Police seize LSD, cocaine, meth and $800k cash in crime syndicate bust
Police said today’s arrests follow months of painstaking investigation.
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Watch: Fugitive Tom Phillips and three children filmed in bush with large packs
The hunters stood mere metres away from the missing family and spoke to the children.
Five arrested after four masked intruders robbed liquor store
The offenders stole alcohol, cigarettes and the till.
Census reveals a wealth of detail about New Zealand’s LGBTIQ+ community
This is the first census that has allowed diverse gender responses.
South Dunedin residents ‘encouraged’ to self-evacuate as flood waters rise
'Risk of flooding, slips are high. Follow the advice of local authorities' - MetService
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‘Exceptional situation’: Dunedin residents warned of overnight downpour, asked to stay home
'Risk of flooding, slips are high. Follow the advice of local authorities' - MetService
Housing, sexuality, income - what latest Census shows about how Kiwis live
Stats NZ has released the first round of data.
33-hr drenching: Severe thunderstorms for upper North Island, snowstorms, downpours in south
Snowstorms are also forecast for parts of south. Severe weather alerts are out across NZ.
Pikiao Bracken Tairua leads Waikato success at Arsenal-X Hybrid Fight Series
Commentator Mike Angove praises rising talent, highlighting Tairua and Proctor's.
'Major safety concerns': Waikato gyms tell minors to lie about ages
A manager at one of the gyms said she was 'trying to fix' her mistake.
Waikato crowned champions at Wheelchair Rugby national contest
Four teams competed, showcasing skill and teamwork in an intense final against Auckland.
Auckland police kept busy during two 'dangerous' attempts to evade arrest
A man associated with the Head Hunters has been arrested after traversing Auckland.
Jetstar passengers evacuated after stairs blown into plane
Powerful gusts of up to 100 km/h are expected to roar across the north this afternoon.
'Be ready': Heavy rain lashes Auckland, more thunderstorms incoming
A wintry blast will envelop most regions.
Ministry of Education responds over claims school staff ate free lunches meant for students
Hard to learn right from wrong when ‘teacher’s nicking your lunch’, David Seymour says.
'He's done it again': Anger as crash victims learn driver has now killed another person
1982 crash victim's sister: “It’s just like, ‘you bastard, you brought it all up again’.
Excitement builds for 2024 NZ Secondary Schools Lacrosse Championships in Te Awamutu
Te Awamutu Sports thrilled to host national lacrosse event.
'Well-known and respected': Bishop Denis George Browne, 86, dies after long illness
He led the Hamilton diocese from 1994 to 2014 and a priest for more than 60 years.
'Keep safe out there': 'Intense' thunderstorms rattle Auckland as storm finally hits
Thunderstorms are creeping towards Auckland.
Retired Hamilton guide dog and 'reading buddy' wins title of NZ's 'Top Dog with a Job'
Greta’s calm presence and persona have been key in helping autistic children learn.
Senita Lauaki scores in Waikato Rugby debut, following brother Sione's legacy
Senita Lauaki, brother of late All Black Sione, debuts for Waikato in 26-20 win.
'A horrific childhood': The story of toil and triumph on the road to the 2024 Paralympics
Kiwi paralympians' struggle to qualify for Paris is captured in a gripping documentary.
Jury out in trial of former political figure accused of historical abuse
The former political figure is accused of sexually abusing two teenage boys.
Wheelchair rugby nationals in Te Awamutu: Four regions vie for glory
Four regions will compete for pride at the Low Point Wheelchair Rugby Championships.
Dog's life saved thanks to 12k social media followers
The paralysed pooch was diagnosed with help from his fans.
Waikato Rugby lends Christian Leali’ifano to injury-hit Auckland squad
Auckland Rugby thanks Waikato Rugby for loaning Leali'ifano amid injury woes.
Warning: Meth-laced lollies could kill - what to look out for
Potentially lethal dose of methamphetamine found in Rinda pineapple lolly wrapping.
Waikato clubs mourn Kiwi rugby player killed in Perth car crash
Simpkins was killed in a car crash in Perth on Sunday morning.
'No one listened to me': Mums share stories of birth trauma to help others
Kiwi mums have shared their stories of birth trauma in a bid to raise awareness.
Environmental disaster: Super-spreading seaweed could mean $150m hit for Hauraki Gulf
The world’s worst marine pest is 'the greatest threat facing our marine ecosystem.'
Man ran from mental health centre, stole SUV at knifepoint before fatal Waikato crash
Stunned motorists spoke of erratic, speeding driver before tragedy.
Motorist 'paranoid' after narrowly avoiding head-on motorway collision with wrong-way driver
'Your brain goes into overdrive and you start thinking, imagine if you had looked down.'
Person arrested after driving on wrong side of SH1, causing three-vehicle crash
After causing the accident, the driver pulled an about-turn then fled the scene.
'Given up': 16yo shut out of school in defiance of ministry directive
16-year-old says he has given up on ever finishing his secondary education.