Arrest made in Ōtara homicide enquiry
"Despite attempts to provide medical assistance, he died at the scene."
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Delays on Auckland's motorways following crashes
Crashes on Southern Motorway and Harbour Bridge are slowing down the morning commute.
Coronavirus: NZ patient says her husband has also tested positive
'We've had very, very very, few symptoms,' says Kiwi mum infected with coronavirus.
One critically hurt as armed police reportedly swarm south of Auckland
Tuakau locals have reported armed police and ambulances near the town's cemetery.
Niece granted permanent suppression after dementia patient abuse
Her long-standing mental health issues had played a "significant role" in the offending.
Crime doesn't pay: The $101m dent in criminal activity
"It's not unusual to find significant sums hidden under beds or couches ..."
Worker's hand trapped in machinery in workplace accident
Workplace incident in Tasman Region.
Stolen Range Rover: Concrete mixer halts dramatic chase in West Auckland
Police say the fleeing vehicle was driving in a 'dangerous manner'.
Rotorua councillor says police are 'missing in action'
A Rotorua Lakes councillor says "police cannot keep their head in the sand any longer".
Government ignores pay parity for Māori nurses
Union president says there is a 25 per cent pay disparity.
Investigation after man found dead in water at Brown's Bay
The body of the man was found in water off a popular walkway this morning.
Focus: Cyclist seriously injured after incident with sheep truck
Focus: A cyclist has been seriously injured after being run over by a truck near Queenstown. Video / James Allan
Killer appeals sentence for machete murder of Auckland church bell-ringer
An Auckland man who killed a 62-year-old with a machete has appealed his sentence.
A sick mum, a son who 'snapped'. And 'two lives ruined'
He was 'isolated and under a great deal of strain in the lead-up to that night'.
Guilty of murder: Son strangled mum then bashed her head in with hammer
Martin Marinovich will be sentenced in April.
Four seriously injured in separate crashes along Southland highway
Three people have been taken to hospital by rescue helicopter.
Man dies after going missing in Southland water incident
The man was part of a group on the water in Southland.
Horror weekend on the roads: Fatal crash, diversions in place
Two crashes near Waitomo after seven people died on North Island roads this weekend.
Deadly crashes: Three killed in Northland smash, four dead in Waikato
Emergency services were called to the scene on Whananaki Rd at 2.15am.
A toddler was found face down in the family pool. This is how she was saved.
Emily Wagstaff nearly drowned. Her parents have a message for others.
Murder or manslaughter? Closing arguments in Martin Marinovich trial
"There is no way she deserved to die at the hands of her son."
Crash causing rush hour delays on Northern Motorway
Motorists are asked to allow extra time until the crash is cleared.
One dead after incident at Langs Beach, Northland
St John sent three vehicles to the scene this morning but one person died.
Baby discharged as twin's funeral goes ahead
Six people were taken to hospital after gas panel heater and oven hob leaks
She was in love with her tattoo. After she survived White Island it tells a new story
GRAPHIC WARNING: The tour guide has shared a glimpse into her hospital recovery.
Marinovich murder trial: Hammer blow or strangulation cause of death argued
The defence says Martin Marinovich strangled his mother to death.
Auckland's southern train line reopened following 'emergency services incident'
Delays and cancellations expected as rail services return to schedule following incident.
Police investigating Hamilton death, several hospitalised
Speculation about a gas leak, but police say the death remains unexplained at this stage.
Injury 'totally incompatible with life': Cop describes scene of alleged murder
Martin Marinovich is accused of murdering his mother after an argument.
Local Focus: Tūrangi St John grant relief helps build future
Over half a million dollars granted for new station. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Focus: Cops on e-bikes could be patrolling near you
Focus: NZ Police are starting a 4-week e-bike trial. Senior Sergeant Leah Everest who is in charge of operational planning for road policing, tells us why. Video / Michael Craig
'At their wits' end': Family of missing Brit tramper desperate for news
Police say 16 LandSAR members and two dog teams will pick up search at daylight today.
Auckland motorway closure: 9km gridlock after incident
SH 1 northbound link to Northwestern motorway is closed.