Auckland's Southwestern Motorway reopens after crash near Onehunga
Southbound traffic was backed up 2km from the crash site on SH20 near Onehunga.
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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'
Cadaver dogs used in search for missing woman
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Three-car crash in Auckland causing major delays
Motorists are advised to expect delays following a serious crash in Waterview.
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Teen dies after fight near Dunedin police station
Onlookers said they believed someone had been stabbed.
Person injured near Dunedin police station, reports of a stabbing
Onlookers said they believed someone had been stabbed.
Preschoolers enjoy arresting experience as police visit for Road Safety Week
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72-year-old train manager assaulted: Police hunt man who knocked him out
The victim was bashed on March 28. The offender got off at Fruitvale Station.
Town hall wrecked after 'dramatic' ute crash
Orawia town hall left with enormous hole after ute crashes through it.
One dead after truck and van crash near Te Aroha
Police have reported serious injuries were sustained in the crash.
Caffeine-hit: Thieves help themselves to coffee cart parked outside owner's home
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Te Pāti Māori wants National MP referred to police - just like the ‘brown party were’
Leader calls for a byelection and the establishment of an anti-corruption commission.
'He wasn't a guest': Nearby hotel owner claims offender 'hiding' before shooting
Police are aware that the offender was carrying a long-barrelled firearm.
Police seeking drone footage after fatal Waikato crash
The three-vehicle crash happened on Sunday, May 19 on State Highway 5 at Tāpapa.
Armed offender on the run after shooting at South Auckland hotel
Police say no injuries were reported.
Letters: Police checkpoints worth every cent; MP can't be trusted
OPINION: 'Prevention in this case is much better than the cure.'
Auckland CBD businesses plead for more cops as safety fears keep customers away
“The CBD is so bad, even having lunch is not safe anymore."
Boatie plucked from dinghy after abandoning burning boat
A man was found in a rubber dinghy after abandoning a burning boat.
‘Atrocious’ weather a possible factor in double fatal crash, police say
The crash in rural Canterbury left two dead and one in serious condition.
Kiri Allan sentenced on crash, refusing to go with police
The former Justice Minister's trial has been called off at the last minute.
Police appeal to drone operator near fatal crash scene
One person died in the three-vehicle crash on Sunday.
Scooter on the busway: Officers on foot catch alleged thief
The alleged offender was caught on camera before he was chased by police.
New Caledonia rescue, deadly turbulence and severe weather | Focus Morning Bulletin May 22, 2024
Kiwis rescued from New Caledonia touch down, terrifying turbulence leaves one dead and more severe weather on the way in the latest NZ Herald headlines.
Hamilton man arrested after threatening member of public, guns and drugs seized
The Armed Offenders Squad descended on a Hamilton street on Monday.
Person critically injured is airlifted to hospital after Canterbury crash
The crash in rural Canterbury happened around 1.30pm.