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'You shouldn't have done it': Former Wesley worker sentenced for sex crime
Staffer gets a home-based sentence and will not be placed on the sex offender register.
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'Unethical and scummy': Pensioners alert economist Brad Olsen to deep fake scam
The AI deep fake of Olsen is promoting a fraudulent investment scheme.
Woman, 70, dies in hospital two days after being hit by car
Mary Shaw was hit near the intersection of Wai-iti Rd and Wilson St last Tuesday morning.
Young daughter's special messages to cop dad lying critically injured in hospital
Dame Therese Walsh says well wishes from public are supporting the officer's family.
'Look after those who look after us': $60k raised for critically injured cop | Ryan Bridge TODAY
An officer is in a critical condition after being struck by a fleeing driver. Dame Therese Walsh is calling for donations to support his family. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
Motorbike rider dies, car on fire in early morning crash
The crash happened around 2.30am on the outskirts of Palmerston North, closing SH3.
Helicopters called, road closed after serious two-vehicle crash near Kaitāia
Police have closed Oruru Rd after a two-vehicle crash in Peria.
Police hunt after gun reportedly fired, person assaulted following Manukau crash
Police found an abandoned Volkswagen and are searching for those involved.
'The power of social media' helps school recover stolen trailer
A public tip led police to the trailer after people shared CCTV footage online.
'A beautiful lady': Friends remember woman run over in supermarket carpark
Despite bystanders' best efforts, Jeanette Penman died after a car hit her in Sunnynook.
Man arrested after allegedly hitting, critically injuring person at boy racer event
The victim was found with extensive injuries.
Teen missing in surf as police weighed $8200-an-hour helicopter cost
Ashley Wickman, 18, disappeared during a midnight swim with friends
Porirua school closes after 'concerning' chemical discovery on campus
The bomb squad has now destroyed the chemical in a controlled explosion.
'Hopeful every day': Cop injured by fleeing driver still unconscious
The young father's loved ones feel a 'loss of control' as they wait by his bedside.
‘Gang rivalry’ behind crash that killed two policemen and five joyriders
A fundraiser for the families of the officers killed has exceeded $1.82m in donations.
Man, 69, dies after car goes into harbour
The Serious Crash Unit is examining the scene at Holmes Wharf, Ōamaru.
'It's beyond a joke': Whangārei residents fed up with roaming cattle problem
Whangārei Heads residents fear a fatal crash will force action.
Former police officer faces trial for alleged violence against three women
He is also charged with indecent assault, blackmail, and causing damage to a home.
Defence Force detonates 'potentially explosive’ school science experiment
The material was found in a science lab at a Levin school and exploded on the back field.
'It's a bit scary': Mangawhai residents rattled by alleged daytime intruder
Residents are locking their doors after a rare attempted burglary in Mangawhai.
Cat in the Hat 'serial killer' isn't real, police say
South Yorkshire Police said there was no real Cat in the Hat threat.
Gisborne couple found dead had been told to leave NZTA road reserve
Police are still awaiting the results of autopsy tests to determine the cause of death.
Organised crime crisis: Police 'have no power any more'
The killing of Israeli crime boss Yanis Yushvaev highlights rising violence.
Residents hear loud screaming after alleged Blockhouse Bay stabbing
Police want witnesses and footage of the confrontation on Holbrook St.
Police shut down one of Auckland's largest cannabis syndicates, 12 arrested
Dozens of charges were laid after 19 properties were searched across Auckland.
Police investigate suspected BB gun damage in North Shore suburbs
Residents are asked to report suspicious activity to the police, not on social media.
TikTok accused of promoting high-speed police-chase videos as 'thrilling'
The platform's AI-generated summaries have also called such videos 'exciting'.
'Deeply emotional time': Dame sets up fundraiser for critically injured cop
The business leader said the man's family were "dedicated to being there for him".
Man dies after afternoon stabbing on Blockhouse Bay street
Police want dashcam, CCTV footage and information about the confrontation.