Drug addict used devastating 2023 storms to loot, wreck new homes
He also endangered an Air NZ flight. 'The potential for catastrophe was high,' judge said.
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Shooting may be 'gang' related; police investigation continues
Police investigating but say there are no specific concerns for the public at this stage.
Fatal crash in Waipa may have happened hours before police report
Police are investigating the cause of a fatal crash in Waipā.
Invercargill mayor calls public meeting over 'inappropriate' youth crime
Some youngsters feel "bulletproof", mayor says.
Maraekakaho motorbike crash: One person critically injured
Emergency services responded to a motorbike crash on State Highway 50.
Caught in 4 minutes: Speedy police nab burglar red-handed
Officers happened to be in the area investigating reports of a suspicious male.
Missing fisherman off Hawke’s Bay coast named
The man who went missing off Waimārama on Monday was 54-year-old Jason Hollows.
Father pleads guilty to dangerous driving causing deaths of two of his children
A third child and the man's wife were critically injured in Hororata crash.
'Failing consumers': Banks reviewing fraud rules after threat of Govt regulation
'Banks are paying lip service to this at the moment but I don’t see any action.'
Fire chief says Waipu crash was 'difficult' scene as drivers trapped and children hurt
'It’s been a while since we attended a serious incident of this nature.'
Man dies from meth overdose in custody, 'missed opportunities' in Police care
The man died in police custody on June 24, 2023.
'Horrifying': Mum who fled overseas forced to return kids to 'abusive' father
Hague Convention orders mum must return kids to NZ after fleeing overseas.
Hawke’s Bay news in brief: Man in a serious condition after Takapau crash
A man in his 30s was in a serious condition in Hawke’s Bay Hospital on Thursday.
Searchers stood down as police take over inquiry into missing fisherman
Helicopters and supporting vessels sent back to shore after a sustained search effort.
Three Strikes: A law that targets the 'most predictable of the most predictable'
Three Strikes laws are making a comeback. But should they?
Slain Mob boss had $230k in car when police busted meth-dealing ring
Daniel Eliu was shot dead outside a South Auckland church.
One dead in Kauri crash, children among seven injured in serious Waipu crash
A person has died in a fatal accident at Kauri, north of Whangārei.
Armed police close Greenhithe street after reported Beach Haven kidnapping, woman injured
The Herald understands police are responding to a reported kidnapping.
Man arrested after attempt to abduct schoolgirl in West Auckland
Police said further charges could not be ruled out as the investigation continues.
Ex-NZ sports champ among group arrested over 50kg cocaine bust at Tauranga port
11 men have been arrested.
'Devastated': Officer loses $250k to scammers, ASB manager helped victim send money to thieves
Three victims lost $550k through an ANZ 'money mule' account.
One dead in three-vehicle crash in Marlborough, Easter holiday road toll moves to six
The fatal crash brought the Easter holiday road toll to six.
Man arrested after threatening to kill at Central Auckland petrol station
Police said they responded to an incident at a BP station on Khyber Pass Rd on Saturday.
Watchdog refuses compo for $100,000 scam victim, says banks can't be compelled to check for fraud
The watchdog says banks can't be forced to monitor for references to known scams.
Police appeal for information following fatal SH5 crash in Rotorua
Police would like to speak with anyone who saw a silver Mazda Atenza travelling along SH5.
Huge stash of 200 firearms: Concern for Auckland man's 'total disregard of security'
The astonishing cache highlights the lack of a limit on how many guns one can own in NZ.
Wild Viaduct party: Four arrested as police called in with riot shields, pepper spray
Witnesses say revellers charged straight at police.
Sushi shop stabbing: Locals return to Browns Bay centre after body removed
The victim is recovering in hospital.
Diary of an officer: Why police are moving to Australia
Police have rejected the Government’s pay offers. Here's why.
Sushi shop attack: Police remove stabber's body
Police say their scene examination is almost over.
NZ police officers 'struggling to put food on the table'; food donations urged
Canterbury police officers are collecting food donations for struggling colleagues.
'Didn't deserve that': Sushi shop owner hospitalised after stabbing; assailant dead
Assailant dead at the scene, say police who remain at the scene.
‘Abhorrent act’: Homicide inquiry launched after body found in burnt-out vehicle
Police can’t yet reveal how the person died, they say.
Watch: Full video emerges of 'hate crime' vandalism of Auckland's rainbow crossing
Hooded and masked vandals can be seen filming themselves painting over rainbow crossing.