Crime
School kitchen worker charged after alleged sex offending involving a student
The 24-year-old man has been charged with sexual connection with a young person.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 11 November 2025
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report; Christopher Luxon isn't ruling out sales of government assets - an issue one of his coalition partners is vehemently against; The Prime… Audio
The Port of Auckland's role in fight against methamphetamine
The government has announced a plan to tackle meth harm. Audio
Killer, prison escapee Phillip John Smith dabbling in cryptocurrency behind bars
The 51-year-old used forbidden cellphones to educate himself on trading and investing in cryptocurrencies.
Port of Auckland’s role in fight against methamphetamine
The Port of Auckland is working with customs and Maritime New Zealand to crack down on methamphetamine from crossing the border. Port of Auckland CEO Roger Gray spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Two arrested after shopping centre break-in
Police found multiple stores within the mall showing signs of forced entry.
Former ACT Party president pleads not guilty to indecent assault
Tim Jago was charged last month relating to an allegation from 1995.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 10 November
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report; The government has extended its pause on funding to the Cook Islands - bringing the total to $30 million over two years; The government has… Audio
Questions raised over 1985 killing of prisoner Darcy Te Hira
Former police detectives say a secret meeting between a Justice official and a murder witness raises questions about the prosecution of Ross Appelgren for the 1985 killing of fellow prisoner, Darcy Te… Audio
Auckland community feeling optimistic shoplifting is under control
Business owners in Auckland's Point Chevalier are starting to have hope that shoplifting is under control after a local supermarket started closing early over safety concerns.
Tauranga man Noel Raymond Candy sentenced for historical sexual offending
Noel Raymond Candy was sentenced to nine-and-a-half months' home detention for sexually abusing relatives.
Former boxing champion reprimanded for false repossession bid
Once ranked the No.7 welterweight in the world, Sean Sullivan fell from grace, when he was sent to prison for ripping off Housing New Zealand.
Disgraced former Deputy Police Commissioner's medals to be revoked
The police commissioner has begun a process to revoke medals awarded to disgraced Jevon McSkimming.
Boot camps for youths rushed, report concludes
While the pilot contributed to "meaningful and positive change" for participants, the numbers were too small to give meaningful data, it says.
Banned Auckland dentist pulled wrong tooth from woman in agony
David Zimmerman continued to practice dentistry, even after his premises were searched, which led to charges against his business.
What’s next for Andrew Mountbatten Windsor?
Andrew Lownie is the author of Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York, published earlier this year. Audio
'Could've been catastrophic': Arrests after fireworks shot into shop
Two people have been arrested, after fireworks were fired into an Auckland lawnmower shop, injuring people inside.
Sydney police officer stabbed with sword, man charged with attempted murder
Police were called to a home on Werombi Road, Grasmere, about 5.20pm, after reports of a concern for welfare.
Polish woman found guilty of harassing Maddie McCann's family
Julia Wandelt falsely claimed to be Madeleine, who disappeared in May 2007 while on holiday with her family in Portugal.
Hamilton man breaks into home, unleashes vicious attack
The victim was at her Waikato home gaming with her headphones on when Joseph Hohepa Te Huia smashed a fly screen on a bathroom window and climbed inside.
