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'Gratuitous, mindless violence': Homeless man jailed for fatal bus stop attack on 60yo
A rough sleeper killed a man after waking up agitated at a South Auckland bus stop.
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Inside the Comancheros revenge plot against bodybuilder's family after gang exit stoush
It was a messy break-up for the high-ranking patched member. His family paid the price.
'Deeply distressing': Pupil airlifted to hospital with critical injuries
The Ministry of Education's traumatic incident team is actively supporting the school.
'Run it straight' explained: The combat sport condemned by top doctors that's hit NZ
'Victory belongs to the one who dominates the collision.'
Armed police arrest two, seize firearm in South Auckland raid
A 38-year-old man is charged with unlawful possession of a pistol.
High-risk sex offender abused boy, 4, while in emergency housing
'Something's not right up here', he admitted when police asked why he abused two victims.
Bus driver charged with manslaughter after bus stop attack
The 34-year-old bus driver has been stood down.
A 59-year-old charged after bus crash injures five Auckland students
Charge follows incident where a bus hit a tree in South Auckland.
Flippers under fire: Property traders using $60m tax dodge to buy new build homes cheap
A small developer says he is being put out of business by unscrupulous property traders.
Watch: Dramatic Auckland police chase involving stolen car caught on camera
A 28-year-old man was arrested and will appear in court tomorrow.
Shane Te Pou: Roaming dogs are terrorising our streets
Aggressive dogs often wander the streets freely and can be intimidating.
'You wait. I’ll get you': Motorist mowed down sister's abusive partner
Now he's appealed, saying prison was manifestly excessive for the crime.
Russia and Ukraine strike deal, Manhunt continues in South Auckland | NZ Herald News Update
Russia and Ukraine come to an agreement, Police continue to search for a man following an incident in Papakura yesterday. Wild weather is on the way. Video / NZ Herald
Fleet-footed sergeant thwarts South Auckland mall theft
The officer trapped youths on a bus, recovering $2500 in clothing and $300 in cosmetics.
'Severe body blow': Historic Auckland rugby club ousted from senior comps after bylaw breach
'This is probably the most serious crisis that the club has been through in its history.'
'Horrific': Dog owner sentenced after pets' 'near-fatal' attack on 2yo boy
'The trauma and injuries inflicted on this child were horrific.'
Seven years after teen's murder, 16yo kidnap participant named
Dimetrius Pairama, 17, was tortured for hours before she was forced to hang herself.
Black Power members perform a farewell haka for Manurewa homicide victim Selwyn Robson.
Black Power members perform a farewell haka for Manurewa homicide victim Selwyn Robson. Video / Supplied
Mongrel Mob mum jailed after going into hiding during daughter's murder trial
Kelly-Anne Burns never returned after being granted short-term bail to attend a funeral.
'They can turn at any time': Mum's warning after 8yo daughter mauled by dog
The attack left Milan Tufuga with multiple leg wounds and needing stitches.
'Nothing surprises': Illegal dumping leaves Auckland with costly clean-up
More than 1300 reports of illegal dumping are made each month in Auckland.
'She went flying': Blood gushes from schoolgirl's head after bus crash
“One second she was sitting beside me, the next she wasn’t there.”
'I’m going to kill us both': Man smashed into stationary truck after hearing break-up news
The toxic relationship ended with the defendant and his now ex both needing surgery.
Parents foil attempted abduction of 8yo outside primary school
The boy described the man's car as having offensive words and gestures on its panels.
Destiny Church faces move from Auckland headquarters, new home still not locked in
The church moved into its current Wiri property in 2014.
NZ's biggest business park getting new hub
After around 20 years of intensive development, the 109ha business park is now finished.
'Surrounded with love': Family mourn man who died after alleged bus driver assault
Peter Te Kira's grieving daughter describes the moment he took his last breath.
Gang funeral procession blocks roads, motorbikes ridden on footpaths, witness says
The funeral is thought to be that of Mongrel Mob life member Nassey August.
Bus driver stood down after alleged assault leads to death
Police say the two men had previously interacted with each other.
'Tragic outcome': Man dies after alleged daytime assault at Auckland bus stop
A 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.