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Phones of press secretary seized by police during investigation
Police say any new information against Michael Forbes will be 'thoroughly considered'.
Three charged with manslaughter over Loafers Lodge fire
The charges follow a two-year investigation by police into the state of the building.
'An issue for all women' - Brothel madam on press secretary's alleged recording
A Wellington brothel manager has spoken of the moment she was told Michael Forbes had allegedly recorded audio of a session with a sex worker.
Judge reserves decision on whether media can report on McSkimming material
Jevon McSkimming resigned as the country's second most powerful cop last month.
What happened to Ashton?
The untold story of a vulnerable four-year-old's violent death - and why police didn't charge anyone with killing him. Audio
Police launch review after controversial retail crime directive
Review is looking at any cases of retail crime that may have been affected by thresholds set out in memo.
'Confusing and unhelpful' police directive canned
Police commissioner says staffer behind controversial theft and fraud memo 'thought they were being helpful'.
'Wrong': PM lays into police shoplifting directive
The Police Commissioner says the instructions were "unhelpful" and Christopher Luxon says they were "not appropriate", after confusion about how police would treat retail theft. Audio
Retailers want 'urgent meeting' with police minister over shoplifting change
RNZ revealed a police directive to staff said they would no longer be investigating shoplifting below $500 .
Former deputy police boss 'strongly denies' inappropriate firearms vetting allegations
Jevon McSkimming resigned as the country's second most powerful cop amid a four-month investigation by the IPCA and police.
Confusion over how police investigate crimes like shoplifting after secret memo
RNZ has seen a police directive to staff saying they will also no longer be investigating allegations of shoplifting below $500, petrol drive-offs below $150 and online frauds below $1000.
Ex-partner of double-killer twice ruled insane says she was terrified
She says there was massive failing by the health system, which failed to keep the man and the public safe - twice.
RNZ gagged by former deputy police boss
After winning a rare superinjunction over the weekend, Jevon McSkimming has been granted an emergency injunction.
Top cop initiates review to prevent misuse of police tech
Richard Chambers says he wants to safeguard police systems from inappropriate use.
The secret marriage that helped a couple defraud OT out of $2m
Neha Sharma appeared to be an honest, hard-working property manager. Her husband ran a construction company. No-one knew they were married.
Police watchdog reveals their role in Jevon McSkimming investigation
The former deputy commissioner resigned on Monday amid a four-month investigation by the IPCA and police.
'High expectations': Police Commissioner speaks out after porn found on deputy's computer
Jevon McSkimming resigned on Monday amid a four-month investigation by the Independent Police Conduct Authority and police.
Porn found on police computer of former deputy commissioner
McSkimming resigned as the country's second most powerful police officer. Audio
Resigned before he could be dismissed: Deputy Police Commissioner gone
Police Minister says 'allegations of a very serious nature' recently came to light, separate to the criminal investigation.
Christchurch eye surgeon who attempted to murder landlord granted parole
He is set to be released next month.
'Internal employment process' under way at Firearms Safety Authority
Concerns were raised by staff.