$7m cocaine bust: Auckland police smash Australian organised crime cell
Two men arrested after $7 million worth of cocaine found in shipping container.
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Man who kicked fatally stabbed MMA fighter in head refused home detention
Kevin 'Honey Badger' Hay was a popular martial arts instructor with 70,000 followers.
Posie Parker assault case: Tomato juice protester Eliana Golberstein pleads guilty
Her lawyer says he will be seeking a discharge without conviction.
Woman loses ability to move legs after ‘nangs’ nitrous oxide overdose
Auckland woman says she was using nitrous oxide to numb the pain of a back injury.
Mt Albert house fire causing disruptions, roads closed as smoke billows
Neighbours said they grabbed their passports and bolted when they saw the flames.
Destiny Church disciple charged with historical sexual assaults involving teenagers
The accused man is due to appear in Manukau District Court next week.
Māori name changes proposed for Auckland suburbs
Submissions on the proposals are now open.
Assistant principal who gave students sex toys facing criminal charges
Seelan Ramiah sent naked pictures of himself to a student and a colleague.
Police ask for sightings of missing man Hirender Chandel
Chandel was last seen on May 31, and his family are concerned about his welfare.
Traffic building up after breakdown in Waterview tunnel
The New Zealand Transport Agency said motorists should allow extra time.
$4b fund to fix 62,000 road potholes nationwide
More than $2 billion in funding will go towards fixing state highway potholes.
New Lynn, Henderson bus station assaults: Children as young as 10 arrested
School kids been attacked while waiting for their buses, creating fear in the community.
'It's pretty scary': Man taking out rubbish confronted by gunmen in Akl house shooting
Photos show a hole in the garage door and a car littered with shotgun pellets.
SkyCity shares tumble on suspended dividend, profit downgrade
Casino company cites the “challenging” economy and problems in Adelaide.
'Shocked': Home on 'family street' targeted in drive-by shooting
Police are keeping 'an open mind' on whether the two shootings overnight are linked.
Police investigating after young person injured in 'incident' at Auckland park
One patient was taken to Middlemore Hospital with moderate injuries.
Lotto Powerball jackpots to record must-win $50 million on Saturday
The big prize wasn't struck on Wednesday and is up for grabs this weekend.
'Just mean': Entire exhibition at Auckland photography festival stolen overnight
Photographer Jon Carapiet labels criminal action 'a bit extreme'.
Court orders longer sentence for teen who raped stranger in bushes at Albert Park
Peter Kosetatino initially sought home detention and permanent name suppression.
Car fall victim had tried to flee moving car in past, 14yo witness says at manslaughter trial
Katelyn Rua-Tuhou had a history of fleeing moving vehicles when drunk, defence claims.
Watch: Dramatic car fire causes gridlock on motorway ahead of rush hour
Motorists face lengthy delays after a car burst into flames on SH16.
'Hear the grinding metal': Motorist recounts dramatic chase on rims
Three police cars were wrecked and three motorway lines were closed during the incident.
Brothers Beer liquidation: Major bank among creditors owed money
The pre-pandemic business was popular and expanded hospitality outlets from one to seven.
Airport baggage handler admits he was part of crime syndicate accused of $50m meth import scheme
Kimela Piukana helped divert the illicit bundles from overseas commercial flights.
Assistant principal offered students sex toys at school
Seelan Ramiah abused his position of authority for his own sexual gratification.
Police investigating ‘unexplained death’ in Whangaparāoa
A woman was found unresponsive at around 8pm last night.
GP sounds alarm over hospital delays: ‘We don’t know what the real wait time is’
Patients are told they'll be seen in six weeks, but wait months.
'Headed in right direction': Police Minister, Commissioner say crime is falling in downtown Akl
Foot patrols in the central city
Precinct Properties' $300m-plus Auckland splurge
Plans for 350 apartments at Downtown Carpark, a further 500 on Queen St, more in Mt Eden.
'It's not safe': Auckland residents demand more cops in city
Auckland residents are getting frustrated at the lack of protection in the CBD.
'Cynical': Passengers fume at Jetstar's ’low speed‘ claim after tarmac emergency
A counselling service has been set up for passengers on the affected flight.
Three police cars damaged in fleeing driver incident that closed three Northern Motorway lanes
Three southbound lanes just after Tristram Ave are blocked.
Whai Rawa vs Parnell Terraces: Appeal Court rules for Māori leasehold landowner
Apartment owners' body corporate chairman expressed disappointment with the decision.
Man recalls moment partner opened door on motorway and fell to her death
Prosecution says kidnap and manslaughter accused is suffering selective amnesia.