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RSA triple killer claims he was discriminated against, court hears
Notorious killer says suggestion he smuggled contraband in prison is a 'cheap shot'.
RSA triple killer William Bell apologises for his crimes, seeks judicial review of his security reclassification last year
William Bell: 'I am not proud of what I did. I committed a horrendous crime.'
Desert Rd shallow grave death: Two men lose name suppression
Ricky Wang's body was found in a shallow grave covered in concrete near the Desert Rd.
Mt Ruapehu fall: 'I saw sky and gravel and rock flash before my eyes'
His first thought after a tumble down a mountain: "I am going to need a helicopter."
Shots fired at Corrections officer in Whanganui Prison carpark
Corrections supporting staff member and family after shooting.
Ill-prepared tourist froze to death on Alpine Crossing
Civil engineer lost his life after being separated from the others on alpine crossing.
Covid 19 coronavirus: Taranaki iwi community checkpoints will be questioning travellers tomorrow
People travelling into Taranaki will be queried.
Son mourns dad's loss on Tongariro Crossing: 'It was an amazing place to die'
A tourist suffering from cancer died with his son holding his hand on Tongariro Crossing.
The Chase: Son urges drivers not to flee cops
Today the "Herald" launches "The Chase" - a four-day series about police pursuits.
Nelson fires could still be burning in March
Wakefield evacuees could return home tonight, dew and high humidity helping firefighters.
Police reveal new $20m body armour
All officers to get new stab and bullet-resistant protection.
Lucky Lotto store grabs tenth big win
"To hear that it's come to friendly Feilding - that's just fantastic."
Under siege: The attacks on emergency staff
St John and police frustrated by high numbers of attacks on frontline staff.
One dead, four injured in Palmerston North crash
Diversions are in place after the crash which occurred at an intersection.
Stranded in the desert: 'I heard my pelvis shatter'
"It was hard because the heat is enough to kill you."
'We should still have our boy': Parents' plea for care on roads
Parents describe trauma of losing son in a crash that never should have happened.
Seven hours lost at sea: How Ava kept dad alive
"They don't bring people back from something like that normally."
Mall siege: Knifeman arrested after holding woman hostage
The man was seen waving his knife at police negotiators during the terrifying ordeal.
Mum walks free on charge of attacking daughter's bully
A mum fed up with schoolyard bullying lashed out at a teenager.
Mark Lundy to ask for review after appeal fails over infamous double murders
Lawyer says it is inevitable Lundy will ask Supreme Court to review decision.
Murderer Smith argues against prison rules
Phillip Smith appeared via AVL link in court today wearing the toupee that made headlines.
More pain at the pump: 91 fuel creeps past $2.40 a litre
Motorists are once again feeling the pinch of petrol prices.
'Not a random attack': Whanganui quiet after fatal shooting, say officials
Police from Manawatu and Taranaki have been called to Whanganui after a fatal shooting.
Brave mum's faith after double family tragedy
A year from her husband's death, Emily Campbell didn't expect to face death again so soon.
Crash by alleged drunk driver leaves amputee stranded
Flat Bush crash: "He turned my station wagon into a bloody hatchback."
Chemical spill forces evacuation
Emergency services are at Turners & Growers warehouse on Mihaere Dr, in Roslyn.
Watch: PM talking on family packages while holding Neve
Jacinda Ardern has spoken to the public for the first time since leaving hospital.
Family helpless as man pours about $100K into romance scam
"It's his money, he can pretty much do what he wants with it."
Duped: Scams costing Kiwis up to $500m a year
Kiwis are losing up to $500 million annually to international scammers.
Max security prisoner attacks staff member at Auckland Prison
Three attacks have targeted staff members at Auckland Prison in the past week.