Seventh Michael Hill jewellery store heist in 12 months
A tractor was used in a ram raid at a Piopio at the weekend.
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Passengers watched in shock as their carriage slowly broke off from the rest of the train.
Manu Samoa rugby players defend pitch invader from security guard
'I understand the security guard is just doing his job.'
Ferry services cancelled across Auckland
Some ferries from Bayswater and Gulf Harbour have been cancelled this morning.
Heart patients caught in backlogs rushed to hospital for emergency care
"Suboptimal care does not necessarily lead to harm," Waikato DHB says.
Two carriages of Te Huia commuter train become separated, KiwiRail investigating
Delays on the network expected.
'City under siege': Rugby fans wanted blood after Springbok cancellation
Anti-tour protestors were being "bashed" - but claims some police didn't come to help
Wild weather: Tornado, thunderstorm warning for Auckland, Northland, Waikato, Coromandel
Warning of 120 kilometre per hour winds or a small tornado.
No gun: Police called to service station after reports of man with firearm
Police say no gun was presented.
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Former All Blacks coach John Hart has spoken out against the 'questioning' of Ian Foster.
John Minto and supporters plan reunion lunch and march to rugby park
A great day in history because NZ made an impact internationally, says political activist.
Hamilton shooting: 'Five shots, two shots, then silence', neighbour's stark recall
The vibrations from the shots were so intense her walls and windows shook.
'I wanted revenge': Red Squad boss Ross Meurant admits cancelled 1981 Springbok match fired him up
Red Squad leader opens up on "extreme violence" and how some officers "did over react"
'Like the sun came out': Nelson Mandela's salute to NZ Springbok protests
The 1981 tour created wide civil unrest - but those involved says its legacy is positive
Gun violence outbreak: Public warned criminals 'ready to pull the trigger'
Police have been involved in three shootings since Saturday, two which injured officers.
Thousands of visitors will give economic boost to the city
Hamilton will be abuzz with a sold-out concert and a crowd of 20,000 at an All Blacks game
Hamilton shooting: Five shots fired from 'high-powered' weapon
Man got out of his car and started shooting at police. They returned fire.
Up to 10 shots heard: Police officer injured, man killed in overnight stand-off
Police remain at a scene in Hamilton where a man has been shot and killed overnight.
'Large volley of gunfire': Man dead after exchanging shots with police
Residents report hearing multiple gunshots.
Rangatahi now aiming for military careers
Te Wānanga O Aotearoa helps youth gain life-changing experiences.
Sao Young murder: Man admits kidnapping, wounding GBH charges
Manuao Tchetan Kirkwood has admitted his role in an earlier assault on a second victim.
Hamilton police officer shooting: Accused appears in court
The officer was allegedly shot during a routine traffic stop late on Friday night.
Political Roundup: The Democratic and equity deficits in Three Waters reforms
Equity problems in the Government proposals, Representation and governance concerns.
First Kiwis at world chef competition seek cash, MIQ beds, Charolais beef and tomatoes
They say tomato, we say it's not in season - world chef competition tests Kiwi ingenuity.
Shot police officer stable after surgery, recovering in hospital
The officer and family have asked for privacy as he recovers.
Man arrested after cop shot, police car stolen in Hamilton
During a routine traffic stop, a passenger allegedly fired a shotgun at a police officer.
First home buyer confidential: 'The dream of ownership has quickly drifted away'
Wannabe first home buyers on life on the frontline of New Zealand's housing crisis.
'Significant damage': Man used sledgehammer, crowbar during string of early morning Hamilton break-ins
Man responsible for a number of commercial burglaries last month.
'Chronically absent': Inquiry launched into NZ 'truancy crisis'
Official figures in May showed more than 60,000 students classified as chronically absent.
Opposition slams Government for train project 'no one asked for'
Opposition slams the Government for train 'project no one asked for'.
'Unexplained' baby head injury: Police seek help from public
The baby was hospitalised in a critical condition last month.
'2022 the year of outbreaks': Top NZ health officer's stark Covid prediction
The ministry said it was keen to get 'as many people as possible vaccinated'.
Intermediate principal resigns after three-year mystery absence
The school's statutory manager couldn't explain why the principal had been absent.
Waikato law firm Tompkins Wake on a growth roll
Auckland a happy hunting ground for the growth energy of century-old Waikato law firm.
