Mosques across NZ asked to take security precautions after Sydney stabbings: ‘We need to be very careful’

An email to 94 mosques across NZ was sent this morning.

Person missing after crash between quad bike and train on line between Kawerau and Murupara

The crash was reported to authorities about 9.48am.

Donald Trump hush money trial: Two jurors dismissed, prosecutors aim to hold Trump in contempt

The trial has been beset with delays with some jurors struggling to remain impartial.

Truck company apologises to public following crash on Mangawhai Brynderwyns detour

Truck company apologies to Mangawhai community following crash.

Memorial Park fountain receives $100k safety upgrade following child’s death

The fountain is undergoing work to make it safer.

Sydney mall stabbing: Visa offer extended to guard Muhammad Taha injured in Bondi stabbing, Anthony Albanese confirms

Security guard Muhammad Taha was taken to hospital after confronting the attacker.

Imprisoned drug-diluting pharmacist to be moved to halfway house soon, victims’ lawyer says

A pharmacist who diluted thousands of prescriptions is to be released from jail.

Cyclist in critical condition after serious crash at Dairy Flat, Auckland, road closed

The crash was reported about 11.30am.

Ōmokoroa Community Board byelection to be held

A byelection was needed as it was more than 12 months before the next local body election.

Person dies following workplace incident at Ashburton farm

The Herald understands the incident occurred at Anwick Farms on Singletree Rd.

Authorities refuse to enforce Brynderwyns detour ban following truck crash

Authorities refuse to fine truck company after truck crash on Brynderwyns detour.

Ōmokoroa, Te Puke and Katikati town centre speeds to be reduced to 40km/h

It is likely the new speed limits will come into effect within the next two years.

Two arrested following firearms incident in Palmerston North

One person has been remanded in custody.

Tairua skate park opens after 30 years of discussion and controversy

The controversial Tairua skatepark opened today, following 30 years of discussion.

Six people dubbed heroes following Bondi Junction Westfield attack that left six dead and 12 injured

Victims that died following the attack have been named.

Woman arrested following police scanner shenanigans in Dunedin

The 48-year-old woman was partying with friends.

Owner of failed Auckland restaurant ordered to pay $95k following employment breaches

The order came years after Shen Yuan closed the doors to Hua Restaurant.

Huge blaze at apartment block in North Shore’s Hillcrest leaves 11 people injured, cause unknown

Five people were transported to hospital following the blaze.

Person dies after water incident at Whangārei Heads, Northland

The person was pulled from the water about 9.30am but was unable to be revived.

Police meeting planned with Newmarket businesses following Friday night ram-raid at Partridge Jewellers

Newmarket Business Association is making all resources available to help police.

Two people critically injured in Westmere, Auckland; police investigating

Police investigating after incident in Auckland suburb.