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Boat tampering accused jumps into river, climbs tree
Taupō boaties are being urged to report tampering after a man was arrested.
Troubling new analysis: Why NZ needs tougher laws for serial speedsters
Study investigating speeding in NZ reveals a worrying link between tickets and crashes.
Watch: 'Ain't going anywhere' – New prison footage posted on King Cobra inmate's TikTok account
One video from inside the high-security prison gained 100,000 views in less than a day.
Police cordons erected around Napier Museum after discovery of strange bird-like ‘package’
By about 2pm, police determined the package posed no threat.
Granddad's tragic and 'unnecessary' death after driver's licence suspended
Questions over police alert to NZTA about 86-year-old driver.
Homicide investigation: Boy, 8, dies in hospital; woman charged with assault
A woman, 25, has been charged with assault.
Masked ‘desperado’ terrifies diners in late-night front-end loader ram raid
The burglary at a Martinborough cafe left people 'gobsmacked'.
'Racing machine on the wrist': Scammer claims he was blackmailed over $200k watch
The scammer says UK criminals threatened his family and made him take flight to NZ
Former Tipene Funerals undertaker accused of misconduct denies charges
Former Casketeers' undertaker Fiona Bakulich is accused of putting bodies in plastic bags.
'Sickening': Female preschool teacher charged with possessing child abuse images
The teacher has been in court and has been granted interim name suppression.
People seen running from suspicious fire in vacant Hastings house
Police would like to hear from any Lowe St residents who may have CCTV footage.
Dairy smashed as owner screamed: 'I feared for my life'
A three-hour crime wave leaves five retailers picking up the pieces.
Man who killed grandfather in Christchurch park appeals, given home detention
Jayden Kahi mistakenly believed the victim was trying to kidnap his son.
Police investigate discovery of human remains near Waikato town
Police have secured the scene and are examining the area.
'Traumatic': Two boys flee after alleged kidnapping attempt in Christchurch
Two boys walking home were approached by a couple in a car and told to get in.
Thousands gathered in Ōtāhuhu last night to celebrate Tonga reaching the Pacific World Cup
Thousands of people gathered in Ōtāhuhu last night to celebrate Tonga reaching the Pacific World Cup finals. Video / NZ Herald
Police monitor Tongan supporters' festivities in Ōtāhuhu
Large Police presence in the South Auckland suburb after Tonga league fans took to the streets to mark the game against Australia. Video / NZ Herald
Man who died after interaction with police was at Auckland City Mission site
The Independent Police Conduct Authority has been notified.
Stalking to become illegal in NZ, punishable by up to five years’ jail
The new law will define stalking as a pattern of behaviours in a 12-month period.
Thirty arrested in police operation amid Mongols MC anniversary event
Cops cracked down in Canterbury amid an influx of the club's members and associates.
Person shot in hunting accident north of Whanganui
Police say inquiries into the circumstances of the incident are ongoing.
Community rallies around mother after kitten’s tail ‘ripped off’, threatening note left
A fundraiser has been launched to help cover the kitten's medical bills.
'Only chance of survival': Deportee wants $32k seized by police back for cancer treatment
NZ police seized Collin Ezeala's money in 2010 before he was jailed for importing drugs.
Serious assault in South Auckland: Police hunting alleged offenders in area
Police were called to Canning Crescent about 8.30am. The offenders had allegedly fled.
Scale of Tipene Funerals undertaker's alleged misconduct revealed: More bodies involved
Bakulich, featured on reality TV show The Casketeers, to appear in court again on Friday.
'Return the stolen money': Elite private school refused to refund scam victim's 'tainted' $50K
Victim believes the school has a moral duty not to keep money from an alleged criminal.
Police cancel staff leave ahead of nationwide protest
Police expect peaceful march but plan to avoid ugly repeat of Parliament Covid protest.
Six Mongols gang members and associates arrested ahead of anniversary event
Police act as gang members and associates descend on Christchurch this week.
Tears in court as woman avoids jail for stealing $300k from boss
The judge said Sally Robertson began gambling due to the 'severe strain' she was under.
'Ability to drive change': Why top cop Andrew Coster was appointed Social Investment boss
The outgoing Police Commissioner starts his five-year term in the new role on Monday.
Mongols MC gang member arrested in Canterbury ahead of anniversary event
Members and associates are descending on Christchurch this week for an anniversary event.
Auckland police seize $11m from gangs in 10 months
Seizure includes $216k of jewellery, $383k of vehicles, and $2.094m of cash.
Letters: Kids caught up in police raids used as pawns – by gangs and MPs
OPINION: Also in today's letters: the Treaty Principles Bill, the US election and tax.