Two-week search for missing Auckland woman called off
The search for a 79-year-old Auckland woman in the Pureora Forest near Taupo is suspended.
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Truck fire leads to temporary closure on Waikato Expressway
Motorists are advised to expect delays and use an alternative route where possible.
Dirt bike rider critically injured in crash on major thoroughfare
It's the second serious motorcycle crash in the region in 24 hours.
'System failure': Whakaari response review reveals 'confusion'
It also found little or no national recovery co-ordination and no solid plan.
Police seek information on man related to alleged Beach Haven kidnapping
He is described as being 166 centimetres tall, of thin build and should not be approached.
Northland police seek witnesses after horror two-car crash in Waipu
Seven people were injured in the crash and four of them were children.
Police release names of those killed in Easter Weekend Lake Pukaki crash
Friends and family have paid tribute to the crash victims.
Fire crews called to 'out of control' burn-off
'We’ve got two crews from Whanganui in attendance at the moment.'
Watch: Recycling plant catches fire in Auckland
A witness described seeing black smoke everywhere.
Fire chief says Waipu crash was 'difficult' scene as drivers trapped and children hurt
'It’s been a while since we attended a serious incident of this nature.'
Friends pay tribute to ex-army man who died in horror crash
'Woody was a real genuine Kiwi who loved to ride and loved his mates.'
Surfer shares heartfelt thanks after reunion with rescuers
A reunion for surfer who suffered a cardiac arrest in the waves at Mangawhai Heads.
Watch: Armed police storm Leo Molloy’s waterfront bar to arrest alleged kidnappers
Police found the injured woman at an address in nearby Greenhithe.
'Ear-splitting': Gunshot heard before woman kidnapped from North Shore address
Police found the injured woman at an address in nearby Greenhithe.
Colleagues join the search for fisherman in the water off Hawke's Bay coast
How a fishing vessel crew member ended up missing remains unclear.
Man, 62, accused of brutal machete attack inside hospital ED
It is understood the victim required emergency surgery following the attack.
'Something horrific': Man suffers skull fracture in bloody ED machete attack
The victim allegedly suffered a severe laceration to his head and a fractured skull.
Fourth person dies following horror Pukaki crash; road toll climbs to seven
The official Easter holiday period began at 4pm on Thursday and ends at 6am on Tuesday.
One dead in three-vehicle crash in Marlborough, Easter holiday road toll moves to six
The fatal crash brought the Easter holiday road toll to six.
Gisborne police declare war on ‘anti-social’ drivers
Gisborne police have launched a crack down on 'anti-social' drivers.
Fire in vacant Whanganui building under investigation
“When we arrived, it was well involved."
One person thrown from vehicle in single-vehicle crash in Bay of Plenty
The highway remains open to northbound traffic.
'Lie': Mum thought her son died from overdose until she saw police footage
Karen Goodwin trusted the police and paramedics were there to help her son.
Sushi shop stabbing: Locals return to Browns Bay centre after body removed
The victim is recovering in hospital.
Sushi shop attack: Police remove stabber's body
Police say their scene examination is almost over.
Crash pair remain in hospital after motorists doused one injured man with water
Critically-injured man in his 30s flown to hospital by rescue helicopter after crash.
'Didn't deserve that': Sushi shop owner hospitalised after stabbing; assailant dead
Assailant dead at the scene, say police who remain at the scene.
Inmates and staff get food poisoning from curry at British prison
Some prisoners were slurring their words, giddy and in distress.
Gisborne brawl deaths: Tangi under way for victim
The incident on Saturday night left two dead and three critically injured.
Gisborne brawl deaths: Assault charge upgraded to cause grievous bodily harm
Incident on Saturday night left two dead and three critically injured
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SOS: Fears lives may be lost if council cuts emergency services funding
NRC's plans will see Northland's emergency services scramble to make up $1.11m annually.
'Loving dad': Man killed in Gisborne party brawl had recently become a father
The brawl was sparked when two uninvited guests turned up at a 21st birthday celebration.
'Tragically taken': Man celebrating 21st birthday and gang member killed in Gisborne brawl
Family members said he was 'taken from us on what was meant to be his special night'.