Whangārei dam closed to public after more bird deaths, avian botulism suspected
“We have notified relevant stakeholders and hapū, and will work with them as more information becomes available. “Any…
South Auckland shooting: Person seriously injured in Manurewa garage attack
The short cul-de-sac, lined with townhouses, is off Russell Rd, close to Homai Station. The people who lived…
Police say 85-year-old missing in Sydney kidnapping is ‘wrong man’
Chris Baghsarian was kidnapped from outside his North Ryde home. Photo / NSW Police A dark Toyota SUV,…
A 2002 cold case has engulfed a Colombian cycling star after hitmen accuse him of masterminding it
Last week, prosecutors announced that Herrera was under investigation over the case, which has haunted his hometown for…
Wellington night sky lit up by ‘meteorite’ flying overhead
But Olson had “never seen anything like that before, that’s for sure”. “Everyone’s calling it a meteorite.” The…
Police officer living with gang member and caught with cannabis in drug bust one of 10 investigations into links between police and organised crime
The officer was discharged without conviction and granted permanent name suppression. The case is one of a growing…
Man appears in court on charges after handing himself in for questioning over suspected double homicide
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At least five people are missing after Silver Lake Nursing Home partially collapsed
The facility, which officials also referred to as Silver Lake Nursing Home, partially collapsed into its basement. The…
Matamata, Whangamatā and Paeroa drug raids lead to five arrests
A 34-year-old local man has been charged with possessing methamphetamine for supply and obstructing police. He is due…
Suspected illegal gambling venues uncovered in Auckland raids
“We do have concerns there could be links to organised crime within and are working with the NZ…
Police discover ‘human remains’ at Melbourne property amid probe into 2014 disappearance of toddler
The remains have been found after an investigation into the disappearance of the toddler, who was not reported…
Hygiene concerns raised after mould found at Manukau Super Clinic
The couple were in the consultation room for just five minutes when she saw the growth. “It’s just…