'Stay calm': Lifetime gang member reacts after man faces prosecution under new law
Gang patches can no longer be worn in public.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromNZ Police
Gang patch ban and NZ’s new top cop | NZ Herald News Update
The justice minister hopes the gang patch ban will eventually cut down on overall crime, new top cop says he's open to looking into bodycams for the country's police officers.
Richard Chambers confirmed as new Police Commissioner
Police Minister Mark Mitchell has confirmed Richard Chambers will be the new Police Commissioner. Video / Mark Mitchell
Our next Police Commissioner reveals his top priorities
Richard Chambers said it was an 'absolute honour' to lead the police.
NZ Herald Live: Naming of the new Police Commissioner
The naming of the new Police Commissioner
Revealed: The man set to be New Zealand's next top cop
He takes over from Andrew Coster who stepped down last week to head new social agency.
35,000? 50,000? More? The complicated politics of counting a hīkoi
One issue seemed harder to agree on than most - how big the crowd was.
Denis O'Reilly: Ironic the gang patch laws come days after PM's Abuse in Care apology
OPINION: A lifetime Black Power member on the new law, which takes effect tomorrow.
'Apex predator': Shark expert's warning after diver killed at great white hot spot
Family members have described victim Jade Dixon as 'tough as old boots'.
Mark Mitchell: My commitment to making New Zealanders feel safer in Aotearoa
OPINION: The Police Minister on why these new gang patch laws will make us safer.
Man arrested in Ōamaru after high-powered laser pointed at rescue helicopter
Police called it 'incredibly irresponsible and dangerous'.
Revealed: The NZ town with the most business break-ins
The data show Rotorua has the highest proportion of burglaries in New Zealand.
Editorial: The haka in Parliament wasn't intimidation – just disgust
OPINION: The gang patch law kicks in on Thursday but let's wait for the reactions.
‘I assure you they have the correct resources available’
Police Minister Mark Mitchell speaking on preparations ahead of tomorrow's hīkoi. Video / Mark Mitchell
Art project left at door of Napier museum causes bomb scare
The colourful creation, made of fabric, was found sitting outside the museum’s entrance.
Wrecked cafe reopens after front-end loader ram raid
The community turned out in force to help clean up the damage.
NZ Herald Live: Mark Mitchell with beat police
Minister Mark Mitchell in Wellington CBD with beat police
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