Security officer dodges conviction after entering court dressed in police-style gear
The man wanted to be seen as part of the government enforcement scene, a judge said.
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Watch: Four injured after car ends up in ditch on rural Christchurch road
Commuters should expect delays on Shands Rd as emergency services attend to a crash.
John MacDonald: Mickey Mouse police vetting needs to change
OPINION: Five-year-old Malachi Subecz was fatally beaten by his caregiver.
Watch: ‘Fort Knox’ Gun City ram raided, ammo strewn across the store
Police hunting for four people who smashed a car into gun store.
Watch: ‘Fort Knox’ Gun City ram raided, ammo strewn across the store
Police hunting for four people who smashed a car into gun store.
Woman who doused love rival with coffee in street row could face prison time
A woman admitted dousing love rival in hot coffee just hours after appearing in court.
Black Ferns triumph shows the way to heal our social divisions
The Black Ferns showed us how to be united again. Where else can we find common ground?
Police seek vehicle linked to Invercargill gang shootings
One of the shootings left two teenagers seriously injured.
Ali Adams: Christchurch makes a giant leap in global start-up rankings
OPINION: Christchurch is an ideal place to locate for software and data.
Greymouth man and woman charged with dealing meth
The pair will reappear in Greymouth District Court this month.
Police release further details on former mayor Tim Shadbolt’s driver licence suspension
In April 2021, the former nine-time Invercargill mayor lost his licence.
Gore’s deputy mayor resigns after call to fire him
Gore District deputy mayor Stewart MacDonell has resigned from the role.
‘Dunedin sound’ musician Hamish Kilgour missing
Police say he was last seen at the Palms Shopping Mall in Christchurch on Sunday.
John MacDonald: Local solutions needed for Christchurch’s CBD
OPINION: We’d be dreaming if we thought the Government was going to solve this one for us.
Police not ruling out possibility of expanding helicopter support for Christchurch
The Eagle Helicopter was deployed for five weeks in the city back in 2020.
Husband who killed wife’s new lover loses appeal
Wife’s infidelity was direct attack on his 'male ego and manhood', killer claimed.
Man stole remote control from church, returned for TV
The offending happened on different days between September 15 and 30 this year.
Chch terrorist's reasons for appealing conviction and sentence revealed
The Christchurch mosque gunman claims he only pleaded guilty 'under duress'.
Christchurch police announce the seizure of gang headquarters
Police initially restrained the property in 2017, following investigations the year prior.
Study shows teachers lack time and prioritisation of sex education in school
University of Canterbury expert believes there's an inconsistent approach to teaching it.
Insurance boss tells businesses to protect themselves as ram raid claims spike
Ninety per cent of NZ Insurance claims have been in the North Island.
Pot in the post: Man couriers cannabis to parents - the long nose of the law found it
"We've intercepted a package, do you know what it's about?" - police to sender.
Jewellery store smash and grab with hammer lands teen a conviction
The teenager threatened a staff member with a hammer before fleeing with jewellery.
Watch: ‘Almost certain fatality’ - Horrifying near-miss caught on camera
Nelson motorist's reckless move has left viewers shocked, with drivers inches from death.
‘Enough is enough’: Business owners demand immediate action on crime
Eighty businesses have come forward to sign joint letter to Government, demanding change.
Steve Hansen reveals 2019 World Cup selection regret
Ben Smith forced former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen into a rare admission
Heart breakthrough: NZ develops global-first rapid heart-attack test
Ground-breaking treatment now being rolled out across NZ hospitals.
Storm warning: Thunderstorms, hail to pummel North Island; heavy rain set to drench Fieldays
An intense band of rain packed with lightning is bearing down on the North Island.
Miraculous escape after SUV catches fire on motorway
Smoke was noticed by the car behind the vehicle.
John MacDonald: I feel for the parents, but the child has to come first
Opinion: Health NZ seeks guardianship of a 4-month-old for life-saving operation.
Two people hospitalised after crash in Wairau Valley
Three people have sustained minor injuries.
Watch: 'He just floored it' - Woman's hit and run caught on camera
The woman suffered cracked ribs and a concussion - and the driver is still at large.
Residents unite to fight planned social housing complex
The 110-home development includes five-storey apartment blocks.
Damning new details reveal cops were not at any risk before they killed Christian Glass
The details come days after two US deputies were indicted and dismissed.