AucklandMotorist fined $150 by AT for driving along bus lane on police orders after crashThe man officially appealed but the fine was only reversed after Herald questions.19 Nov 01:00 AM
CrimeMan accused of killing Auckland resident is named five months after arrestIvan Jordan Fifita was found critically injured on June 29 and later died in hospital. 18 Nov 11:52 PM
CrimeManawatū Prison out of lockdown after bomb threat triggers searchesPolice received a phone threat about 8.40am, which suggested there was a bomb on site.18 Nov 11:22 PM
New ZealandMan killed in West Auckland alleged hit-and-run namedA 47-year-old Henderson woman has been charged over the death.18 Nov 09:32 PM
CrimeDefence scientists unveil new foldable, floating rescue deviceA Kiwi-designed tool could dramatically change search-and-rescue missions. Video / Herald NOWWatch18 Nov 09:20 PM
New ZealandOranga Tamariki knew of Gloriavale child suffocation claimsOranga Tamariki knew of Gloriavale child suffocation claims eight years ago. Video / Herald NowWatch18 Nov 06:30 PM
CrimeElderly ex-teacher who sexually abused students in 1970s and 80s denied parolePlaintiffs are still coming forward more than 40 years after the alleged offences. 18 Nov 03:00 PM
Crime'I own you now:' Man allegedly asked woman for photo of bruise he left on her throatJordan Tegus is facing 17 charges, including rape and making an intimate visual recording.18 Nov 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘I’ll kill you’: Drunk man threatened woman helping his ex as she tried to fleeNow La Que has turned up to court with $1000 in cash and a handwritten apology letter.18 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandThree overnight Dunedin fires deemed suspicious, investigators called inOne fire tore through a vacant Harrow St building just before midnight.17 Nov 06:01 PM
CrimeName suppression lifts for man accused of killing of 11yo boy and his fatherPolice say the Bucklands Beach fire was deliberately lit with an accelerant.17 Nov 04:00 PM
CrimeFugitive who immigrated to NZ with fake ID blamed Hungarian mafia fearsHe boasted: 'Everyone will fall for it ... One day we'll write about it in a book.'17 Nov 03:44 AM
CrimeWell-known Far North businessman named as alleged murder victim, woman chargedMonty Knight, a former councillor, died on Sunday following reports of an assault.17 Nov 01:01 AM
AucklandPolice treating death at Ōtāhuhu housing complex as 'unexplained', cordon in placePolice were called to Atkinson Ave at 1.50am after a body was found.16 Nov 10:10 PM
Crime'People need to see what a monster he is': Rare jail term for repeat sex offenderDean Howard's lack of insight or remorse has led to a jail term without an end date.16 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandHomicide investigation launched, woman in custody after Northland deathA 57-year-old woman will appear in the Kaitāia District Court tomorrow.16 Nov 04:00 AM
Crime'I’ll get you too, b****’: Man threatened ex, caused $45k damage to historic house, injured police dogThis week, Jayden Wells shed tears as he was sent to prison on a variety of charges.16 Nov 02:48 AM
PremiumPremiumCrimeWoman swindled $1.4m after home ownership dream reportedly crushed by lost Bitcoin stash The woman, who has permanent name suppression, stole the money from her employer.15 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandHow a refit of an electronic monitoring bracelet led to accusation of assaultA security officer was accused of indecently assaulting a woman on community detention.15 Nov 04:00 AM
Crime'You fooled us': Trusted teen was quietly sexually exploiting friend's young sister'He walked into our family like a Trojan horse and brought us all down to ruins and left.'14 Nov 10:00 PM
CrimePolice visiting woman on unrelated matter find dead man on deck with 'shrine' around bodyHe had been dead for up to 14 days and was identified from one remaining fingerprint.14 Nov 06:56 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Horror story’: Ferrari seized by liquidators as alleged managers go to groundBrother blames brother over $8.4m collapse of recruitment and construction business.14 Nov 04:00 PM
Crime'You don’t like being told what to do': Judge jails repeat offender who cut off her ankle braceletNgakurarangi Kohu reversed 15 metres into a police car, narrowly missing an officer.14 Nov 07:00 AM
CrimeHead Hunter admits burying teen's body; denies luring him to double-cross executionA digger was used to conceal Jayden Mamfredos' body 3m underground. 14 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandMan thought he could hear cyclist's thoughts and was under attack, so he ran him downThe driver has now been found not guilty of attempted murder by reason of insanity. 13 Nov 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Kissing excessively': Woman jailed for offences including indecency on Air NZ flightBronte LeLievre and Reuben Finn caused 'embarrassment and discomfort' to others on board.13 Nov 02:36 AM
New ZealandPolice defend prosecution of Ms Z over emails to detective who arrested herCommissioner Richard Chambers said he could not comment on the merits of the case.12 Nov 10:12 PM
New ZealandMan admits murdering Christchurch woman, revealed as Great Barrier hostage taker Nathan Boulter once held a former partner captive for 38 hours on Great Barrier Island.12 Nov 09:54 PM
New ZealandWhy disgraced ex-police leader still gets a hefty pension The 52-year-old was earning about $500k as deputy police commissioner.12 Nov 07:01 PM
New ZealandPolice apologise to woman in McSkimming case but continue to prosecute her anyway for emails The young woman whose sex allegations were ignored still charged over emails to detective.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMcSkimming scandal: How there is hope for survivors in those who spoke upCampaigner Louise Nicholas and HELP Auckland executive director Kathryn McPhillips share how speaking up can create hope and change in the wake of the Jevon McSkimming scandal.Watch12 Nov 03:45 PM
Crime'Not cultural ignorance': Refugee’s business was a chop shop for $800k worth of stolen carsStolen cars were quickly dismantled at two of Abdul Ahmadi's yards, then shipped overseas.12 Nov 06:00 AM
Crime‘They’re all lies’: Ex-prison guard accused of slavery defiant in witness boxAccounts of him beating a complainant are wrong, including his diary entries, he said.12 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandMPs back cross-party action after IPCA exposes police investigation failuresPolice Minister pledges new oversight after Jevon McSkimming findings. Video / Parliament TVWatch12 Nov 02:13 AM