'Tears of happiness': Otago police welcome first female Māori commander
Inspector Paula Enoka has also served in Timor Leste and represented NZ at hockey.
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Alleged attempted burglar shot during altercation with homeowner
Police were called to the incident on Hide Rd in Timaru at about 3.30am on Sunday.
Fiery crash: Woman dies from injuries after car engulfed in flames
A passenger has also died in a two-vehicle crash in Hawke's Bay.
Meth hotspot: Trail of destruction in the Bay
The impact of meth across the Bay of Plenty continues to grow, a former addict says.
Gang violence: 'There were over 30 of them fighting'
The violence comes as survey reveals Kiwis are fearful of gang presence in public spaces.
Watch: Footage shows 'unprovoked' gang attack in Rotorua
The attack is said to have involved about 30 people, some of whom were gang members.
Man left unconscious, others injured in 'unprovoked' gang attack outside bar
A witness says around 30 people were involved in the brawl in Rotorua's CBD.
'Hysterical screaming': Person shot dead, armed police cordon off Auckland street
Police have cordoned off Beatty St in Otahuhu where a person suffered fatal injuries.
Defence Force seeks more drones for fleet
Defence Force is looking to add to its fleet of about 60 drones; police to add more too.
Workplace death: 'Profit before safety' boss has earlier conviction
Police allege 'pursuit of profit' led to health and safety breaches.
At least one person injured after Mt Roskill incident
Police are responding to an incident on May Rd, in Mt Roskill, Auckland.
Long waits reported for police non-emergency line
Police say a third of calls to the 105 line are abandoned before an operator picks up.
'Significant delays' after three vehicle crash at on SH1 at Pukerua Bay
A police spokesperson said there were early indications of minor injuries.
Two more arrests after Sofitel gang shootings
Ten arrests in total after shooting police say is due to Mongols & Head Hunters conflict.
Grave mistake: Two arrested after plaques stolen from Epsom cemetery
More than 80 memorial plaques were stolen from a cemetery at St Andrews Church.
Taranaki police officers trial: Accused breaks down as interview played to jury
Officer A said staff were visibly upset after Allen Ball was pronounced dead.
Police appeal ruling that puts thousands of formal written warnings at risk
1071 formal warnings for sex offences were recorded in the past 10 years.
Hamilton City Council closed due to bomb threat overnight - police investigating
The incident it is being considered a low level threat at this stage.
Exclusive: Supermarket manager stabbed four times - 'so many people put themselves at risk'
"It was a random attack. The victims did not know the man."
Ex-Corrections staffer faces kidnapping, assault charges
The man appeared at Hamilton District Court this morning and was remanded on bail.
One dead after cyclist and truck crash in Auckland
Emergency teams have rushed to the crash in Parnell and closed off a lane.
Two people arrested in Hutt Valley, stolen cellphones, laptops, bank cards seized
It follows a spate of a spate of offending across the Hutt Valley area.
Sofitel Hotel shooting: Head Hunter arrested, firearms seized
A shotgun and a military-style semi-automatic firearm were seized by police.
Taranaki police officers' trial: Victim unchecked in cell for 30 minutes, jury told
The jury was shown more CCTV footage today.
Family and friends of Fau Vake are praying for a miracle as he clings to life
Fau Vake remains in a critical condition in Auckland City Hospital this morning.
Senior Mongols gang member wanted for nearly a year arrested
Man was wanted for serious drug-dealing, and firearms and money-laundering allegations.
Fau Vake's daughter, 3, bedside as he fights for life
The MMA fighter was injured in an incident on Symonds St, central Auckland, on Sunday.
Police officers' manslaughter trial: Jury shown CCTV footage of arrest
Footage shows how arrested man was treated before he died at a police station.
MMA fighter Fau Vake waiting for taxi minutes before attack, says friend
MMA fighter Fau Vake was rushed to hospital after an incident on Auckland's Symonds St.
Person dies after crash between car and pedestrian
Diversions were in place after the crash.
'Crikey, that's a big knife': Armed shoplifter pinned down at Auckland mall
The shoplifter ran off after being disarmed by security guards.
Papakura High School target of bomb threat
Police are working with the school, which remained open today.
MMA athlete 'alive and still fighting' after attack
Promising MMA fighter, young father in critical condition after attack in Auckland.
Taranaki police officer trial: Accused trio's experience detailed
The officers were part of the most high-performing section in South Taranaki.