New Zealand'Well-involved' house fire in Pakūranga Heights, 12 firefighters tackle blaze Three fire crews and 12 firefighters are working to bring the blaze under control.27 Feb 02:22 AM
New ZealandMurder charge laid after grandmother's body found at Hawke's Bay worksiteTwo Napier men in their 40s charged - one with murder and one with being an accessory.27 Feb 02:17 AM
New ZealandHamilton road-rage assault leaves victim in serious condition, police hunt offendersPolice say at least two offenders fled in a vehicle.27 Feb 01:39 AM
New ZealandExpect delays: Serious injuries after two-vehicle crash on SH1 in PutāruruFire and Emergency NZ crews extracted one person from a vehicle at the scene.27 Feb 01:39 AM
CrimeDNA breakthrough links serial rapist to horrific 1988 teen attackRewa pleaded guilty this month after a swab matched him to the attack on the 16-year-old. 27 Feb 12:18 AM
New ZealandMan arrested and charged after Cannons Creek shootingThe man is due to appear in Porirua District Court today.26 Feb 11:08 PM
WellingtonPerson hit by bus in central Wellington Willis St is blocked after a pedestrian was injured this morning.26 Feb 10:13 PM
New ZealandDogs destroyed after father, teen son seriously hurt in Christchurch attackThe attack happened days after a Northland grandmother was killed by dogs.26 Feb 09:30 PM
WorldUK child killer in critical condition after prison attackIt is the third time Ian Huntley has been violently attacked in prison.26 Feb 09:16 PM
New Zealand'Much loved': Family mourns man who died after gang-linked Christchurch attackPolice say the clash involved two gangs but was not gang-motivated.26 Feb 09:05 PM
New ZealandBlack Power member calls for calm, urges rethink in gang debate after deadly Chch shootingHe warns transnational crime groups are increasingly exploiting vulnerable Kiwi youth. 26 Feb 07:56 PM
WorldQueensland police shooting: Property where cops, neighbour murdered listed for saleThe Queensland Police Union says it was not told the Wieambilla land was listed.26 Feb 07:35 PM
AucklandStudent road patroller hit at crossing becomes 5th child run over on school run this monthThe latest child casualty was on morning duty when they were struck by a car.26 Feb 04:00 PM
Auckland78yo dog walker attacked with broom handle in popular Auckland park after pet off leash'He stomped up to me and was yelling at me to put my dog on the leash... I had no idea.'26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPerson dies in hospital after gang-related Christchurch clashThree men aged 19, 31 and 40 remain in custody facing serious violence charges.26 Feb 07:58 AM
New Zealand‘Burned in my memory’: Honour for man who pulled Sophia Crestani out of deadly party pile-upPolice Commissioner Richard Chambers has recognised Samson Aruwa for his bravery.26 Feb 07:35 AM
New ZealandMan, 46, charged after manhunt through DunedinAccused drove his vehicle towards a police car and officers in an effort to avoid arrest.26 Feb 06:19 AM
New Zealand'Very loud noise': Four injured after bus and two-car crash in PonsonbyA witness says a speeding black car hit a red car, then veered into the bus.26 Feb 03:51 AM
New ZealandPedestrian dies after being hit by truck on Whangārei roadThe crash happened on Kamo Rd in Kensington about 9.35am today.26 Feb 02:42 AM
New Zealand'Deadly consequences': Picture sparks chilling warning over 'nangs' useThe gas gives users a short-lived high along with dissociation and hallucinations. 26 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice probe after West Auckland school lockdown over student safety concernWoodlands Park School has now lifted the lockdown and classes have resumed.26 Feb 12:57 AM
CrimeAlleged phone scammer accused of taking $15k from elderly victimOfficers stopped a vehicle of interest on St Lukes Rd just before 1am.26 Feb 12:34 AM
New ZealandGovt crackdown finds cash wages, worker breaches at construction firmsOrganised crime groups reportedly exploit weaknesses to launder money and exploit staff.26 Feb 12:34 AM
CrimePM addresses latest stats showing crime victims down 49,000 The drop covers the year to October 2025, compared with the prior two years.26 Feb 12:22 AM
New ZealandPolice failings after Auckland dairy stabber ‘trying to reach heaven’ dies in custody - reportMitchell Lam died after self-harming in his cell. 26 Feb 12:06 AM
New ZealandMan charged after alleged clan lab found at Ōkere FallsSpecialist staff from Auckland are examining the address today.25 Feb 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJustice Minister: Homeless move-on orders a 'tool', not a 'total solution''There's a very easy way to avoid the fine, and that is to follow the move-on order.'25 Feb 09:48 PM
New ZealandMan shot in Te Kauwhata, three arrested after firearm foundPolice say the man was shot at a Te Kauwhata address now under investigation.25 Feb 09:24 PM
New ZealandTaupō river float turns rescue as seven pulled from waterFour men got into trouble: three people jumped in to help. 25 Feb 07:52 PM
WorldRevealed: The contents of Epstein’s secret storage lockerSearch warrants show US authorities never raided at least six Epstein lockers.25 Feb 07:28 PM
WellingtonLyall Bay residents fear neglected Queen's Drive property is a danger to passersbyWellington City Council has logged complaints about the site since 1997.25 Feb 07:20 PM
CrimeTourist threatened with hammers, robbed after car cuts him off on West Auckland footpathThe victim, new to Auckland, was robbed just a week after arriving in the city.25 Feb 06:22 PM
New ZealandPolice called to murder mystery train ride for real-life intervention'They put her in the back of the car and she was screaming, absolutely screaming.'25 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNathan Seiuli: Blunt approach with move-on order could lead to bigger problemsOPINION: Civil group Pillar argues targeted support, not blunt powers, cuts homelessness. 25 Feb 04:54 PM
