Routine arrest left Rotorua police officer attacked by dog, new charge laid for offender
Today, police told the Herald that the officer who required surgery is “recovering well”. “The other officer involved…
Rotorua police officer undergoes surgery after dog attack during arrest
“The two staff members went through to hospital for treatment. One of them required surgery. “Obviously this is…
Coroner: Deaths of friends on way to Rhythm & Vines an ‘avoidable tragedy’
The exchange turned violent and the fight spilled from the back of the car they were in and…
Young builder left with vision loss after stroke caused by brain tumour
King‘s partner, Abby Holliday, 27, told the Herald his memory of the day things unravelled remained fuzzy. “It…
From Marokopa to nighttime shootout: How Tom Phillips saga turned to tragedy
At 3.20am the officer, after figuring out the pair’s likely route, had laid spikes near where Waipuna and…
Warriors halfback Tanah Boyd explains why his surprise NRL demotion was a blessing
However, Martin was unavailable the following week – stood down due to concussion protocols – which allowed Boyd…
Kiwi couple’s Vietnam dream trip turns ‘nightmare’ after medical crisis on first day
“He was conscious but he couldn’t get up or move at all. I called reception and they called…
Former All Black turned dentist Dr Keith Nelson dies, aged 86
“Keith’s legacy lives on through his family and his enduring impact on the rugby community,” said Auckland Rugby.…
Dogs that fatally mauled Neville Thomson also allegedly turned on owner Abel Wira
“They were vicious-looking dogs. “[I] had to wind the window up so they didn’t jump in the window…
Father of three Matthew Taylor dies in Ruakākā kayaking tragedy
His body was discovered a short distance from where his upturned kayak had been found. According to police,…
Father of three Matthew Taylor dies in Ruakākā kayaking tragedy
His body was discovered a short distance from where his upturned kayak had been found. According to police,…
Auckland family feud: Sione Tupou gets life for Texas Doctor murder
As they were loading the alcohol into their car, a VW Golf, Texas Doctor, known to family as…