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A judicial inquiry into whether New Zealand's police and intelligence services could have prevented the Christchurch mosque attacks. (Photo:AP)

Judicial probe begins to look into Christchurch mosque shootings

The royal commission -- the most powerful judicial probe available under NZ law will examine events leading up to the March 15 attack.

13 May 2019 8:40 AM

The forthcoming nuptials are a rarity for world leaders in office. (Photo:AP)

NZ PM Jacinda Ardern was completely surprised by wedding proposal

PM Ardern was addressing her first weekly media briefing after news of her engagement with fishing-show host Clarke Gayford became public.

06 May 2019 1:16 PM

Ardern, 38, had Neve last June, becoming only the second prime minister in the world to give birth while in office. (Photo:AP)

NZ PM Jacinda Ardern engaged to long time beau Clarke Gayford

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and her long-term partner Clarke Gayford have become engaged to be married.

03 May 2019 12:09 PM

Wang stretched Saina in the second game which the Indian won 23-21. There was no fightback from the Indian in the decider as Wang won eight consecutive points to win it easily. (Photo: PTI)

Saina Nehwal exits New Zealand Open after suffering humiliating loss to World no 212

Saina, a World Championship silver medallist, trailed 0-4 in the first game and was unable to keep up with her opponent losing 16-21.

01 May 2019 3:36 PM

The New Zealand Herald said police were called due to 'threats about an explosive device'. (Photo:AP)

Man in Christchurch arrested after explosive device found

New Zealand police said on Tuesday a man was arrested and bomb disposal officers found a package with a suspected explosive device.

30 Apr 2019 1:24 PM

When William arrived in the country on Thursday he made an unannounced visit to the Starship Children's Hospital in Auckland. (Photo:AP)

Extremism in all forms must be defeated: Prince William

In an emotional meeting with survivors of the New Zealand mosques massacre, Britain's Prince William appealed to defeat extremism.

26 Apr 2019 10:17 AM

Ardern's office said the Prime Minister had seen reports of the minister's statement. (Photo: AFP | File)

New Zealand PM says no intelligence linking Sri Lanka attacks to Christchurch

ISIS claimed responsibility for the Sri Lanka attacks on Tuesday and named what it said were seven attackers who carried them out.

24 Apr 2019 9:33 AM

Keating, who appeared emotionless in the dock as the verdict was read out, will be sentenced on June 25 and faces up to 18 months in jail. (Photo:File)

Officer arrested for secretly trying to film people in New Zealand's US Embassy toilet

One of New Zealand's highest ranking military officers was Thursday found guilty of trying to secretly film people in the toilet.

18 Apr 2019 4:33 PM

New Zealand's chief censor has banned both the livestreamed footage of the attack and the manifesto written and released by Brenton Harrison Tarrant. (Photo:AP)

Six appear in court for distributing NZ mosque images illegally

Six people appeared in a New Zealand court on Monday on charges they illegally redistributed the video a gunman livestreamed.

15 Apr 2019 1:28 PM

A 28-year-old Australian, Brenton Tarrant, a self-avowed white supremacist, has been charged with 50 counts of murder. (Photo:AP)

'Horrified' muslims avoid Christchurch mosques since NZ attacks

The Christchurch Muslim community was struggling to get worshippers to overcome their fears and return to Friday prayers.

12 Apr 2019 1:02 PM

Brenton Tarrant, 28, a suspected white supremacist, was charged with 50 murder charges after the attack on two mosques. (Photo:AP)

NZ vote for gun law change after Christchurch massacre

All but one member of New Zealand's parliament voted on Wednesday to change gun laws.

10 Apr 2019 3:15 PM

Neesham said the key to his comeback was to take the focus away from results. (Photo: AP)

'I actually called Heath Mills and told him I was going to retire': Neesham

Battling inconsistent form and injuries, Neesham said he dialled NZ Players Association CEO Heath Mills to express his desire to quit.

05 Apr 2019 4:34 PM

The New Zealand Police on Thursday laid down 50 charges of murder and 39 attempted murder charges against Tarrant. (Photo: ANI)

Court orders NZ's Christchurch gunman to undergo mental health tests

During his hearing, Tarrant, at times, looked disinterested but was alert while the assessment of his mental health was discussed.

05 Apr 2019 9:42 AM

Seifert had injured his finger last month during a domestic game but was expected to be fit for the World Cup. (Photo: ANI)

‘I’m gutted to not make it to the World Cup Squad’: Tim Seifert

The 24-year-old seemed set to be the back-up gloveman to Tom Latham but was piped by Tom Blundell.

04 Apr 2019 4:56 PM

A police officer patrols a cordon near a mosque in central Christchurch, New Zealand. (Photo: AP)

Accused Christchurch gunman to face 50 murder charges: New Zealand police

Apart from 50 murder charges, accused gunman in Christchurch mosque attack will also face 39 attempted murder charges on Friday.

04 Apr 2019 9:32 AM

The 28-year-old Blundell has played just two tests, making a century on debut, and three Twenty20 internationals for New Zealand, but will serve as a backup to Tom Latham for the May 30-July 14 tournament in England and Wales. (Photo: AFP)

New Zealand decides to include Tom Blundell as last minute surprise selection for WC

Blundell’s last appearance for New Zealand was in a Twenty20 international against Australia in Sydney in early 2018.

03 Apr 2019 3:39 PM

Trent Boult, Matt Henry and speedster Lockie Ferguson round off the pace-bowlers with Mitchell Santner and Ish Sodhi selected as the spinners. (Photo: AFP)

New Zealand announces World Cup squad, Ross Taylor to make 4th WC appearance

For skipper Kane Williamson, Tim Southee and Martin Guptill it will be their third appearance.

03 Apr 2019 3:35 PM

New Zealand's spy agencies have faced criticism in the wake of the attack for concentrating on the threat from Islamic extremism. (Photo:AP)

Jacinda Ardern orders top level inquiry in Christchurch mosque shooting

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Monday ordered an independent judicial inquiry into the Christchurch mosque attacks.

25 Mar 2019 12:36 PM

People gather at Haley Park for the "March for Love" following last week's mosque attacks in Christchurch. (Photo: AP)

Close to NZD 7.5 million donated to families of mosque shooting in NZ

A support fund on New Zealand site GiveaLittle.co.nz had received NZD 8,271,847 from more than 91,000 donors as of Sunday.

24 Mar 2019 10:48 AM

Tarrant also provided the names of two New Zealand residents as references, who were also interviewed by police and 'met the requirements of the process,' he said, without identifying the two persons. (Photo: AP | File)

New Zealand police visited Christchurch shooter before granting gun licence

The police team carried out the visit in October, interviewing Brenton Tarrant and carrying out a 'security inspection' of his home.

22 Mar 2019 8:58 AM

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