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Man found with stab wounds outside Pukekohe supermarket

The man was taken to hospital; in a 'moderate condition'.

Michael Morrah speaks to Angela Sagala following meth laced lollies found in Auckland

Aiden Sagala died after unknowingly drinking liquid methamphetamine. His sister, Angela Sagala, speaks to Michael Morrah after the discovery of meth-laced lollies in Auckland.

A fall or strangulation? Dr questions stepmum's explanation for toddler's injuries

A doctor assessed an injured Harlee-Rose five months before she was allegedly murdered.

Pauline Hanna planned to 'see a lawyer and write a will' prior to her death, friend tells court

The eye surgeon is accused of murdering his wife then staging a suicide.

Hostage situation in Te Atatu: Auckland police arrest man after assault

A police spokesman told the Herald they received a report a man was being held against his will at an address on Matipo Rd at 2.34pm. Caption: Video / Grant Routen

'He tried to strangle me': What Pauline Hanna told friends before she died

The eye surgeon is accused of strangling his wife then staging it to look like a suicide.

Lollies distributed in food parcels contain "potentially lethal levels" of meth

At least three people have so far needed medical attention after lollies found to contain 3 grams of methamphetamine were donated to, then distributed by the Auckland City Mission.

Crown admits there's no evidence convicted killer Gail Maney murdered anyone

The only witness recanted their evidence and has since died.

'Deeply worrying': Three treated after eating meth-laced lollies, 16 packets recovered

The Drug Foundation said the lollies contained 'lethal levels' of meth.

'A labyrinth of lies:' Lawyer criticises case against convicted murderers

Gail Maney and Stephen Stone's lawyers say it's too late for a retrial now.

Pathologist testifies: ‘no indication… there was a violent attack’ on Polkinghorne’s wife

The eye surgeon is accused of strangling his wife then staging a suicide.

Nelson hostage situation: Man appears in court on kidnapping charges

Police from outside the region arrived in Nelson to help with the hostage situation.

Tensions rise during cross-examination of pathologist

Pauline Hanna's stress level before her death has become a significant part of the defence

Police officer's kick to armed burglar's head deemed justified

The burglar had held the police dog's jaws shut with both hands.

Rape by stealth: The disturbing crime trend on the rise in New Zealand

Police reveal details of rape by stealth prosecutions in New Zealand.

'Enraged' mum allegedly injured crying preschooler who was resisting Covid test

The 'screaming and crying' 4-year-old was left with bruising on her face and body.

Judge to career burglar: 'Stop making promises and actually do something'

Pre-sentence report said Reijhan Green was a 'high-risk' offender with a violent history.

'Incredibly lonely': Defence argues Polkinghorne’s wife quietly suffering with Covid-19 workload

The Remuera eye surgeon is accused of strangling his wife then staging a suicide.