Gangs
Covid-19: Paul Spoonley on the future state of New Zealand
New Zealand's strong ties and trusts have been highlighted during the Covid-19 pandemic, but the enormous task of combating the negative social and economic consequences will test Kiwis' mettle, says… Audio
Savage: new film depicts brutality of New Zealand gang life
New local film Savage follows Danny (Jake Ryan) across three decades of his life, trying to understand the boy who eventually becomes the brutal enforcer of a gang. Porirua-raised writer and director… Video, Audio
'Parker would beat Tua at the peak of their powers'
Legendary New Zealand boxing identity Mike Edwards is one of the sport's most beloved figures in this country. In his new book, Taking the Punches, Edwards reflects on a colourful lifetime in boxing.
…From Mongrel Mob to mentor
A young Rangi Pou was on the cusp of adolescence when his father said it was time he become a man and fend for himself. For Pou, that meant growing up on the streets, getting involved in the world of… Audio
The problems of Tauranga's population boom
Tauranga is one of the fastest growing areas of New Zealand but with that is growing gang war and a massive rates hike. Audio
The problems of Tauranga's population boom
Tauranga is one of the fastest growing areas of New Zealand but with that is growing gang war and a massive rates hike.
AudioStanding by statements: the first question times for 2020
The first week of question time is done for 2020 and featured topics including coronavirus, Ihumatao, and gangs. Audio
Standing by statements: the first question times for 2020
The first week of question time is done for 2020 and featured topics including coronavirus, Ihumatao, and gangs.
AudioTwo arrests after Ruatoria, Taradale shootings
Two people have been arrested following two gang-related shootings in Ruatoria and Taradale over the weekend.
Mongrel Mob and Black Power members fought in Taradale on Sunday, and one man was shot… Audio
Gangs increasingly visible and savvy in Eastern Districts
A special Gang Focus unit has been set up in Hawke's Bay to curb the rise of gang violence, with plans to extend to Gisborne. Earlier this week there were four gang-related attacks in Napier in less… Audio
Calling Home: James Whitta in Malmö, Sweden
James Whitta is living the dream in his role as a product developer for the world's largest home furnishing retailer, IKEA, in its spiritual birthplace. The award-winning furniture designer is Calling… Audio
Gang growth. More 'Underbelly' than "Once Were Warriors'
Gangs are growing at their highest rate since the 1970s. What's behind the hike across New Zealand, especially in the provinces? Detective Sergeant Ray Sunkel is presenting on the shocking statistics… Audio
New gangs, more recruits, and community in the crossfire
What's going on in south Auckland that once again has its suburbs on the wrong side of news headlines? Audio
New gangs, more recruits, and community in the crossfire
What's going on in south Auckland that once again has its suburbs on the wrong side of news headlines?
AudioCousins jailed for life for murder linked to Comancheros gang
Fisilau Tapaevalu and Mesui Tufui have been jailed for their roles in an execution-style murder linked to the Comancheros gang. Video, Audio
Three Minutes Max: Tommy Kapai Wilson on uplifting babies from their mothers
Short, succinct opinions from New Zealanders on subjects of their choice. Tommy Wilson from the Te Tuinga Whanau Suport Services Trust on the issue of babies being uplifted from their mothers and why… Audio
Head Hunters gang headquarters sprayed with bullets
Aucklanders living near the Fight Club gym - the Head Hunters gang's base in Mt Wellington - say they heard a car screeching off shortly after a rally of gunfire early this morning. Audio
Otara police tell community to call out bad behaviour after shootings, gang violence
The police are telling a South Auckland community recently plagued by shootings and gang violence they should stand up and call out bad behaviour. Audio
Economic boost key to solving Ōtara's violence issue - advocates
The Ōtara community in Auckland says more police officers on the ground isn't the only solution to the increasing violence in the area.
Gang members in prisons 'create violence, fear', report finds
Newly released reports into three New Zealand prisons show the ongoing challenges of managing gang-affiliated inmates, staffing levels and keeping prisons clean.