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82-year-old confronts teen after early morning antics

That was the no-nonsense question put to a 14-year-old caught with others banging on doors to wake up householders in a Canterbury township during the early hours of the morning.

Assault victim left with serious injuries

A person with "critical injuries" has undergone surgery following a serious assault in North Canterbury on Thursday night.

Man accused of young girl abduction found dead in prison

A man arrested and charged with allegedly abducting a 9-year-old girl in Christchurch last weekend has been found dead in prison.

Woman found with serious injuries on Worcester St

Seriously hurt woman had stab wounds: police

A seriously injured woman was found in Christchurch last night with what police say appear to be stab wounds.

Govt exploring package to help struggling families, Willis says

Finance Minister Nicola Willis. Photo: RNZ

Govt exploring package to help struggling families, Willis says

With the cost of fuel and other essentials rising due to the conflict in the Middle East, the government is looking at ways to ease the cost pressure for those feeling it the most.

Fewer crime victims, annual survey shows

The number of crime victims is down according to a survey from the Ministry of Justice. Photo:...

Fewer crime victims, annual survey shows

New figures from the Ministry of Justice show fewer people are becoming victims of crime.

McSkimming claims leaks were to put him in 'worst possible light'

Former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. Photo: RNZ

McSkimming claims leaks were to put him in 'worst possible light'

Disgraced former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming claimed leaking of information about police investigations into him had been intended to "portray me in the worst possible light".

Bullying allegations spark investigation

Corrections' Commissioner of Custodial Services Leigh Marsh. Photo: Supplied / Corrections via RNZ

Bullying allegations spark investigation

One of Corrections' most senior staff is under investigation over allegations of bullying.

Proposals sought for Chateau Tongariro restoration

The Chateau Tongariro has been sitting empty since it was closed in February 2023. Photo:...

Proposals sought for Chateau Tongariro restoration

The government is seeking proposals from operators to restore and operate the historic Chateau Tongariro hotel in the central North Island at the base of Mt Ruapehu.

'Just went haywire': Wife died after man lost control of car

A day out to go and watch a football game turned to devastation for a family after a man lost control of his car, fishtailed and crashed into a tree, killing his wife.

$90k compo 'insulting', says Dilworth abuse survivor

Police announced the arrests today. Photo / Getty Images

$90k compo 'insulting', says Dilworth abuse survivor

A survivor of abuse by a housemaster at an Auckland boarding school says a $90,000 redress offer is insultingly small.

McCaw home sold for 'more than $3.6m'

Gemma and Richie McCaw. Photo: Instagram

McCaw home sold for 'more than $3.6m'

Richie and Gemma McCaw have sold their Christchurch home for an undisclosed amount at auction.

PM's electorate office targeted in minerals protest

The Prime Minister's electoral office in Botany today. Photo: supplied

PM's electorate office targeted in minerals protest

Pictures of US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, and US flags have been plastered on Luxon's electorate office in Auckland.

New Christchurch stadium to open doors to public

One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha. Photo: CCC

New Christchurch stadium to open doors to public

The gates to Christchurch's new $683 million stadium will be opened up to about 15,000 members of the public during a free community open day on May 2.

'All bets are off' over petrol prices: AA

'All bets are off' over petrol prices: AA

There is huge uncertainty on the price of petrol in New Zealand following Israel's attack on the world's largest natural gasfield in Pars overnight, AA is warning.

Rescue plane for NZers in Middle East returning home empty

An RNZAF Hercules departing for the Middle East from Whenuapai Air Base in Auckland. Photo:...

Rescue plane for NZers in Middle East returning home empty

The second of two military planes sent to rescue New Zealanders stranded by the Middle East war is returning home because it's not needed.

Canadian vigilante flies to NZ to expose alleged sex predator

A Waikato man (left) was confronted by the Herald at his home on Wednesday after a video emerged...

Canadian vigilante flies to NZ to expose alleged sex predator

Police have launched an investigation after a Waikato man was allegedly caught sending inappropriate photos and a video to a 13-year-old girl.

Host families open doors to homeless teens

Sue and Tony Kerr, host family for The Safety Net. Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi

Host families open doors to homeless teens

When Auckland couple Sue and Tony Kerr first opened their door to a homeless teenager as part of an organised programme to shelter young people in crisis, they were nervous about how it would go.

Jetstar plane swerved off runway after pilot accidentally hit 'full power'

A plane slid off the runway in Christchurch. Photo: Supplied / JJ Green

Jetstar plane swerved off runway after pilot accidentally hit 'full power'

A Jetstar plane swerved off the runway after landing at Christchurch because the pilot accidentally put the thrust lever on to full power causing the plane to accelerate, investigators...

Drug dealer loses prized pinball machines

Kim Michael Dozier had a collection of pinball machines, quantities of drugs and cash at his...

Drug dealer loses prized pinball machines

Pinball wizard Kim Michael Dozier made a play for the big time.

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