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RNZ News
21-07-2025
- RNZ News
Man caught with several bags of stolen perfume
Photo: RNZ / REECE BAKER A man has been arrested after stolen perfume was found in his car during a routine traffic stop. The 34-year-old was stopped in Clover Park, Auckland, and his car was searched when police realised he was a wanted man. "Our staff have discovered several bags of stolen perfumes inside the vehicle," Counties Manukau East Area Prevention Manager Inspector Rakana Cook said. "It's pleasing we were able to recover some of the items stolen from these businesses." The man faces 17 charges of shoplifting and one of theft.
RNZ News
15-07-2025
- RNZ News
Arrest after attempted burglary at Whitford house
Photo: 123RF One person has been arrested and police are searching for another after an attempted burglary near Whitford, in rural Auckland. Officers were alerted just before 12.30am on Wednesday after residents heard glass breaking and secured themselves in part of the house. The offenders were unable to get in, and left the scene. Officers, a dog unit, and the police Eagle helicopter were deployed, and arrested a man after a sighting on Wades Road. Police have charged a 44-year-old man with burglary and unlawfully being in an enclosed yard. The victims were shaken by what took place, relieving Counties Manukau East Area Commander Inspector Rakana Cook said.
RNZ News
30-06-2025
- RNZ News
Man in custody after death in Auckland's Ōtāhuhu
A man died after being seriously injured at a house on Beatty Street in Ōtāhuhu on Sunday night. (File photo) Photo: RNZ / REECE BAKER A man has been taken into custody as part of a homicide investigation, following the death of a man in the Auckland suburb of Ōtāhuhu. Emergency services were called to a house on Beatty Street about 8.30pm on Sunday 29 June, following reports a person had been seriously injured, police said. Speaking on Monday morning, Counties Manukau CIB detective inspector Karen Bright said when officers arrived they found a man in a critical condition. He was taken to hospital but died of his injuries overnight. "Our teams are working hard to identify and locate the person responsible and are asking anyone who saw what happened, who has not yet spoken to us, to please get in touch," she said on Monday morning. "Those involved are believed to be known to each other and we do not believe there is any ongoing risk to the wider community." She said there would be an increased police presence in the area. Later on Monday evening, Bright said a man was taken into custody during the afternoon by the team investigating the incident. "We are currently speaking to the 31-year-old as part of our enquiries," she said. "This is positive progress in our investigation and at this point we are not seeking anyone else." Police expect to announce their decisions about charges on Tuesday morning, she said. "Other aspects of our enquiry will continue, with a scene examination and a post-mortem examination to be carried out." Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
RNZ News
29-06-2025
- RNZ News
Homicide investigation launched after man's death in Auckland's Ōtāhuhu
A man died after being seriously injured at a house on Beatty St in Ōtāhuhu on Sunday night. (File photo) Photo: RNZ / REECE BAKER A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Auckland's Ōtāhuhu suburb on Sunday night. Emergency services were called to a house on Beatty St about 8.30pm following a report of a person being seriously injured. Counties Manukau CIB detective inspector Karen Bright said upon arrival, officers found a man in a critical condition. He was taken to hospital but died of his injuries overnight. "Police are continuing to gather information from the scene and enquiries into the exact circumstances surrounding what happened remain ongoing," she said. "We are also making enquiries to locate a person of interest. "Those involved are believed to be known to each other and we do not believe there is any ongoing risk to the wider community." Bright said a scene examination was underway at the house and there would be an increased police presence in the area. "Our teams are working hard to identify and locate the person responsible and are asking anyone who saw what happened, who has not yet spoken to us, to please get in touch," she said. "If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please make a report via 105, using the file number 250629/6502 and quote 'Operation Tell'. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
Otago Daily Times
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
Title-winning NZ U-20 coach steps down after just a month
Milton Haig, pictured during his time in charge of Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath in Japan, in 2022. New Zealand Under-20 head coach Milton Haig has stepped down just a month into the role, citing a difference in approach to the rest of his coaching staff. The former Southland player recently led the side to the Under-20 Rugby Championship title in South Africa, but said his decision was based on what he believed was best for the team. "I do not feel I'm fully aligned with the coaching group around things like playing style, so have made the difficult decision to step aside to give the team its best chance of reaching its full potential," he said. Haig was appointed last month and was due to take the side through to the World Championship in Italy in June and July. He has a lengthy coaching pedigree having previously coached Counties Manukau in the NPC, the national Georgia team, Bay of Plenty and Suntory Sungoliatah in Japan. Haig headed a four strong coaching group of Jarrad Hoeata, Alex Robertson and Craig Dunlea who were all appointed by New Zealand Rugby. "Milton's a quality coach and person has done a great job laying the foundations for the team over the past two months. His record over time is evidence of his coaching ability and it was great to see the team perform so well in South Africa," NZR high performance player development manager Matt Sexton said. "We respect his decision to step away and admire his courage in putting the team before himself." Haig said winning in South Africa was a highlight for the team and himself. "Helping the players succeed was my primary motivation for taking the role and I believe they have the skills and drive to be successful at the World Championships in Italy," he said. Haig said he would continue in his role as a World Rugby high-performance consultant.
