New ZealandMurder accused tells court he feared for his life when he shot and killed old friendAdrian Phillips has described to a court the moment he shot at a former mate.22 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Giant heartbroken baby': Murder accused says he broke downAdrian Phillips banged his head against the wall to feel better after a serious accident.21 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Hurry up and kill me': Accused wanted to die during fireAdrian Phillips takes the stand in his trial for the murder of Bayden Williams.20 Jun 11:54 PM
New Zealand'I wanted him to tell me it wasn't real': Former girlfriend's reaction to shootingMacy Randall begged her then-boyfriend to tell her he hadn't shot Bayden Williams,14 Jun 03:36 AM
New ZealandLarge pool of blood on Kopu roadside first indicator of shootingA large pool of blood drew the attention of the officers who were first to the scene.13 Jun 12:06 AM
New ZealandMurder accused felt like there'd been 'no justice' after earlier fightAdrian Phillips felt like there had been no justice after a January fight.03 Jun 05:38 AM
New ZealandKopu murder trial: 'Hey Dad, how's your day' - Father's last words with sonThe original jury was discharged and a new one empanelled yesterday.02 Jun 05:57 PM
New ZealandChildren trapped in early learning centre by floodwaters in Thames-CoromandelIt's believed seven children are at the centre.30 May 04:20 AM
New ZealandSlips and some areas getting 40mm of rain in half an hour as heavy rain batters the North IslandA meteorologist said from 12.30pm to 1pm today Whitianga received 40mm of rain.30 May 12:39 AM
New Zealand'Waves of rain' for NZ, severe thunderstorms possible for North IslandRainfall of up to 40mm an hour is forecast in Northland this evening.28 May 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Manukau port - dream or vision?EDITORIAL: Why is the Govt taking another look at a new port in the southwest of Auckland?27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH2 back open after 'serious' Karangahake Gorge crashIndications are the crash involving two cars has resulted in serious injuries, police say.21 May 02:45 AM
New ZealandControversial Thames-Coromandel mayor to step downThe Thames-Coromandel mayor is ready to retire after 36 years in public office.20 May 01:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Heartbreaking': The toll of four ram raids in four months"It's not just the physical damage and costs but the impact on their emotional wellbeing."18 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Ugly low life' allegedly caught stealing money meant for chronically ill kidsHe allegedly claimed he was hungry, poor. Then he took off with funds meant for sick kids.12 May 07:03 PM
KahuGuardians of the land and sea: Te Puru students relishing kaitiaki roleAttendance up on days the education programme is run as students live and learn on beach.09 May 09:24 PM
New ZealandRam raid victim: 'There needs to be tougher repercussions - they are not heroes'Victims of multiple ram raids want smash and grab offenders to face tougher penalties.04 May 08:34 PM
New Zealand'She couldn't walk, she couldn't talk'; Man jailed for raping 'semi-comatose' womanThe judge assessed the victim as being 'semi-comatose' when she was put to bed.27 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandPolice seek help from social media companies after spate of ram raidsPolice say in recent months there has been an increase in these types of crimes.27 Apr 03:45 AM
New ZealandCoroner lifts suppression for Tairua Bar boating victimFour people were flown to hospital following the incident.14 Apr 08:05 AM
SailingClassic yachts gather in Waikato for special weekend12 classic launches will make their way from Auckland to the Maritime Park in Paeroa.12 Apr 07:20 PM
New ZealandPauanui plane crash witness: 'It skidded and bounced through the air'Two on board 'in shock' after plane ended up against home's fence, witness says.08 Apr 10:31 PM
New ZealandPerson dies at Whangamatā Beach despite CPR attemptsThe person was not able to be revived after being brought from the water this afternoon.25 Mar 07:43 AM
New ZealandWatch: Wild winds hit; warnings of heavy rain, tornados; motorists urged to check conditionsForecasters expect to see dramatic weather in the top half of the North Island.20 Mar 06:26 AM
New Zealand'Caring, loving soul': Coromandel community mourns homicide victimThe body of Guy Richards, 43, was found at a rural property in Manaia on Friday afternoon.20 Mar 03:57 AM
New ZealandManaia homicide victim namedThe homicide happened not far from a serious crash that may or may not be linked.19 Mar 09:10 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warnings, watches for Northland, Auckland, CoromandelHeavy rain warning for Northland, Auckland and the Coromandel for Sunday and Monday.19 Mar 02:29 AM
New ZealandHomicide puzzle: Police probe links between body found on rural property and nearby car crashA 43-year-old man is dead and another man is in a critical condition in hospital.18 Mar 09:03 PM
New ZealandHomicide investigation launched after 43yo man found dead in the CoromandelHe was found dead on a rural property in Manaia.18 Mar 12:57 AM
New ZealandLarge part of the Coromandel without powerParts of the Coromandel will be without power until 1pm.15 Mar 10:18 PM
New Zealand'My business': Mayor to remain unvaxxed despite Novavax claimsArrival of the Novavax vaccine won't change Sandra Goudie's vaccine stance.09 Mar 07:48 PM
New ZealandNovavax vaccine approved: How it differs from PfizerWhen might you be able to access a shot of Novavax?01 Mar 04:52 AM
New ZealandCouncil gives $200,000 towards saving New Chum Beach headlandThe charity that purchased the headland wants government agencies to fund some of it.24 Feb 03:22 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain hits North Island - new warnings of more to comeAdding to the humidity, intense rain is forecast for east from Hawke's Bay to Coromandel.05 Feb 11:27 PM
