New ZealandFormer Govt manager re-sentenced in changing room spy cam casePhilip Barnes was initially discharged without conviction and given name suppression.15 Feb 02:34 AM
New Zealand'Disrespectful for others': Mayor's push to ban gang insignia from headstonesMayor describes presence of gang insignia on headstones as "offensive".15 Feb 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Extremely dangerous': Man admits shining laser at rescue helicopterThe pilot was on a rescue mission.14 Feb 10:43 PM
New ZealandThird strike: Mother of 6 sent to prison for violent, humiliating home invasionLevi Nepia, 32, was one of three offenders who terrorised five roommates in 2019.14 Feb 10:25 PM
CrimeDNA analysis of elephant ivory reveals trafficking networksStudy suggests only three criminal groups responsible for smuggling ivory out of Africa.14 Feb 09:10 PM
New Zealand'Disgusted': Hapless crim shot himselfNicholas Newton writes a letter to court after shooting himself in the chest by accident.14 Feb 05:20 PM
CrimeRe-trial held for man who fired two shots during police pursuitDisqualified driver fired two shots in the air during police chase in the Far North.14 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan charged with murder after woman found dead in New Plymouth homePolice launched a homicide investigation after a 48-year-old woman's death.14 Feb 06:19 AM
New ZealandMan charged with murder was stopped by police the night before fatal stabbingIssues relating to police failures handling missing persons highlighted at inquest.14 Feb 06:05 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldTeen sleuth helps solve 58-year cold case killing of schoolgirlNew York Times: Marise Chiverella's body was dumped in a rubbish pit in 1964.14 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandJudge issues warrant to arrest for woman who helped Matthew Hunt's killerNatalie Jane Bracken, 31, missed her scheduled appearance in the Kaitāia District Court.14 Feb 03:38 AM
New ZealandSuitcases full of pilfered high-end fashion: Documents outline woman's role in Trelise Cooper heistAndrea Nicole Edwards was set to go to trial today but instead pleaded guilty.14 Feb 03:11 AM
New ZealandTrelise Cooper burglary: Florist pleads guiltyAndrea Edwards pleaded guilty to receiving Trelise Cooper garments worth about $137,000.13 Feb 11:40 PM
New ZealandDisgraced businessman Ron Brierley released from jail early due to declining healthRon Brierley has been released without having to serve his full original sentence.13 Feb 06:34 AM
New ZealandFour arrested, one hurt following Taranaki firearms incidentPolice located a female with moderate injuries while four people were arrested.13 Feb 04:56 AM
New ZealandThree hospitalised, one critical after two simultaneous Auckland CBD incidentsIncidents took place in early hours of the morning.12 Feb 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMoney, cars and cash: Inside cops' covert money laundering investigationAbout $8.4m flowed through the bank accounts of Yinghui Zhang over a 20-month period.12 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Very very poorly handled': Nine months after unprovoked attack, police still hadn't investigatedThe awful luck piled up in quick succession after Aaron left the casino.12 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandOfficer bashed, person stabbed at gathering of 'anti-social road users'Police are calling for witnesses after a 'volatile' early-morning encounter.12 Feb 12:38 AM
New ZealandTroy Skinner case: NZ man jailed for 21 years in US for child pornographySkinner made headlines after being shot by the girl's mother in an attempted home invasion11 Feb 10:20 PM
New ZealandDunedin rapist remains in jail as bail deniedParole has been declined for the prisoner after abusive conduct towards staff and inmates.11 Feb 07:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDouble life: Youth worker and drug-dealer jailedRebels gang chapter vice-president Mark Glassie was also employed as a youth worker.11 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: Supermarket terror attack survivor speaks five months onTwo long scars, one from ear to chin across Ezmeralda Johns' lower cheek lay bare the terrorist's intentions that day. Video / NZ Herald Watch11 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I only wanted a cigarette', says woman who stabbed partnerThe man was struck with such force, the knife first went through his leather vest.11 Feb 04:00 PM
CrimeWoman sentenced after driving dangerously, killing boyfriendSimon Littlefair was thrown from a moving vehicle, landing on his head.11 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMall terror attack exclusive: 'Please don't cut my throat' - stabbed teacher's horrific ordealAs he slashed at her neck with a knife, Ezmeralda Johns looked into her attacker's eyes.11 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'So, this is my story. This is how I die': Mall victim's survival, her hero - and why she feels terror attack has been forgottenShe looked into the eyes of Ahamed Samsudeen as he stabbed her, and saw nothing.11 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandOffender flouts judge's efforts by walking out of rehab, back in custodyThe judge "nursed" the man to treatment through the sentences he imposed. It failed.11 Feb 06:31 AM
CrimeName suppression lapses for 66 year-old accused of numerous offences against his familyName suppression lapses for Northland man accused of 45 family harm offences11 Feb 05:11 AM
New ZealandThai sex worker trial: Mixed verdicts for women accused of $250k fraudThe jury returned with their verdicts just after 5pm today.11 Feb 04:49 AM
New ZealandRemote justice: Judges working from homeThe Chief District Court Judge's office said it was in response to the spread of Omicron.11 Feb 03:49 AM
New ZealandDevonport attack: Faulty lighting at park where woman assaultedPolice are appealing for sightings of a man after the incident at Stanley Bay Park.11 Feb 02:02 AM
New Zealand'I'm not a criminal, I'm a regular person': Anti-mandate protesters appear in courtAbout 27 protesters will come through the Wellington courts after a night behind bars.10 Feb 11:55 PM
New ZealandThai sex worker trial: Jury sent to begin deliberationsThe pair have been on trial in the Hamilton District Court this week.10 Feb 11:47 PM