Hamilton police launch investigation after man critically injured in early morning assault
The man is now in a critical but stable condition in hospital.
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Police arrest two men after violent death of Boy Taylor in Napier’s CBD
'Police cannot rule out the possibility of further arrests and charges.'
Watch: Auckland bar brawl erupts after man allegedly punches woman for refusing dance
Headquarters owner Leo Molloy has offered to compensate the young victim and her father.
'Gratuitous and unprovoked': Thief jailed for fatal attack on 60yo who wanted stolen car back
The victim was backing away when he was hit with a blindside punch.
'She panicked': Mum feared OT uplift after brothers' brutal fight over Lego
The children needed medical assistance but the parents failed to take them.
Coromandel murder-accused’s pigs to be moved to Wellington
An animal welfare group is coming to collect around 40 of the 'pet pigs'.
'Absolutely disgusting': Father of teen fatally run down outside nightclub reacts to parole decision
The male defendant appeared before the Parole Board for the first time today.
Women charged over violent death of 8yo Rickah’Shae named
The boy died in November following an alleged assault.
Third murder charge laid after man found dead at Levin park
There have now been three men charged with murder.
'The kids won't shut up': Court cuts sentence for mum who killed infant, condemns absent dad
'The kids won't be safe,' she had previously warned her ex-partner.
Fears Coromandel murder-accused's pigs will be 'targets for hunters'
A Givealittle page made an 'urgent appeal' for their safety.
'Character from a horror movie': Man's horrific assault injuries described in court
The victims were enjoying Christmas drinks with workmates before the unprovoked attack.
Trainer kicks horse in genitals - avoids conviction, name suppressed
The judge wants further information before convicting him on child assault charges.
Arrest warrant issued after ex-reality TV star skips sentencing to attend gig
The judge said he wouldn't let the court be 'an absolute laughing stock'.
'Not one bit of respect': Killer's antics torment victim’s family
Lance Hall fatally stabbed father-of-two Jason McNae at an apartment complex.
Alleged Coromandel shooter named as victim's family come together to grieve
Stuart Edmondson made a brief appearance in the High Court this morning.
'CCTV crucial': Police call for evidence after gang murder
Warnings issued for traffic disruption around Wellington during the funeral procession.
Teen in custody after alleged quadruple homicide of family in New Mexico
US teen, 16, allegedly kills family; charged with four counts of first-degree murder.
'Armed and dangerous': Suspect wanted in slaying of ex-gang boss
Anyone harbouring or protecting Wipuhara Kapene could be prosecuted.
Women’s Refuge gearing up for 'busiest time of the year'
Experts warn a lack of services and high deprivation fuel domestic violence in Northland.
Jamie Foxx needing facial stitches after glass thrown at him in birthday dinner
It comes days after the actor detailed mystery illness that left him in hospital.
Five killed by 'lone gunman’ around French migrant camp
All those killed reportedly received 'precise shots to the head'.
Coromandel shooting: Name suppression for man charged with murder, attempted murder
Man appears in court after fatal shooting in remote rural location.
Kiwi rugby player jailed for French gang rape
Three players jailed for 12 to 14 years over gang rape of student after drunken night out.
One killed, one critical in Coromandel incident, Kiwibank predicts growth | NZ Herald News Update
A 77yo man has been charged with murder and attempted murder after an incident in Waiau, Coromandel yesterday. Kiwibank predicts growth in 2025, record migrant numbers leave NZ.
Home detention for ex-Killer Beez member who planned rogue hit on rival gang member
The judge said the defendant has a tough road ahead after handing in his patch.
Lake Hāwea neighbour heard screams on day woman found dead
Karen Gaylene White died in March. The homicide investigation started in November.
Fateful call: Skipper told sandbar decision 'the one you regret the most'
Kevin McQuire pleaded guilty earlier this year over Clarks Beach boating tragedy.
Son revealed as murder-accused of woman found dead in her home
Jennifer Sheehan's family were left 'shocked and utterly lost for words' after her death.
Trump administration keen to re-examine JFK assassination
Robert F Kennedy wants Amaryllis Fox Kennedy to be the spy agency’s second-in-command.
Man ran down teen the same day he was in court for running down elderly woman
He suffered multiple fractures and internal injuries and was left fighting for his life.
Christopher Luxon left in the dark about assault
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said he only learned that about an alleged indecent assault of two women by members of a visiting Vietnamese delegation this morning.
Man allegedly points gun at South Auckland resident, flees
The alleged offender was arrested in Māngere, found with cannabis and shotgun cartridges.
Blanket carefully hung in prison yard to conceal violent bashing of inmate
The prison assault was only the beginning of Jason Osborne's latest bout of offending.