'I just wanted the truth': Sobbing witness recalls stab victim's disclosure before his death
Rangiwhero Ngaronoa was 22 when he was stabbed to death in November 2021.
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Focus: Lauren Dickason's defence gives closing statement
"This is the very kind of case that the law of infanticide was designed for," said Lauren Dickason's defence lawyer during her closing statement on Friday. Video / Supplied
Lauren Dickason's lawyer: Case is 'the very kind the law of infanticide was designed for'
A Crown expert says there is no basis for an infanticide defence.
Trouserless man bitten by police dog flees in patrol car
The wanted thief wriggled out of his trousers after a police dog latched onto him.
Focus: Crown's closing statement in Lauren Dickason trial
The 42-year-old admits killing her three daughters Liané, 6, and 2-year-old twins Maya and Karla, but denies it was murder and has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity or infanticide. Video / Supplied
Lauren Dickason trial: Crown tells jury ‘you will be sure’ this is a case of murder
Prosecutor Andrew McRae has given his closing address to the jury.
One person in custody, armed police raid West Auckland property
A resident described seeing over a dozen police officers running around holding guns.
Delivery driver breaks 'elderly' man's arm during clash over parking
The man was pushed so hard he flew threw the air and landed on the ground.
Pair arrested after allegedly fleeing police in stolen car
It follows a wild pursuit in the city earlier in the week.
Enchanter report, NZ First up in polls and tourists fly to space | Focus Morning Bulletin August 11, 2023
Urgent safety issues to be revealed in final report on the sinking of the Enchanter, could Winston Peters be heading back to Parliament? And tourists fly to space for the first time. Video / NZ Herald / Getty / AP Video / Virgin Galactic
'Over my dead body': Father attacks police officers uplifting his daughter
A parenting order stated the 4-year-old was meant to be in the care of her mother.
Gangster '666' sentenced for making guns, selling meth and death threats via smuggled prison phone
'Wayniac' said he is ready to reform, but the judge noted he's prospecting for a new gang.
Final witness finishes evidence for Lauren Dickason trial
Crown expert says no basis for infanticide defence.
'Concerned and distraught': Police launch homicide probe into missing Auckland teen
The Massey resident was last seen by friends and family on April 21.
'They have to take off when they are called': Concerns about excessive noise at proposed rescue chopper base hits the High Court
A community group says the service needs to find another area.
LGBTQ activist pleads guilty to punching 71yo at heated Posie Parker rally
The victim suffered a concussion, court documents state.
Hair of woman's dead son stolen by man who lost his own child's ashes
The thief took the woman's locket which contained the irreplaceable item.
Scammers strike, mushroom mystery and cold blast sets in | Focus Morning Bulletin August 10, 2023
A Whanganui mum has lost $350,000 to scammers, the plot thickens in the Australia mushroom poisoning case and temperatures plunge as a cold blast sets in. Video / NZ Herald / Getty
Jurors shown video of 22yo's fatal stabbing as murder trial begins
Graphic content: The victim, 22, died after he was dumped at Takanini Medical Centre.
Doctor caught drunk behind the wheel of his Jaguar, racks up fourth conviction
The GP fell off the wagon following news of a family tragedy. He is now on home detention.
Athlete discharged on sex offence not in Olympic contention despite claim he put ‘dream aside’
The man's sporting body also said he was not a member when he was charged.
'My world was falling apart': Lauren Dickason gives most detailed account of killing children
Crown expert says no basis for infanticide defence.
Watch: Remuera restaurant ram raid, deputy mayor 'beyond angry'
Early morning Remuera burglary caught on camera.
Remuera Restaurant ram raid
Ram raiders in Remuera have taken alcohol and cash in a brazen robbery. Video / supplied
Watch: Person violently run down by car in Palmerston North gang brawl
The incident happened less than two days before a Mongrel Mob member was fatally shot.
Prison ordered for meth syndicate henchman who tied drug rival to chair and stabbed him to death
The trial gave a rare first-hand insight into Auckland's lucrative underground meth labs.
Lauren Dickason at 'increased risk of deterioration' in weeks leading up to alleged triple murder - expert
Crown expert says no basis for infanticide defence.
Gang feud brews, why BlackRock loves NZ and time to ban phones in schools? | Focus Morning Bulletin August 9, 2023
Communities left in fear as a gang feud brews, why US$8.6 trillion BlackRock loves New Zealand and the party keen to ban phones in schools. Video / NZ Herald / Getty
Strangler surprised his victim survived
Argument over $40 cellphone charger in community house almost fatal.
Police at scene of ram raid in Takapuna
Police made arrests after a ram raid in Takapuna overnight. Video / NZ Herald
Rebels gang boss made at least $1m dealing drugs but loses lifestyle block, cash, cars, motorcycles
Gang leader forfeits criminal proceeds after police investigation into financial affairs.
Victim ‘karate-kicked’ in face during night out confronts offender in court
The victim was in town, minding his own business, when he was kicked in the face.
Police arrest man after fatal Point England shooting
Police searched a Glen Innes address today and arrested a man.
Mum should've been hospitalised for 'severe' depression - expert
Crown expert says no basis for infanticide defence.