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Gang patch ban: Police make ‘handful’ of arrests and seizures on first day of anti-gang law enforcement
Police have reported fewer patches in areas they might typically expect to see them.
Mum of Kaoss Price killed by ‘unjustified’ police shooting says officer ‘needs to be held accountable’
Whānau of man killed by police speak out on 'unjustified' fatal shooting.
Motorcycles with insignia will be seized under new gang patch law - police
Police will not hesitate to confiscate motorcycles under the new gang patch legislation, the assistant commissioner says.
Economic recovery to happen later than first thought
Treasury's chief economist has warned a weaker economic outlook means a delay in a return to growth.
Why a group 4WD tour in the Australian Outback is great for solo travellers
When there's nothing as far as the eye can see, you may appreciate the company.
Man arrested after stabbing at Westfield mall in Newmarket
A 24-year-old man has been charged with aggravated wounding after a serious assault in Newmarket, police say.
Chris Bishop responds to Treasury economy warning: Government not ‘slave to a surplus’
Expectations tempered around return to surplus in 2027/28.
Southland's hidden reservoir of quake-prone crust revealed
A team of scientists has found "an extra-deep layer of the Earth where earthquakes can occur" beneath the region.
Gang patch ban: Members warn of potential for violence to ‘erupt’ as new laws enforced
'I can't see this lasting unless they have a budget to lock fullas up in jail.'
Can’t beat it - unemployment is rising in NZ, why isn’t it rising in Wellington?
Official stats show unemployment has fallen in the capital as other areas rise.
Tākaka truck driver Philip Holt’s death linked to ‘uncharacteristic errors’; failure in brake warning system
He was crushed between his truck and another as the vehicle rolled down a hill.
Logging company avoids fine for worker death after being placed into receivership
Jake William Duncan died on a Hawke's Bay forestry site in 2021.
Teacher aide hours: One-size-fits-all approach doesn't work, say principals
Changes to teacher aide allocations highlight the inadequacy of support for the most disabled children, Auckland principals say.
Pedestrian seriously injured in Birkenhead, Auckland accident
The injured person was taken to North Shore Hospital.
No extra funding for new smoking action plan as daily smokers increase
The minister remained committed to reaching the target by the end of 2025.
'Disappointment' as more veterans likely to die waiting for Agent Orange legal arguments
The government is going to the High Court to challenge the late Sir Wira Harawira's claim that his brain tumour was linked to exposure to Agent Orange during the Vietnam War.
Gang patch ban: Members warn of potential for violence to 'erupt' as new laws enforced
"I can't see this lasting unless they have a budget to lock fullas up in jail," a Mongrel Mob chapter founder says.
Man missing on Remarkables hike found safe
The 25-year-old, identified only as Sanjeev, was dropped off at the start of Wye Creek track on Wednesday morning.
Police officer who shot Kaoss Price used excessive force - IPCA
The IPCA says while a police officer's fatal shooting of Kaoss Price was excessive he should not be charged.
Friends, colleagues pay tribute to Lee Lee Heah who died rock climbing at Mt Arapiles
Tributes have flown for the barrister and climber, who died after a fall at Mount Arapiles in western Victoria on Tuesday.
