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Mark Knoff-Thomas: Time to get real - we are facing a crime crisis
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Three youths steal two vehicles and hit another during car chase
Three youths were arrested and had suffered moderate injuries in a crash in Epsom.
Repeat upskirt offender: Why I keep taking vile videos
Seth Frater went to the mall and used his phone to record unsuspecting victims.
Caught on camera: Teen 'delinquent arsonists' linked to Newmarket blaze
Security staff can be seen ordering the youths to leave minutes before the fiery blaze.
'Millions worth of damage': Business boss says CCTV shows group of youths by blaze
Newmarket's business boss says the fire had caused millions worth of damage.
Newmarket fire: Residents let back into apartments
Urban Search & Rescue teams installed bracing to keep the building structurally sound.
'This is heartbreaking’: Auckland beauty store owner distraught after smash raid
Burglars have stolen at least $20,000 worth of products, leaving the owner heartbroken.
$16.8b Australian giant's plans to super-size leafy lane
The only regulatory hurdle is now getting consent to swing two huge cranes on the site.
Man used toy helicopter to film up skirts of 22 girls in Newmarket shopping mall
The youngest victims were 10 and some were in school uniform.
Horrific traffic: Newmarket retail boss’ explanation for record Christmas spend-up
Retailers are too busy to be chuffed, says Mark Knoff-Thomas.
Man and woman arrested after alleged Auckland road rage stoush
The chaotic incident unfolded after a crash in Westmere as dawn broke.
Auckland mayoral candidates don't like Government intensification plans
Three of the four mayoral candidates want the Erebus memorial moved.
What are security experts advising Auckland's crime-hit businesses?
Business owners, understandably, can reach for immediate solutions after being burgled.
Police hunting offender after attack on Auckland central bus
The victim was taken to hospital in a serious condiiton.
Heritage groups rally to save the loss of villas and bungalows
Jacinda Ardern, Chris Luxon and their Auckland MPs are behind the loss of heritage.
Two burglaries in two days: Newmarket store targeted for handbags, sunglasses
'I'm ready to shut my door,' said the owner of Lejose Fashion House in Newmarket.
'Burning fuse': Business reacts to AT plan to axe kerbside car parks
AT says cars will be 'lowest priority' of kerbside space on strategic and feeder roads.
Good Samaritan car thief: Police looking for man who offered help, then drove off
Victim describes how his 'whole world is shattered'.
200 anti-mandate protesters plan to descend on Newmarket shops
Police aware of the possible protest, say they will monitor and respond "accordingly".
Pain at the pump: Fuel prices crack $3 in Auckland
Experts warned it would happen. Now $3 a litre fuel prices have arrived.
Bystander hospitalised, four arrested after drive-by paintball shootings in Auckland
Two young adults and two minors are accused of injuring pedestrians.
Live: Anti-mandate protest heads to Government House
Protesters call for daily action during Government House stand
Man found dead in disorder incident owned popular restaurant chain
Police said man's death treated as unexplained even after post-mortem.
Vaccination by area: Which parts of NZ are lagging behind?
Find out how your suburb's vaccination levels compare.
Mansons director 'in shock' at worker's death at construction site
Police were notified of the incident shortly after 1pm today.
Crime in the City: Auckland's businesses implore Govt to act
Crime in Auckland's CBD has jumped and businesses are feeling the pinch.
Auckland house prices: Find out your suburb's likely valuation
Auckland Council will reveal its council valuations in October. Get an early peek here.
Auckland suburbs rezoned for apartments: Is your property affected?
Large swathes of suburban Auckland are being rezoned for apartments.
Driver reverses into cop car, flees police and smashes into brick building
One person was taken to Auckland City Hospital in a moderate condition.
Luxury homes, jewellery, cash seized in money laundering crackdown
$10.2m worth of assets was seized by police and 10 people arrested in Operation Ida.
'Routine': Security guard snaps young skateboarder
Staff admitted photographing children as well as others involved in incidents.
Victim tracked laptop thieves to a house. Police refused to attend
Location-tracking technology provides opportunity and challenges for crime victims.
Iconic Newmarket shoe repair shop gives up prestigious spot after 83 years
Owner Peter Croad shot to fame after winning bitter battle against developers.