Saturday, May 23, 2026

Crime

Fire proves fatal

A fire in Onehunga has proved fatal. As reported earlier today, a blaze broke out at a house on Trafalgar Street. Several people were evacuated...

Paint scammers on a roll, police warn

Police are warning Kiwis to be on their guard following scams perpetrated by overseas visitors. Most recently, a UK national has been facing court after...

House fire Onehunga – one person missing

Firefighters are attempting to quell a house fire in Onehunga where one person is missing. Police are urgently working to locate the missing person, however...

Online fraud – men sought for questioning

Police say they’re seeking the public’s help identifying the men seen in these photos. “We believe they may be able to assist us with our...

Carnage caused – Howick housebreaker busted

The extent of damage caused when a teenager on the run from police crashed into a Howick home last night has come to light...

Car v house crash – house wins!

Poor decisions resulted in a teenager’s arrest, a badly damaged vehicle and a damaged house, but it could have been so much worse. “ travelled...

Papakura fire – thankful family counts cost

A fire has left a Papakura family in shock and a community rallying around, establishing a Givealittle page to help them rebuild their lives. While...

Alleged burglar caught in act

An alleged burglar was caught red-handed after being watched on CCTV last night Tuesday, police say. Auckland City East Police area response manager, senior sergeant...

Police – fleeing driver lands in court

The driver of a stolen vehicle snapped speeding is now facing a raft of charges, say Counties Manukau Police. At about 11.15pm last night Monday,...

Pukekohe North School – fraud investigation underway (updated)

Police are investigating allegations of fraud at Pukekohe North School, the Times understands. The NZ Herald is reporting that further facts cannot be provided while...