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Police are investigating a serious crash in Takanini
Police are investigating a serious crash after a car collided with the BurgerFuel building in Takanini last night. Video / NZ Herald
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Missing hunter gives rescuers thumbs-up from cliff face after 7-hour ordeal
The party spent several hours searching before they called the police.
Police investigating why car smashed into Queenstown hotel front
Police were notified about the crash at 11.40am on Saturday.
Man charged with attempted murder after child seriously hurt in Auckland park
The 20-year-old man was taken into custody yesterday.
Police probe 'serious' South Auckland assault that left one person in hospital
Police said it was an isolated incident and there is no ongoing public safety concerns.
From penthouse to prison: How FBI sting unravelled Mongrel Mobster's lavish lifestyle
Josef Heart, formerly known as Joe Edmonds, pleads guilty to 119 charges on eve of trial.
An abandoned home on Shah Place has collapsed following a suspicious fire last night.
An abandoned home on Shah Place has collapsed following a suspicious fire last night. Video / NZ Herald / Krenis Patel.
Child understood to be among two hospitalised after Auckland park assault
A 20-year-old man was taken into custody.
Move-on orders begin today, but retailers fear problems will just shift
Non-compliance will bring a $2000 fine or up to three months' imprisonment.
Bottles hurled at police vehicle as hundreds of youths cause disorder in Mahia
Police warn this behaviour 'isn’t going to end well'.
Four arrested in Avondale police operation after alleged shoplifting incident in Henderson
One alleged thief pushed a worker before fleeing in a vehicle.
Person in critical condition after South Auckland attack
The alleged assault happened outside a commercial premises at 12.10am.
Watch: 'Ram raid' on Lincoln Rd, Christchurch
A sheep ran into a building, shattering glass in Christchurch. Video / Supplied
Dramatic end to wild Palmerston North police chase
Footage captures the final moments of a dramatic police chase through Palmerston North, where a fleeing car was brought to a stop after colliding with another vehicle.
'Could have hit more kids': Mother's plea after daughter struck crossing road
The 11-year-old suffered a mild concussion and spent five hours in hospital.
'I made a mistake': Illegal base-jumper needed rescuing off Auckland building | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Fire and Emergency New Zealand pulled a man through a window 23 storeys above ground after a failed parachute jump. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
Armed Offenders Squad deployed to standoff with armed male in West Auckland
A 55-year-old man is in a serious condition after being shot by police during an incident in which he discharged a long-barrelled weapon towards officers. Video / Dean Purcell
Seven guns, hundreds of parts seized in Kaiapoi 3D-printing operation
Police seized more than 300 firearms, parts and ammunition in Kaiapoi.
Search continues for missing kayaker at Waihī Beach
Police were called at 5.40pm yesterday after reports a man entered the water.
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, October 21, 2026
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Police ramp up action on retail crime and Australian MP Helen Haines' alleged attacker in court | Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Video / NZ Herald
Retailers report retail crime falling as theft charges surge
Retail theft charges reached 21,185, over triple the total four years earlier.
'Deeply talented': Mt Dixon avalanche victim named
Troy Forsyth was an avalanche snow safety officer and ski patroller.
'No policies match your search': Labour lacks law and order ideas days out from voting
National says Labour hasn't made a 'whisper' about law and order.
Highly experienced mountaineer dies in Mt Dixon avalanche
The man was on a recreational ski trip with three other experienced climbers.