Crime
'We're going to be banning gang patches' - Minister adamant after criticism
Despite heavy criticism and an ongoing select committee process, the Police Minister says the Government will forge ahead with a ban on gang patches. Audio
Lawyers condemn government's gang crack down
Lawyers have roundly condemned the government's gang crackdown legislation, telling MPs the whole thing should be ripped up and started again. Political reporter Giles Dexter has more. Audio
Alarm sounded over concerns child exploitation will dramatically increase
It comes as police urge parents and young people to stay safe online amongst a continued rise in child exploitation.
Youth armed with knife among arrests after teens attacked on bus
One of the girls allegedly attacked by a group of six was left with a broken nose and the other was bruised.
Family of teen killed in crash express forgiveness for killer
Adam Rapson's driving resulted in Zara Mitchell's death. One of her sisters says instead of resenting him, she's grown to respect and forgive him.
Recent Auckland robberies could be linked, police say
The incidents have led police to increase their presence at shopping malls across the city - with more than 100 visits completed.
Update on Oz with Brad Foster
Brad Foster reports on general concerns over safety among many Sydneysiders following the two knife attacks in the past week, and the divided opinion on a comedian asking a mother and daughter to… Audio
Govt urged to slow down on gang crackdown
A bill which would ban gang insignia and give police greater powers to stop gang members congregating is being considered by Parliament's Justice Select Committee on Tuesday. Political reporter Katie… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 23 April
On today's episode, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon discusses his government's decision to bring back the Three Strikes law, hospice leaders are calling for changes to the End of Life Choice act… Audio
Secret sect investigated over historical sexual abuse
A dozen former and current insiders of a secretive sect, being investigated by the FBI for historical child sexual abuse, have contacted RNZ to offer information about the religious group. Reporter… Audio
Three strikes cops a beating from opposition
The opposition has laid into the government's plan to reintroduce a "three strikes" regime, saying it's inequitable and there's very little evidence it works.
Man dies after being found seriously hurt, homicide probe launched
A disorder incident was reported to police late on Monday night.
Rainbow crossing painted over: Six accused of Gisborne incidents plead not guilty
The defendants will reappear for separate case review hearings at the end of May.
Mother 'totally shattered' after son beaten to death by Mob associates
Darcy Strickland's mother gave a victim impact statement to the High Court at Napier on Monday as the two men who killed her son were sent to prison.
Watch: Three strikes policy to return with tweaks
The coalition will reintroduce the sentencing law later this year - but it will be slightly different than last time.
Police say crime has reduced in central Auckland
Police in Auckland say they're focused on ensuring people feel safe coming into the city, as they address crime and homelessness in the central city.
New hope with new tech for abuse survivors
New technology available to abuse victims aims to change the figures on unreported sexual assaults. Audio
Bondi stabbing victims remembered at vigil
Sydney gathered to mourn the victims of last week's deadly Bondi stabbing, as the youngest victim is released from hospital. Video
Sydney stabbing: Bondi attack on women devastates Australia
Joel Cauchi left a pile of bleeding women in his wake. Now the question is being asked: Why isn't violence fuelled by misogyny a terrorist act?
Grace Millane case: Rough sex defence a 'cop out', lead detective says
Scott Beard recalls Grace Millane's mum sobbing beside him in court as her killer's lawyers argued she had asked him to strangle her. Audio