Whangārei man Reg Hauwai jailed for assault at Ōtangarei Superette
Then on March 12, 2025, the 37-year-old was shopping at the Ōtangarei Superette on William Jones Drive in…
Whangārei police probe suspicious Raumanga house fire after couch deliberately lit
He believed he woke less than five minutes after the couch was set on fire, but the damage…
Whangārei child sex offender Todd Gibbons sentenced to a further 10 years in prison
The girl documented the assault in her diary, which was later discovered by an adult. In 2006, Gibbons,…
Police discover gun, ammunition, after following stolen vehicle in Whangārei
“A search was conducted of the address, with three people of interest located inside,” Rakete said. Further searches…
Whangārei Oranga Tamariki caregivers’ child abuse trial closed to the public after complainant walks out
The alleged offending came to light when a child, Sally*, ran away and a friend’s mother alerted police.…
Whangārei couple scammed out of savings as police issue fraud warning
Police were alerted about the elaborate scheme on Monday. Pilmer urged the community to be vigilant. He asked…
Stolen trophy mysteriously returns before woman’s sentencing in Whangārei
Daly said at the time she feared the gold plaques would be prised off and melted down due…
Whangārei man Brian Amaitaiti sentenced for chasing teen with chainsaw over loud music
The situation was apparently common and an annoyed Amaitaiti got into a verbal altercation with the teen and…
Whangārei councillors respond to ‘woke’ comments by Deputy Mayor
The article claimed to have obtained a copy of a “tell-all” interview Halse had with Concerned Residents of…
Man accused of Whangārei park murder of Yvonne Chapman dies awaiting trial
He was found deceased on August 22 when police were called to his approved bail address. Paki said…
Whangārei court hears closing arguments in deadly Panguru dog attack trial
“He knew they had a taste for blood.” Wira, 61, has been on trial in the High Court…
Firefighters respond to Whangārei house fire, residents safe
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