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A repeat drink-driver claims to have ditched the booze and to be enjoying recovery.
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'Sting of the century': Man admits role in large-scale meth, cocaine import scheme
The man has been granted interim name suppression.
'Honeymoon killer' Rodney Fallowfield's daughter has been sent to prison
Tamara Charmaine Bryant, 33, appeared in the Dunedin District Court this week.
Use of Cell Buster pepper spray in prisons was unlawful - Judge
The pepper spray used in NZ prisons is marketed as "Making Grown Men Cry Since 1975".
Case of mum accused of murdering her three daughters back in court
Liané, Maya and Karla were found dead at their Timaru home.
'Angry': Review ordered into how murder-accused was released from mental health unit
Canterbury District Health Board has announced it is carrying out a review.
'Clear lessons' after tragic murder of abused 5yo Malachi, judge says
Justice Paul Davison says reporting abuse is a 'community responsibility'.
'You just hit a cop': Handshakes and praise for teen's jaw-breaking attack on police
As the officer's 'dream job' hangs in the balance, the teen responsible has been jailed.
Man allowed back into community after wedgie spree
The 29-year-old man is said to be 'essentially a child himself'.
Murder accused had no option but to shoot, says defence
Closing submissions from the Crown and defence counsel for Adrian Phillips are under way.
Stealing cars on TikTok: Social media account shows alleged crimes
Videos reflect trends of crime for 'likes'.
Police Minister says desire for TikTok vids driving ram raids
Hipkins is considering dispersal orders to break up gang gatherings.
Man jailed for shooting ex-girlfriend's partner between the eyes
Krishan Dick-Karetai was sentenced for the attack which amounted to attempted murder.
Woman who beat, burnt and killed 5yo sentenced to 17 years
Killer Michaela Barriball has been sentenced to a near record-breaking prison sentence.
Coroner confirms 2023 start for first phase of inquest into March 15 terror attacks
Victims hope for answers to lingering questions.
'Cowardly, shocking' prison assault: Mongrel Mob inmate stabs guard 12 times in face
It is the second serious shanking in a New Zealand prison this month.
'Akin to torture': Couple found guilty of elder abuse of man with dementia
The man was kept locked up at home most of each day.
R Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison
The singer was found to have subjected young fans to systematic sexual abuse.
Funeral held for stabbing victim Laisa Waka Tunidau before repatriation
Her body will be returned to her homeland of Fiji today.
'Choose someone you trust': Lawyer fined $7500 in EPOA misuse case
Lawyer fined after another enduring power of attorney stole money, asset from donor.
Random killing of mother: Health Minister expresses condolences to grieving family
Documents show staffing crisis at Hillmorton was escalated by health officials in January.
'If I had a superpower': Girl wishes she could erase hundreds of rapes suffered
The girl was raped at least three times a week over a number of years.
One-woman prison riot: Convicted killer's damage spree costs $18,000
Three years after receiving her life sentence, Katrina Epiha has caused $18,370 damage.
Grandfather to pay granddaughter $10,700 after renting her an unhealthy home
Landlord refused to repair property rented to his granddaughter and also slept over.
'Disgusting': Outrage as young driver who killed five teens in crash sentenced
Driver on restricted licence had been drinking before high-speed crash.
'Huge concern': Nearly a third of adults were a victim of crime in 2021
Survey shows 1.2 million Kiwis were victims of a crime last year. Who's most at risk?
West Auckland car park murder: Outburst in court as trio plead not guilty
The courtroom erupted into yelling and a person was removed from the dock.
Ghislaine Maxwell sentenced to 20 years prison - 'biggest regret I met Epstein'
'My association with Jeffrey Epstein will permanently stain me.'
From dominatrix 'meth queen' to dog trainer: Early prison release for drug dealer
A woman who dealt millions worth of meth is to be released from prison early.
'There's a lot of vigilante talk': Ram raids keep business owners up at night
Northland business owners are having sleepless nights after two ram-raids in one weekend.
After three random attacks: Are NZ streets more violent than before?
Random knife attacks, gang violence and ram raids. What is behind the violence in NZ?
Man cultivated specific cannabis strain to relieve his chronic pain
A growing room was set up in his garage with specialised heating, lighting and ventilation
Political figure loses suppression appeal but may seek Supreme Court date
The Herald is arguing for identifying political figure named during high-profile case.