'Special couple' farewelled after West Auckland ram killings
They were described as much-loved parents, grandparents and great-grandparents.
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‘He was aggressive’: Ram that killed elderly couple belonged to neighbours
'We keep thinking, why didn’t we hear anything?' another neighbour said.
Motorist terrorised after accidentally merging into gang convoy en route to deadly attack
A short time later, patched Head Hunter Charles Pongi would be killed.
Police confirm Waitākere couple died from animal attack injuries
Police confronted the ram in the paddock before shooting it dead.
'Appalling guidance as a mother': Over-protective mum jailed for murderer son's false alibi
It wasn't the first time Donna Dodds tried to pervert justice for her wayward son.
'Pack a lot of punch': Why rams attack and why pet animals can be worse
Experts: It's not uncommon for farms to have one or two rams that like to charge.
'I do offer him forgiveness': Sister's emotional message to brother's killer
Brayden Towler sat with his head bowed and wearing a deflated look as she spoke.
Rogue ram kills couple in their West Auckland paddock
It is understood police believe the man went out to check on the ram and did not return.
Identity revealed of defendant accused of killing security guard at Auckland reserve
The victim was found dead at Royal Reserve in Massey a week before Christmas.
'The real work begins now' - Samoan community leader on citizenship bill
"The pioneers...we owe that to them, to put the record straight."
Police cordon off road in Clevedon as search warrant is carried out
Authorities are outside a property in rural Clevedon, South Auckland, this morning.
Drug addict used devastating 2023 storms to loot, wreck new homes
He also endangered an Air NZ flight. 'The potential for catastrophe was high,' judge said.
Bail for 56yo accused of attempted schoolgirl abduction
He allegedly tried to start a conversation with the girl before grabbing her.
Man arrested after attempt to abduct schoolgirl in West Auckland
Police said further charges could not be ruled out as the investigation continues.
Cross erected on post where Head Hunter had fatal bike crash
The cross commemorating Sam Rasmussen was erected over Easter.
Yolande Ah Chong, 55, remembered for championing Pacific communities
The broadcaster was known for her bubbly personality, humour and passion to help Pasifika.
SH16 reopened after serious crash, three injured
One person is seriously injured while two others have received moderate injuries.
"Unsettling': Man arrested after armed police descend on West Auckland road
A resident of Simpson Rd said she saw police with rifles guarding the cordon.
From hotshot Ferrari-driving property developer to prison
Police caught him in two meth import schemes at Auckland Airport and Ports of Auckland.
Appeal for dashcam footage after attempted abduction of West Auckland schoolgirl
The schoolgirl managed to break free of the man’s grasp and run home.
New tool helps New Zealand's rarest bird reach record breeding season
The 3D-printed replica eggs help preserve the nests while the real eggs are incubated.
Sun comes out to play on first day of Polyfest
Day 1 of this year's ASB Polyfest saw hundreds of students take to the stage.
Road rage: Brayden Towler found not guilty of Glenmall carpark murder
One juror held out against a not guilty verdict.
Hundreds of Head Hunters descend on West Auckland to mourn crash rider
Police say antisocial or unlawful behaviour will not be tolerated.
Police ask for dashcam footage after man tries to abduct Auckland student
'He grabbed the student’s arm and tried to pull the student into his vehicle.'
Whangamatā Area School scoops up win at inaugural surfing event
The inaugural New Zealand School Surfing Festival was held at Muriwai this week.
Gunman guilty of murder: Mum, best bud and girlfriend to be sentenced too
Ethan Dodds was arrested after a police chase in a stolen car driven by the victim's ex.
Police to monitor gang tangi following Head Hunter's death in crash
Police say any anti-social behaviour in the area will not be tolerated.
The moment a road rage dispute turned to tragedy in West Auckland mall carpark
Steve Braunias on the moment road rage turned fatal in Glen Eden.
LynnMall attacker’s ‘obvious’ mental health issues were missed, Coroner says
Ahamed Samsudeen had been under active surveillance after being released from prison.
Why police failed to stop LynnMall knife attacker
Samsudeen was shot 12 times by police after injuring seven people.
'Strung out' murder defendant boasted of being 'active as f***' on morning of killing
Julius Te Hiva Ka denied being in on a plan to ambush and rob a drug dealer at gunpoint.
Multi-million dollar plans for four new Tāmaki Makaurau marae
What we know about the four projects so far.
'No witnesses': Murder defendant says alleged robbery checklist found in his bedroom wasn’t his
'This was a mistake. This is a stupid ass thing that happened,' he said of the shooting.