonymity
Some music industry members filed affidavits in support of the man.
'Peculiar way': Murder victim had $50,000 cash hidden in her freezer
Julia DeLuney is on trial for allegedly killing her mother, Helen Gregory, 79, in 2024.
Daughter denies violently killing elderly mum, staging scene to look like a fall
The Crown says the former school teacher was facing financial difficulties at the time.
Neighbours heard cries for help as security guard beaten to death in Auckland reserve
Lorenzo Tangira pleaded guilty to murder today. It was set to be the start of his trial.
Bride dies, guests wounded in wedding shooting in France
Armed men attacked a wedding in Goult, killing one and injuring three others.
Man, 23, turns himself in after Auckland market stabbing
He faces two charges of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
'Naughty' parolee holding woman at gunpoint left after telling off from toddler
He had earlier been locked up for outrageously dangerous driving. It was caught on video.
New Zealander arrested in France charged with attempted murder of political activist
Laotian political activist Joseph Akaravong was stabbed – allegedly by a Kiwi.
'Deeply concerning': Man pulls knife on woman on Wellington street, police appeal for help
The victim was uninjured and ran for help to a nearby house to phone police.
Video shows man being slammed against stall during night market assault, goods flying
Two people were critically injured at the Pakūranga Night Market yesterday.
Family of man who died after incident with police push for officer body cameras
A petition for police body cameras has gained nearly 15,000 signatures.
'He was trying to kill me': Bus driver punched, choked as passengers lash out
And a 14-year-old boy punched a driver after he missed a turn near Tauranga Boys' College.
Night market horror: Two critically injured in serious incident, police hunt offender
Police say they are following lines of inquiry to catch the offender.
Australian sailor with genital herpes removes condom during sex
He admitted not disclosing his genital herpes to the victim.
'I wouldn't wish it on anyone': Why are victims having to wait until 2027 for justice?
Nine homicide cases this year have added to the delays in the High Court at Whangārei.
Police seek man after 'deeply concerning' attack on popular Porirua trail
The woman was shaken by the incident.
Tūrangi homicide investigation: Man arrested after woman found dead
The 27-year-old is expected to appear in court today.
One 'critical' after assault in suburban Auckland, as police hunt suspect
Hato Hone St John sent an ambulance and two rapid response units to help.
Woman, 66, arrested after film director killed ‘for diamond Rolex’
The director, Jennifer Abbott, was found stabbed at her London home last week.
Serial rapist jailed for life, may have targeted 50+ women
London court sentences Zhenhao Zou after he drugged and raped 10 women.
Second person charged with interference in teen homicide investigation
The 21-year-old woman allegedly instructed someone to destroy evidence.
Karen Read found not guilty of police officer boyfriend's murder
The jury deliberated for 21 hours before delivering the verdict.
'Serious and violent': Six injured in brawl after burnout confrontation
A 22-year-old was charged with aggravated robbery.