Crime
Man faces over 10 charges after indiscriminate attacks
Several people were injured after a man walked down a West Auckland road assaulting people he came across, police say.
Survivors of abuse in care say government promises were hollow
A year on from the Prime Minister's apology, survivors of abuse in care have fired a shot across the bows of the government, telling them their promises were hollow and their actions are failing… Audio
Inside a 'cover-up': The top cops, the 'quasi investigation' and the officers who stood up
"It doesn't take a rocket scientist… Jevon has tried to get rid of this by making a complaint," wrote one officer, "... this looks like a cover-up."
The rise and fall of Andrew Coster
He was once considered a liberal darling and champion of progressive policing, now Andrew Coster's reputation and legacy are in tatters. Acting political editor Craig McCulloch reports. Audio
Police commissioner says IPCA report reveals cover up
The IPCA report that has found serious misconduct at the highest levels of police has revealed a long police roll of dishonour; staff and senior officers identified only by their ranks, each hidden… Audio
Police seeking two hooded men in Gisborne death probe
A father of four died after being shot in the early hours of 29 September, and police are still piecing together the circumstances around his death.
Third person charged with Te Puke murder
Police have also charged three men with burglary, and all six are to appear in Tauranga District Court Wednesday afternoon.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 12 November 2025
The fallout from a damning finding of serious misconduct and now confirmation of a coverup at the highest levels of the police is continuing; A charity boxing match in Wairoa has been cancelled due to… Audio
Explainer: The ins and outs of the McSkimming case
If you've heard any news at all today, you'll be aware the Independent Police Conduct Authority has released a report into the Police's handling of complaints about former Deputy Commissioner Jevon… Audio
'Strong' leads as police hunt for Christchurch shooting suspect
A woman remains in a stable condition in hospital after being shot at a Wainoni property on Monday night.
Labour’s Ginny Andersen responds to IPCA report
Labour's Ginny Andersen spoke to Charlotte Cook about damning findings of serious misconduct and a what the Commissioner is calling a coverup at the highest levels of NZ Police. Audio
Latest on reaction to damning IPCA report
The fallout from a damning finding of serious misconduct and now confirmation of a coverup at the highest levels of the police is continuing. Acting political editor Craig McCulloch spoke to Charlotte… Audio
'Absolute shambles': Victim advocate calls for Coster to front up
"Andy Coster has got a lot to answer for ... It's only Andy Coster that can actually tell us why he did what he did," Louise Nicholas says. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 12 November 2025
The Police Commissioner has described an investigation into complaints against former Deputy Commissioner, Jevon McSkimming, as a cover-up. An IPCA report, released last night, has found serious… Audio
Police Minister Mark Mitchell responds to IPCA report
The government is set to appoint an Inspector General of Police - after a damning report into the force's handling of the Jevon McSkimming case. Police Minister Mark Mitchell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Victims advocate Claire Buckley responds to IPCA report
The Police Commissioner has described an investigation into complaints against former Deputy Commissioner, Jevon McSkimming, as a cover-up. An IPCA report, released last night, has found serious… Audio
"Disgraceful": Police Commissioner on McSkmming complaints handling
A former Police Commissioner has been placed on leave after a damning report found serious misconduct at the highest levels of police. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Day of Reflection marks year since PM’s abuse apology
A National Day of Reflection will be held today to mark one year since the Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon, apologised in the house to all survivors and victims of abuse in state and faith-based… Audio
IPCA report about former disgraced cop Jevon McSkimming
The IPCA yesterday delivered its report into the police's handling of complaints against former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming - Public Service Minister Judith Collins and Police Commissioner… Audio
Hawke's Bay director jailed 14 years for exploiting, raping workers
The director of a labour supply company for the horticultural industry, raped two vulnerable foreign workers after manipulating and "trapping" one of them, and drugging the other.
