Missing boat still a big hazard, owner considers court action
A ketch left to drift on police instructions during a rescue last year remains missing.
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Police respond to stabbing in Birkenhead
Police say the man was critically injured in a stabbing incident in Birkenhead. Video / Sylvie Whinray
Suspected vandalism leaves new trees stripped bare
The newly planted trees were stripped bare of branches and leaves this week.
Auckland court officers brutally attacked by prisoner
One officer suffered a broken jaw, while the other was knocked out cold.
Hamilton teen’s death ‘unexplained’ – police investigating
The 19-year-old woman was found unresponsive about 12.30am.
'Significant life safety risk': Staff backlash over use of quake-prone Police College buildings
Worried staff say their lives are being gambled with for the sake of 'productivity'.
'Totally dropped the ball': ANZ staff helped scam victim send $250k to known 'money mule'
The victim is shocked to learn the bank was on notice about the suspect account.
Ram-raid police brutality case: Girl, 14, punched twice as officers avoid conviction
The illegal confrontation took place during the heart of Auckland's ramraid epidemic.
‘The grief is heavy’: Driver charged, community mourns after 11-year-old cyclist killed
'Flashbacks of what happened come and go all the time.'
Auckland Airport delays flights, police notified after reported drone incursion
Drone operators need air traffic approval to fly within the control zone.
Police catch two speeding vehicles in West Auckland, teens referred to Youth Aid
Another driver allegedly blew 1200mcgs, more than five times the legal limit.
'Nightmare situation': Cop acquitted of perjury over unauthorised speeding tickets
His lawyer slammed police superiors and said a criminal charge was a vast overreaction.
Arrests made following a fleeing driver incident across Auckland
Police helicopter and dog units pursued offenders who fled on foot following a fleeing driver incident throughout Auckland City. Video / NZ Herald
'Callous and unprovoked': Man arrested after stabbing in Palmerston North park
A 25-year-old man is due to appear in the Palmerston North District Court.
Police investigate threatening social media message after ‘genocide hotline’ launched
The campaign was launched for the public to report sightings of Israeli soldiers.
Person swept out to sea in rip at Piha was between flags but believed unable to swim
Conditions at the time of the incident were rough with a 2.5m swell.
Search resumes for person seen struggling in Waikato River near Cambridge
At this stage, it is unconfirmed how the person came to be in the river.
Police urge vigilance regarding kids' online safety as school resumes
Photos can reveal personal details, putting families at risk.
Swimmer missing after group caught in rip at Piha Beach
The Police Eagle helicopter has been deployed to help with the search.
How a Hawke’s Bay police duo conquered the world bodybuilding stage
Police officer wins the Pro Miss Figure world title in Canberra on debut.
'Fit-for-purpose': Police propose reducing Executive, 37 roles at risk
The proposal was sent to the affected staff earlier this morning.
Teen who died swimming at Christchurch beach was about to start university
The popular teen drew a crowd of at least 300 at his tangi.
Far North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wanted
News snippets from the Far North.
'Operation Trolley': Police arrest 13, return 45 trolleys to Rotorua businesses
Police undertook the operation from January 21-23.
SH2 reopens after fatal crash forces closure
The crash involved two vehicles and occurred about 8.10am, with one death now confirmed.
Man charged after four-hour standoff with armed police
Police took the man into custody almost five hours after the incident began on Mulroy Pl.
‘He scammed me too’: CEO denies laundering $1.53m, says he was also duped
'I stand to be incarcerated. Who will look after my boys?'
Police seize $57k cash, meth, stolen items in major Hawke’s Bay drug bust
Armed police were part of the operation that targeted Flaxmere, Camberley, and Pandora.
Watch: ‘Only in NZ’ – Police chase after man on ride-on mower
Three officers were seen running after a man on the ride-on lawnmower.
Police chase man on ride-on lawn mower
After a burglary was reported in Karaka, officers were soon hot on the alleged offender's wheels.
One dead after two-vehicle crash in Canterbury
A second person was taken to hospital with critical injuries.
Auckland murder-suicide ‘tragic example’ of family violence epidemic, says coroner
Coroner reveals details of violent relationship that ended in murder-suicide.
Police speak to family of young baby with head injuries
The child has made a recovery and has been discharged from hospital.
Police charge man, 22, after daylight carjacking outside popular Auckland cafe
The victim got out of his car but was punched and had his car stolen.