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Final witness finishes evidence for Lauren Dickason trial

Crown expert says no basis for infanticide defence.

'Concerned and distraught': Police launch homicide probe into missing Auckland teen

The Massey resident was last seen by friends and family on April 21.

'They have to take off when they are called': Concerns about excessive noise at proposed rescue chopper base hits the High Court

A community group says the service needs to find another area.

LGBTQ activist pleads guilty to punching 71yo at heated Posie Parker rally

The victim suffered a concussion, court documents state.

Hair of woman's dead son stolen by man who lost his own child's ashes

The thief took the woman's locket which contained the irreplaceable item.

Scammers strike, mushroom mystery and cold blast sets in | Focus Morning Bulletin August 10, 2023

A Whanganui mum has lost $350,000 to scammers, the plot thickens in the Australia mushroom poisoning case and temperatures plunge as a cold blast sets in. Video / NZ Herald / Getty

Jurors shown video of 22yo's fatal stabbing as murder trial begins

Graphic content: The victim, 22, died after he was dumped at Takanini Medical Centre.

Doctor caught drunk behind the wheel of his Jaguar, racks up fourth conviction

The GP fell off the wagon following news of a family tragedy. He is now on home detention.

Athlete discharged on sex offence not in Olympic contention despite claim he put ‘dream aside’

The man's sporting body also said he was not a member when he was charged.

Police at scene of ram raid in Takapuna

Police made arrests after a ram raid in Takapuna overnight. Video / NZ Herald

Rebels gang boss made at least $1m dealing drugs but loses lifestyle block, cash, cars, motorcycles

Gang leader forfeits criminal proceeds after police investigation into financial affairs.

Victim ‘karate-kicked’ in face during night out confronts offender in court

The victim was in town, minding his own business, when he was kicked in the face.

Police arrest man after fatal Point England shooting

Police searched a Glen Innes address today and arrested a man.

Mum should've been hospitalised for 'severe' depression - expert

Crown expert says no basis for infanticide defence.

Northcote Pt death: Police remain at property; friends, family seek answers

A close friend says just a few weeks ago the dead woman was in good spirits.

'Deliberate invasion': Man who breached protection sent back to prison

He breached a protection order when he turned up at the woman’s home and tried to hug her.

Gang tensions brew following shootings

Homicide investigations are continuing after shootings which are being linked to gang activity. Video / NZ Herald

Search efforts resume for Yanfei Bao

Specialist teams are focussing on farmland and the outskirts of the city. Video / NZ Herald