Crime
Thousands in counterfeit cash found after dodgy Facebook Marketplace deals
A 26-year-old man has been arrested and faces six charges of obtains by deception.
Businesses owner shocked as hunt continues after deadly fight
Four people were hurt, including a 20-year-old man who died in hospital. Audio
'Loving relationship': Defence denies DeLuney fell out with mother
Lawyers for Julia DeLuney - accused of killing her 79-year-old mum - say they had an "ordinary" relationship. Audio
Man caught with several bags of stolen perfume
He was caught during a routine traffic stop.
20yo killed in Hamilton brawl was celebrating upcoming birthday
Police investigating homicide following fatal fight on Alexandra Street. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 21st July 2025
In today's episode, more expensive food, rents and power prices have driven inflation to a 12-month high; Hamilton police are still looking for the people and weapons involved in a deadly brawl in… Audio
Mushroom lunch survivor returns to church after Patterson's guilty verdict
Erin Patterson was found guilty of three counts of murder and one of attempted murder.
Wheelchair-using rapist fails to appeal sentence
Stephen Robert Wilson claims the right side of his body is paralysed after he struck the side of a prison van.
Hamilton bar owner on deadly brawl in city
There is a manhunt underway in Hamilton after a fatal street fight over the weekend. Lawrenson Group owns a handful of bars in Hamilton's CBD, CEO John Lawrenson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Should teen rapist be sentenced as a youth, or the adult he is now?
The Supreme Court is being asked if it was fair to sentence him as an adult.
Auckland police impound vehicles at boy racer event
Auckland police issued dozens of fines, impounded vehicles, and breath-tested thousands of drivers during a boy racer event on Saturday night. Acting Counties Manukau District Commander Acting… Audio
Auckland street racer clampdown: Dozens fined, cars impounded
Police issued dozens of fines, impounded vehicles, and breath-tested thousands of drivers during a large "antisocial road user event" in Auckland on Saturday night.
Taranaki rapist denied parole due to risk of violent reoffending
It's been 11 years since Allan Rosewarne was jailed for his reign of rape, extreme violence, sadism and cruelty to children.
NSW gang task force boss's message for 'expendable' juveniles
In more than 30 years on the police force, Detective Superintendent Jason Box has never seen a Sydney gangland war like this one.
The people brought down in a South American-linked syndicate sting
In 2022, a joint police and customs bust uncovered cartel links to smuggled drugs in furniture and art, and a family at the centre of it all.
Commissioner 'angry' and 'let down' over allegations against former deputy
In an email Richard Chambers sent to staff he addressed the media reports "in relation to an individual".
How to spot and avoid 'ghost store' scams online
Netsafe's chief online safety officer Sean Lyons is back with Jim to discuss the recent rise of online "ghost stores" and how you can make sure you are shopping from a legitimate retailer. Audio
Are our politicians safe from threats and 'free to lead'?
MPs discussed online harm and the safety of public figures in a panel at Parliament this week. Why has it worsened and what is fuelling it?
Explainer: What you need to know about Trump, MAGA and the Epstein files
Facing a rare backlash from supporters, the US President has made a move related to Epstein's 2019 indictment for sex crimes. Audio
Father, daughter who stole $159k in ATM heist say cash is gone
The pair say the stolen money was spent on drug debts, vehicles, rent and tangihanga.
