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Uber driver who killed father-of-four sentenced to community work
The fatal crash happened on Hobson St in Auckland's CBD.

'Dangerous' man wanted over abduction, sex attack on teen
Murray Robertson is wanted over the abduction and sexual violation of a 17-year-old girl.

Watch: East Tamaki store robbed at knifepoint
"What I want is the Government to change the law and try to protect us."

Glass panel shattered by falling tile in Auckland's CBD
The 1.5m x 1.5m panel shattered after apparently being hit by falling cladding.

Police investigate after a child was filmed in Auckland public toilet
Police say the offender is described as being Caucasian, tall and slim with a beard.

Airport arrest: Customs nab puffer jackets packed with cocaine
A Customs manager says the demand for cocaine in New Zealand remains high.

'Scariest five minutes of my life': Father rushes to scene after son hit by van
The student was taken to Rotorua Hospital and the Serious Crash Unit was advised.

Focus: ‘House of horrors’ duo found guilty of teen's murder and kidnapping
Focus: ‘House of horrors’ duo found guilty of teen's murder and kidnapping. Photos / Doug Sherring / Sam Hurley

Focus: One dead in Ōtāhuhu workplace accident
Focus: One dead in Ōtāhuhu workplace accident. Video / Supplied

Fatal e-scooter crash: Witness believes front wheel locked up
The man was motionless, but breathing after falling on his back and hitting his head.

Lime e-scooter death: No evidence of mechanical failure
The death is believed to be the first ever from an electric-scooter in New Zealand.

Person freed after getting hand stuck in machine at Burger King
Emergency services, including firefighters, arrived at the scene around 2pm.

Two in hospital after 'suspicious' house fire
Firefighters initially believed there were still people in the house.

The heroic rescue that saved lives and the environment
Scottish couple issued a mayday call after their anchor snapped in rough seas.

Person dead after boat flips crossing Manukau Bar
Police said a member of the public had helped pull two people from the water.

Focus: Person dead after boat flips crossing Manukau Bar
Focus: Person dead after boat flips crossing Manukau Bar. Video / Michael Craig

Serious crash in Mackenzie District
Police have advised motorists to avoid the area or delay travel if possible.

Delays still expected after crash on southwestern motorway
The crash has now been cleared.

Focus Live Earlier: Armed police called to Grey Lynn street
Focus Live Earlier: Armed police called to Grey Lynn street.

'Taken from this earth too soon': Tributes for 15-year-old crash victim
Taieri College student one of two who died in crash outside Dunedin.

Serious assault in Penrose, Auckland
The man was taken to Auckland City Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

Lime scooter rider charged after footpath collision
A man has appeared in court after he allegedly crashed into pedestrian on Lime scooter.

Helpless screams: Couple watch as home razed by fire
Two people have been taken to Middlemore Hospital after the fire on Fickling Ave.

Drug-driving crash: Culprit's cocktail of meth, cannabis
Driver had caused identical crash at same spot while on drugs just six weeks earlier.

Two dead, one critical, in Otago crash
A third person has been taken to hospital in a critical condition.

Fire at Mt Roskill: Crews battle house blaze
Emergency services are at the scene of a fire in Mt Roskill, Auckland.

One rescued from Mt Eden house fire
Fire and Emergency crews called to a property on Edenvale Park Road at 4.40pm.

Unvaccinated baby in Canterbury catches measles
It can take up to two weeks before you start experiencing the symptoms of measles.