New ZealandFamily of 501 who died after Ōrere Point tasering launch fundraiser to fly body homeFamily say he grew up in Australia but was deported in 2017 under the 501 law.10 Mar 05:20 AM
New ZealandWatch: Large commercial building ablaze in HamiltonEmergency services are responding.09 Mar 11:23 PM
New ZealandPolice confirm no suspicion in Wairoa man’s deathEmergency services found him unresponsive on March 5 in Wairoa.09 Mar 10:55 PM
New Zealand‘Never seen anything like it’: Ruapuna Speedway driver suffered burns in fiery crashThe driver is in serious but stable condition in Middlemore Hospital. 09 Mar 10:40 PM
New ZealandPolice search uncovers meth, $100,000 cash and an e-bike stolen in 2023Armed officers stopped the alleged 'known offender' while driving in Tikokino on Friday.09 Mar 10:36 PM
New ZealandBus crash blocks road, motorists told to avoid areaEmergency services were alerted to the incident on Hutt Rd at 10.20am. 09 Mar 10:16 PM
New Zealand‘It’s a bit scary’: Homicide probe after man found at Christchurch flatsDespite urgent treatment, he died at the scene. 09 Mar 10:00 PM
New ZealandPre-planned police operation led to school lockdownOne person was arrested. Police remain at the scene.09 Mar 08:56 PM
New ZealandStudent in custody, another in hospital after serious ‘assault’ near Napier high school'The safety and wellbeing of our students and staff is our immediate priority.'09 Mar 08:07 PM
New ZealandRevealed: The region with a drinking problem twice as bad as the rest of NZThe Far North District is developing an LAP to curb harm.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRegistered sex offender thought he was sending explicit messages to teen ... but he was wrongIt was actually a detective posing as a 14-year-old on Snapchat.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTotal fire ban for all of Northland as 11ha blaze in scrub containedFar North fire crews have managed to contain a large blaze in vegetation at Mangakahia.09 Mar 01:36 AM
New ZealandCalls for change: Petition demands police bodycams after man’s deathFamily members allege police violently assaulted Faasala Samu Matue.08 Mar 11:52 PM
New ZealandDestiny and Man Up double down on pride protestsThe church group has not been deterred by widespread condemnation of its pride protests. 08 Mar 09:49 PM
New ZealandRuapuna Speedway crash: One person in serious condition, event cancelledRuapuna Speedway cancelled tonight's race meeting due to 'medical event'.08 Mar 08:04 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies following crash in Dairy Flat, AucklandThe rider of the motorcycle died at the scene. 08 Mar 07:14 AM
New ZealandProtesters clash with Wellington Pride parade as police step inMayor Tory Whanau praised the quick response, saying many didn't notice the protest.08 Mar 07:12 AM
New Zealand‘They’ve destroyed him’: Family allege police assaulted man who died after being taseredFaasala Samu (Sam) Matue died after being tasered and pepper sprayed by police.08 Mar 04:43 AM
New ZealandMissing for nearly three months: Have you seen Joshua?54-year-old Joshua has been missing since December 11.08 Mar 03:13 AM
New ZealandMotorway offramp reopens after unexplained deathInquiries are now under way and a motorway offramp is closed.07 Mar 04:14 AM
New ZealandPolice admit mistake: Road spikes left on patrol vehicle’s roof fall off, puncturing tyres on seven carsOfficers will be retaught how to use spikes after the Southern Motorway incident. 07 Mar 02:18 AM
Crime‘Justice, peace and comfort’: Tributes for man who died at Ōrere Point He allegedly bit an officer and threatened others with a metal pole.07 Mar 01:14 AM
New ZealandAuckland school forced into lockdown after gun scare speculationParents took to social media saying children were told to turn off their phones and hide.07 Mar 12:44 AM
New Zealand‘Expect delays’: Section of Northern Motorway reopens after multi-vehicle crash"Motorists are advised to expect delays or seek an alternative route."06 Mar 11:49 PM
New ZealandSH25 cleared after after logging truck hit power pole near WhangamatāPolice said contractors were at the scene and there were no reports of injuries.06 Mar 09:59 PM
New ZealandPolice find large knife, $3200 cash and meth at Hamilton CBD arrestA man was reported for suspicious behaviour on Thursday afternoon.06 Mar 08:14 PM
New Zealand‘Top bloke’: Family mourn 73yo grandfather after ‘unexplained’ deathTributes are being paid to the 'popular guy' who 'will be sorely missed'.06 Mar 06:58 AM
New ZealandPolice hunt man over aggravated robbery, escaping custody in AucklandCave has long hair, usually worn in a top-knot style, and has two tā moko style tattoos.06 Mar 05:06 AM
New ZealandSearch for woman who failed to board flight stepped upPolice believe Penelope may have travelled to the Otago Peninsula area.06 Mar 03:27 AM
New ZealandNumber of wildfires on the rise, Fire and Emergency saysIn New Zealand, 99% of wildfires are caused by people.06 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandDrivers and passengers shaken as rocks pelted at busesRocks have been thrown at buses on Matai St, Ōtangarei, smashing windows.06 Mar 12:42 AM
New ZealandMan seen on CCTV footage holding weapon in Hamilton CBDCouncil CCTV operators reported the man to police.05 Mar 11:50 PM
New ZealandHoax: Police rule out any threat to Canterbury schoolLast night's email threatened violence today. 05 Mar 07:50 PM
New ZealandPolice seek public help to identify man in ‘sensitive’ Auckland casePolice are seeking information to identify a man sought as part of an investigation.05 Mar 06:24 PM