Five dead in 'horrendous' crash near Hamilton, SH3 closed
Police collecting evidence from scene to understand reason behind tragic accident.
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Auckland cop charged with causing death of fleeing motorcyclist, heading to trial
Levi Proctor crashed after an officer turned on his lights and sirens.
Use of police dog on man 'hiding in the bush' from police justified: IPCA
The man suffered injuries to his face and needed surgery on his ear after being bitten.
Armed police surround Christchurch house, arrest alleged kidnapper after negotiations
The man, 41, faces several charges including threatening to kill, assault and kidnapping.
'Extreme risk of electrocution': Police warning after power line thefts
There have been increasing reports of power line thefts over the past 10 days.
Driver taken to hospital with serious injuries after hitting cattle beast on highway
A police spokeswoman said there were reports of stock on the road at the time.
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Man dragged 30m by car after woman dupes him in Facebook Marketplace deal
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Duo arrested on yacht after Auckland homes burgled
A 48-year-old man is due to appear in Auckland District Court tomorrow.
Police officers assaulted, wounded after stopping speeding driver
Speeding motorist loses appeal against convictions for assault and wounding.
One person seriously injured in truck and car crash on SH30
There are reports of injuries.
New multi-agency group dedicated to reducing youth crime at bus-hub
The working group is dedicated to improving safety at Dunedin's Bus Hub.
Tamaki addresses sexual abuse allegations involving banned disciple
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Student with toy gun sends entire Kerikeri school into lockdown
Kerikeri High School was placed under lockdown after reports of a person with a gun.
Jarrod Gilbert: How the National Gang Unit can make an impact
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'It's astonishing': Road safety advocates welcome long-awaited roadside drug testing
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Police seeking help to find alleged fleeing driver who ran into a lagoon
The driver was earlier seen driving in 'an unsafe manner' around midnight.
Navy assist in search for unidentified man missing in Wellington Harbour
Up to 14 vessels and a rescue helicopter scoured Wellington Harbour on Friday.
Three people taken to hospital after tractor and car collide
The road was closed due to debris and an oil spill.
Editorial: Is Auckland safe?
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Police officer admits assaulting youth ram raid suspects after chase
The victims, ages 13, 14 and 17, were passengers in a vehicle that had just been spiked.
'If you're unwell, give up your licence' – Gun law change may have unintended consequences
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Motorcyclist dies after crash involving car in Te Kūiti
Police confirmed that one person has died this evening.
'Barking', yelling after gang fight near school rugby game
Police respond to fracas after nearby car crash.
Auckland's Southwestern Motorway reopens after crash near Onehunga
Southbound traffic was backed up 2km from the crash site on SH20 near Onehunga.
Teammates of fatally stabbed Dunedin teen cancel rugby game in memory of friend
Otago rugby says the 'tragic circumstances' are being felt across the rugby community.
Woman charged with arson over Parnell lodge fire
Up to 16 fire trucks rushed to fight the blaze in one of Auckland's swankiest suburbs.
Gisborne gang members arrested
Four men are facing multiple serious charges, including aggravated robbery.
Police investigate 'suspicious' fire that destroyed Waihī Beach house
The children of the family called the bach ‘‘the greatest place on earth’’.
Dunedin bus hub fatal stabbing: 'A tragic event involving two very young people'
A 13-year-old boy appeared in court today charged with murder.
One person dead after truck and car collide near Hamilton
The road between Hamilton and Te Awamutu reopened just before 7pm.
Gisborne police arrest four gangsters for intimidating witnesses, threatening to kill
"Police have put a significant effort into executing these arrests."
Ruapehu civil defence controller calls for more resources
'Communities are the first level of response during emergencies'