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Michael Bracey texted his ex saying her new partner should 'sleep with one eye open'.
'Particularly nasty': Court rejects rapist's latest bid to avoid deportation
The Kiribati national arrived in New Zealand in 2008. Two years later, he raped a woman.
Onerahi man who allowed meth to be cooked in his home sentenced
The Whangārei man is the fourth person to be sentenced who was involved in the syndicate.
Teen acquitted of murder after fatally stabbing older brother at birthday party
Challas Nathan, 30, was stabbed twice with a butcher's knife.
Gisborne brawl deaths: Complex investigation continues with focus on being 'methodical'
Kane Te Paa and Chrysler Stevens-Mark died after a 100-person brawl on March 23.
Reclusive photographer's body went undiscovered for months
Police say case remains unexplained one week on.
Homicide investigation launched after Hāwera death
Police were called to a disorder at 10:17pm.
Analysis: There’s a reason Luxon can’t point to evidence Three Strikes works. It doesn’t exist
ANALYSIS: No evidence it will reduce crime also doesn't mean it won't or can't.
Ambulance hijacked after abscess on man's bottom not deemed hospital-worthy
Levi Ihimaera's lawyer said he "essentially lashed out like a child".
Mother ‘totally shattered’ after son beaten to death by Mongrel Mob associates
Police thank people who provided information as gang associates are sent to jail.
The Government brings back the Three Strikes law
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee announcing the Government is to bring back the Three Strikes law.
Gang hopeful wins Supreme Court case, manslaughter conviction to be quashed
Justin Burke has maintained he didn't know Shayne Heappey would be stabbed.
Two heists in nine days: Police investigate if raids on Newmarket jewellers connected
The vehicle used in last night's raid was found abandoned a short distance from the store.
'Determined to get justice': Six months since Baby Ru's murder, 3 adults still persons of interest
'Three adults known to Ru continue to be considered persons of interest.'
'Shame on the family': Man's descent into violence, porn, adultery after marriage
The couple were only married for a month when the violence began.
Auckland jewellery store ram-raided for second time in nine days
Armed police are guarding the mall as a scene examination is conducted.
Motorist terrorised after accidentally merging into gang convoy en route to deadly attack
A short time later, patched Head Hunter Charles Pongi would be killed.
‘Vulnerable’ drug mule spent more on airfares than what he earned transporting meth
The cost of the airfare exceeded what Natia Tupai was paid to carry the drugs.
Man slashes tyres in Porirua: Police ask for information from public to find offender
The man was seen slashing tyres on Lyttleton Ave about 1pm Saturday.
Man who raped Dutch tourist denied parole for eighth time
Keith Anthony McEwen abducted a Dutch couple on their honeymoon.
Jailed man told to wear ‘dangerous’ sign around his neck for beatings of teen partner
'You should have a big sign around your neck saying dangerous', judge tells abuser.
Ram raid at supermarket in Haumoana, coastal Hawke's Bay
Glass was left smashed on the ground outside after cigarettes and lighters were taken.
'Appalling guidance as a mother': Over-protective mum jailed for murderer son's false alibi
It wasn't the first time Donna Dodds tried to pervert justice for her wayward son.
Man who torched John Key’s MP office admits $650k arson of railway building
Daniel Vale has a fiery criminal history.
'She stepped out in front of me': Woman died after speeding ute hit her and threw her 24m
Peter Napier was doing nearly 70kph when he hit and killed pedestrian Shiqing Li.
'You deserve the death sentence': Partner confronts Angela Blackmoore's killers
The pregnant Christchurch mum was murdered while her 2-year-old slept nearby.
Name suppression lapses for Far North murder accused
A homicide inquiry was started after a woman died at Houhora Heads Holiday Park.
Man bombarded neighbour with crude texts before indecent act
The victim felt so unsafe she left her flat and moved in with a friend.
Angela Blackmoore case: Two people to be sentenced for murder
David Hawken and Rebecca Wright-Meldrum were found guilty in December.
'Significant fraud': Care worker steals $25k from two elderly clients
One of the victims has since died, while the other won't get all her money back.
Man avoids jail for several assaults, including bat attack at Whangārei petrol station
The 21-year-old man violently assaulted three people within a few months.
Dunedin house raided in 2009 hostage drama now scene of mystery death
Neighbours say they haven't seen anyone at the property for six months.