More than 40 Auckland boarding houses operating illegally
Issues include gang-affiliated guests, fire safety breaches, and challenging owners.
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'Welcome back any time': Gang members ride through Ōpōtiki to commemorate former president
A motel manager said there were 'no hassles'.
‘Straw buyers’ bought 13 guns in three months allegedly for gang-linked relatives
A 75-year-old and his daughter paid more than $21,000 on guns and ammunition.
'It's simply not enough': Funding running out for prisoner tattoo removal scheme
Te Kahui Kani is removing his Mongrel Mob tattoos - but only has funding for 6 sessions.
He was an 83-year-old Justice of the Peace - he laundered $500k for meth ring
Herbert Armitage was a JP and a keen bowler - he was laundering money on the side.
Kahukura: Funding stops for Mongrel Mob-led drug rehabilitation programme
Police Minister says gang-led rehab programmes will not get funding under the new Govt.
Waikeria Prison riot inquiry: Staff failed to deal with armed, drug-smoking inmates
Mongols MC members were together in a prison unit, and had a strong influence on the riot.
'Shocked': Home on 'family street' targeted in drive-by shooting
Police are keeping 'an open mind' on whether the two shootings overnight are linked.
'It's not safe': Auckland residents demand more cops in city
Auckland residents are getting frustrated at the lack of protection in the CBD.
Laser pointed at police helicopter as Mongrel Mob boss to be interred with his Harley
The culprit was identified and given a formal warning by police.
‘Punching bags’: Police Minister says time to get tough on boy racers, gangs
Mark Mitchell told Mike Hosking police have suffered a drop in respect.
'Don't call police or we'll come back': Gangsters attack man in violent home invasion
Police later seized Daniel Natua's gang patch and gun cache after raiding his home.
Eagle helicopter deployed to Hawke's Bay ahead of gang leader's tangi
The Police's Air Support Unit helicopter is due to arrive in Hawke's Bay this afternoon.
Firearms and ammunition supplied to gangs purchased by 'straw buyers'
A police briefing exposes more examples of legal guns supplied on to the black market.
Two gang tangi processions in Hawke's Bay: Public urged to report illegal behaviour
Police urge the public to report any illegal or anti-social behaviour seen on the streets.
Police set up reporting portal, additional resources for gang tangi
The call follows the recent death of CHB Mongrel Mob member Sonny Smith.
Gang president who became key figure in $2.75m meth rehab scheme dies
Additional police will be in Hawke’s Bay to ensure safety and monitor traffic movement.
Gang boss with fake motorbike licence unhappy he must now do the time
Albert Epere argued community work was unfair.
'Dangerous people': Rival gangs team up in unprovoked attack at Auckland prison
One of the inmates needed medical treatment outside the prison following the attack.
Letters: Pseudoephedrine fears for pharmacies, elderly migrants suffering in silence
OPINION: 'I anticipate a huge increase in ram raids and armed hold-ups.'
Jarrod Gilbert: How the National Gang Unit can make an impact
OPINION: Real success will only come from deliberate, surgical engagement.
Mongrel Mob killer probed for allegedly posting photo of victim’s body online days before trial
Police believe the disturbing image was 'clearly meant to intimidate' witnesses.
'Barking', yelling after gang fight near school rugby game
Police respond to fracas after nearby car crash.
Gisborne gang members arrested
Four men are facing multiple serious charges, including aggravated robbery.
Gisborne police arrest four gangsters for intimidating witnesses, threatening to kill
"Police have put a significant effort into executing these arrests."
Police claim security worker is a Tribesmen, he says 'he surrendered his patch'
Verner Saimasi argued he cut ties with the gang and turned his life around.
Rookie metal detectorist finds AK-47s and ammo in buried stash
Dan O'Donnell detected a faint signal, so he started digging.
Gang murder trial aborted after judge falls ill
What comes next for five men accused of killing one of their own.
‘Houdini’ police escape artist jailed for part in Mongrel Mob meth manufacture
Elijah Waterman organised a truck driver to avoid the Covid-19 Auckland border.
Editorial: Police Minister has got his gang-busting squad. Now he has to deliver the goods
Mitchell has talked tough on crime, now he's got to do it.
Murderers who stabbed man who ‘narked’ on Mongrel Mob boss get extra jail time
The men murdered Eli Johnson in 2022 for 'narking' on a gang boss.
How a drug dealer for the Mongrel Mob turned her life around to help others
Camille Keyte shares her story of despair, hope and redemption.
Two more jail terms after seven-on-one gang-related prison assault
The attack was captured on the prison’s CCTV.
Gangbuster: Police Minister’s message to gangs - reform or be reformed
Police Minister Mark Mitchell's message is simple. There's a new sheriff in town.