PremiumPremiumBusinessAnti-Corruption Taskforce could expand to private sectorDirty meth money less a concern than NZ's global reputation as new taskforce launched.18 Jul 04:54 AM
New ZealandStash of ammo, meth, sawn-off shotgun found in BMW on 1am drive on North ShoreA 22-year-old is due to appear in court on weapon and drugs charges.14 Jul 10:25 PM
PremiumPoliticsMinister considers compensation for owners of banned bitcoin ATMsThe Government is living up to its Regulatory Standards Bill and considering compensation.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I am scared of drug money': Money launderer's staff complained cash was wet, sticky01 Jul 08:00 AM
WorldKiwis, Aussies world's biggest users of cocaine, says UN agencyGlobal consumption of the illicit drug at record level, agency says in latest report.26 Jun 10:50 PM
New ZealandBorder bust: 1.6 tonnes of cocaine, meth and MDMA seized at border so far this year Wastewater testing across NZ has shown significant increase in methamphetamine everywhere.26 Jun 05:34 AM
New ZealandPolice seize vehicles and cash during Gisborne meth search warrantsPolice seize cash, cars and motorcycles in a Gisborne methamphetamine operation 26 Jun 04:12 AM
WorldKiwi man charged after cocaine blocks found in suitcase at Sydney AirportOfficers found 10kg of cocaine and over $10,000 in the man's luggage. 22 Jun 04:16 AM
New ZealandMeth, ammunition, homemade taser seized in dawn police raidArmed Offenders Squad and drug detector dogs executed two search warrants on Wednesday.19 Jun 04:30 AM
New ZealandEx-Outlaws leader bought guns for protection while on parole, sold meth to pay for themThe convicted drug dealer was a friend of murdered Outlaws president Peter Lui. 18 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSecurity expert acknowledges theft risk at radioactive waste site The facility stores radioactive waste near NZDF assets in Manawatu.16 Jun 05:00 PM
CrimeCoconuts and meth: The story behind NZ's largest pseudoephedrine prosecutionJudge dismissed businessman's claim that he'd never heard of NZ's drug trade.15 Jun 06:00 AM
CrimeHow an Australian ex-banker's NZ visit resulted in a prison sentencePolice caught pair red-handed after they were flown to Auckland for a cocaine burglary.14 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandWhiff of cannabis during traffic stop leads to drugs convictions for young mumThe 22-year-old mother of three came to court prepared to go to prison. 10 Jun 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Insider threat': NZ and Pacific being corrupted by organised crime - expertsExperts recommend a national anti-corruption agency to investigate reports of bribery.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTenants grew cannabis but landlord who allegedly owned other grow houses avoids prosecutionConvicted brothers tried to shift responsibility for drug operation during trial. 08 Jun 08:00 AM
CrimeGangster altered ankle bracelet to look like he was at home while running drugs, 3D gunsHe was given mercy after a coordinated prison attack left him with possible brain damage.08 Jun 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Life imprisonment': Teen faces harsh penalty after $5m drug bust at borderA teenager was arrested at Auckland Airport, allegedly carrying 15kg of meth and cocaine.06 Jun 06:29 AM
CrimeChurch-going bank employee led secret life laundering $3m for meth syndicateHe was a literal poster boy for ASB but also corrupted colleagues, collected P shipments.01 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandInside the $1b drug haul by NZ-led naval task force in Middle EastThe haul included one tonne of heroin and 660kg of hashish.29 May 03:24 AM
New ZealandCustoms seizes 130kg of cocaine from shipping container at Port of TaurangaThe Class A drug was worth up to $50.44 million. 27 May 04:32 AM
WorldBritish woman accused of smuggling deadly drug made from human bonesCharlotte May Lee, 21, claims the drugs were planted in suitcases without her knowledge.25 May 08:00 AM
Crime'Sparks flying': Head Hunters associate crashed through school gates in spiked, stolen AudiHe has since sobered up and re-evaluated his life choices, his lawyer says.25 May 06:00 AM
Crime'Stop ringing and calling people': Gang member tells mum while arranging drug dropSherryn Erikson’s home in Blockhouse Bay was used as the drop-off point in Auckland.21 May 04:47 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Meth crisis needs a collaborative approachWe must support those on the frontline of this complex and growing emergency.19 May 05:00 PM
CrimeMan's bedroom meth stash enough to supply Wellington region for two monthsHe failed to convince a judge that the stash was to feed his own addiction.15 May 08:00 AM
New ZealandRaccoon caught with crack pipeA woman has been arrested after her pet raccoon was found with a crack pipe in her car.Watch07 May 07:19 PM
