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Two men arrested in bushland after burglary at Whakatāne Michael Hill
A police dog was used to track the alleged offenders after a member of the public spotted them in a paddock.
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Free speech debate back on as uni expands panel diversity
29 minutes agoA perceived right-wing bias and concerns about panellist diversity have pushed Victoria University to reformat its debate.
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Ex-cop and convicted rapist Brad Shipton has died
29 minutes agoThe former police detective convicted of raping Louise Nicholas in a case that had far-reaching consequences, has died aged 65.
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'Crime-free nirvana' unrealistic - Police Minister
about 1 hour agoBut police will have more powers, and the retail and security sectors have a range of levers at their disposable, Mark Mitchell says. Audio
Two men arrested in bushland after burglary at Whakatāne Michael Hill
A police dog was used to track the alleged offenders after a member of the public spotted them in a paddock.
Free speech debate back on as uni expands panel diversity
A perceived right-wing bias and concerns about panellist diversity have pushed Victoria University to reformat its debate.
Ex-cop and convicted rapist Brad Shipton has died
The former police detective convicted of raping Louise Nicholas in a case that had far-reaching consequences, has died aged 65.
'Crime-free nirvana' unrealistic - Police Minister
But police will have more powers, and the retail and security sectors have a range of levers at their disposable, Mark Mitchell says. Audio
The Panel with Anna Dean and Alan McElroy (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Anna Dean and Alan McElroy discuss a new survey showing renter despair in Queenstown and parent volunteers in junior sports. Also, we open up the… Audio
The Panel with Anna Dean and Alan McElroy (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Anna Dean and Alan McElroy discuss the increase in need for ADHD medication and the first week of the national phone ban in schools. Audio
'Challenging' weeks ahead as Brynderwyns reopening delayed
A Northland business owner says it was horrific to see yet another slip on the Brynderwyn hills, just weeks away from when it was supposed to re-open. Video
Week in Politics: Polls woes, pay rises and Greens trouble
Analysis - A poll showing the opposition is more popular than the government raises questions, politicians go through their 'trial by pay rise' and a Green MP loses her cool in the debating chamber.
Winston Peters continues criticism of Bob Carr
Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters appears undeterred by legal threats, doubling down on his criticism of former Australian senator, Bob Carr. Political Editor Jo Moir reports. Audio
Three arrests after police raid at Tūrangi property
Three people were arrested in a police operation in Tūrangi Thursday.
Woman wanted by police believed to be in Wellington area
Police are asking the public to help find a woman who has breached her bail conditions.
National raised $10.4m in donations in 2023
Political parties have now fully disclosed the donations they received last year - with National getting more than double the cash of any other party.
Police Minister promises crime policies will deliver
The police minister says its not realistic to expect a crime free nirvana over night but he remains confident the government's tough on offending policies will deliver over time. Police Minister Mark… Audio
Gold cards soon to be allowed on rival Waiheke ferry
The clock is ticking on Fullers' monopoly for the Waiheke ferry service with the Government set to enable newcomers Island Direct to become part of the gold card scheme from the 1st of July. Louise… Audio
Man arrested after allegedly firing weapon near Wellington Hospital
A man who allegedly fired a weapon during a fight near Wellington Hospital Wednesday has been arrested.
Australian avoids deportation from NZ over gang activity
A woman has successfully appealed against a conviction she says would have split up her family if she was deported.
Greens have 'historically bad' start to the year - political scientist
The party has had faced a challenging set of circumstances over the past five months, Lara Greaves says. Audio
Video shows school students fleeing man with machete
Students were seen fleeing from a street brawl involving a person armed with a machete in Auckland.
Rare cars up for auction this weekend
Ever fancied driving a bubble car or NZ's only Amphicar? Well these rare motoring gems among others are going under the hammer this weekend. Webb's Auction Head of Collectors' Cars Caolan McAleer… Audio
'Not my first legal rodeo' - Peters on defamation threat
Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says he will not be cowed by threats of legal action, having received a legal letter from Bob Carr.