Minister asks WorkSafe to explain why no inspector sent to forestry death
Michael Wood expressed his sympathies to Jason Rawiri's family.
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Arrowtown death: Mystery over Hong Kong visitor
51yo man died after collapsing in bush on a walking track.
One dead after motorcycle and car collide in South Auckland
Police were called to the crash on Salesyard Rd, Ōtāhuhu, at 5.10pm this evening.
Cop posted ‘sexually explicit’ videos on social media
The cop was found guilty of misconduct by engaging in sexual activity with a subordinate.
Watch: Dramatic footage shows police prevent attempted carjacking
Attempted carjacking stopped by multiple police officers on Sunday.
Waikato burglaries: Police investigating spate of overnight burglaries
Waikato police are investigating after eight premises were burgled overnight.
'Deeply concerning': WorkSafe under fire following latest forestry death
'What is more important than coming to a fatality?'
Two motorcyclists injured in Canterbury crash
Police have asked motorists to avoid the area if possible.
One critical after crash involving four children aged 10-15 in Christchurch
A child was ejected from the smashed car and is now fighting for their life.
Coughed up: Drug dealer says $230k seized cash 'better off in the community'
Meth dealer doesn't fight police forfeiture order.
Deadly drug more potent than fentanyl found in NZ for first time
Metonitazenet is stronger than fentanyl and has been found in yellow-powder form in NZ.
Three critical in two crashes
A motorbike and SUV collided in Westport and the Ōpōtiki crash involved a single vehicle.
'I just didn't think it was real': Teen recalls devastating crash that killed grandmother
Despite a broken collarbone, he tried to help his injured friend out of the car.
Second arrest after Flaxmere death
Man found at Flaxmere property, which has since been searched.
Potential new suspect emerges in Kirsty Bentley case
Surprise name emerges as potential new suspect in the Kirsty Bentley murder investigation.
'Worst feeling in the world': One family's pain as NZ on track to hit highest road death toll in a decade
New Zealand is on track for another terrible road death toll.
Buttabean foodbank robbery has silver lining - and a twist
Dave Letele has been humbled by the generosity of people and businesses after the theft.
The humble law being used by police to target gang members
Police issue 15,000 traffic infringement notices to gang members in just three months.
Missing 15-year-old, believed to be with 23-year-old man, now found
Family and police were concerned for her wellbeing.
PM on Wayne Brown, Three Waters: Rates will rise if NZ fails to tackle infrastructure
The meeting was billed as a be a polite and friendly get-to-know you event.
Firefighters battle large blaze at Whatipu Beach after two fishermen rescued
Emergency services responded to missing fishermen callout, then spotted the fire in Huia.
Youth crime: Hundreds arrested, thousands of charges laid in Auckland and Waikato
Police will have increased foot patrols in malls and shopping precincts, where possible.
'Serious and premeditated': Bankrupt builder stole $60k from theatre charity
The now-convicted fraudster has been twice bankrupted and his building company liquidated.
Street assault: 18-year-old in court after violent CBD attack
A man has appeared in court charged with assault after a violent attack in the Chch CBD
NZ Comancheros member on run from FBI nabbed in Thailand
Thai police swooped on Shane Ngakuru this morning.
18-year-old arrested for Palmerston North jewellery burglary
He appeared in Masterton District Court and was remanded in custody to reappear on Friday.
Police go undercover at bus stop to catch motorists on their phones
Police spark debate again as they use plainclothes officers to surprise motorists.
Teenager's car stolen by masked man in Christchurch car jacking terror
Teenage boy has car stolen by masked man in Christchurch car jacking terror.
Another night, another ram raid in Auckland
Group of masked burglars flee in waiting van.
One dead in two-car crash near Nelson
Police were called to the crash on Moutere Highway 9.15pm yesterday.
Rāhui clarified after diver found dead at Aramoana Beach, Hawke's Bay
Police received a report at 7.35pm that a diver was overdue returning at Aramoana Beach.
'Incredible' memorial to police and civilian bravery opens in Porirua
Events in the memorial include the Aramoana massacre and Christchurch terror attacks.
One person dead after serious crash on SH1, Far North
Sh1 is currently closed due to the crash and lengthy delays are expected.