New ZealandWatch: Black Power member performs haka as he is found not guilty at third murder trial in 11 yearsThe jury believed his defence that another man killed Wiremu Birch in Taupo.25 Jul 06:00 AM
CrimeAcquitted after 11 years and three trialsHendrix Kahia and a relative perform a haka for his two counsel at Hamilton High Court, celebrating his acquittal of Wiremu Birch's murder after 11 years and three trials.Watch25 Jul 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Despicable': Father's ashes dumped on street after West Auckland burglaryA local woman who helped retrieve the ashes said the thieves were 'scum'.25 Jul 06:00 AM
New Zealand'No justice': Timaru teen sentenced to home detention for 'depraved' child sexual offendingBlake Ivan Miller admitted 'extremely serious' sex offending but has avoided jail.25 Jul 05:33 AM
New ZealandHamilton burglar busted on bottle shop roof with $3k product punched police dogThe father of seven was jailed for just over five years on 19 charges.24 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandCommissioners of Abuse in Care Royal Commission reflect on the landmark inquiryCommissioners of Abuse in Care Royal Commission reflect on the landmark inquiry.Watch24 Jul 06:40 AM
CrimeMum warned kids weren't safe around her, kills her infant, then gets name suppression'Not long before my anger becomes too much for the kids’ safety,' she warned in texts.24 Jul 02:09 AM
New ZealandPerson damages plants outside chapel at Elliotts Funeral ServicesA person intentionally damaged the plants outside the chapel at Elliotts Funeral Services in Tauranga. Video / SuppliedWatch24 Jul 01:59 AM
New Zealand'A miracle': Tradie escapes gunfire by millimetres in Beach Haven shootingThe unsuspecting tradie was sitting in his ute when someone opened fire on his vehicle.24 Jul 12:57 AM
New ZealandManhunt under way in northwest Auckland for 'evil' repeat offender'He is considered dangerous and should not be approached.'23 Jul 09:15 PM
New Zealand'I slipped through the cracks': Parole Board repeatedly botches rape victim notificationParole Board apologises after sex offender released on parole without victim’s knowledge.23 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandOfficer feared he would be 'shot and killed' after hearing gunshot during foot-chaseAren Curtis, who has 130 previous convictions, was wanted for a string of burglaries.23 Jul 08:00 AM
New ZealandConvicted rapist takes claim he attacked woman in his sleep to Supreme CourtA jury earlier found Damin Peter Cook was not asleep when he raped a woman.23 Jul 07:48 AM
New ZealandHIV exacerbated killer's psychosis as he stabbed grandfather to deathGuy Thompson died from blood loss on his neighbour's kitchen floor.23 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandNorth Shore home and car sprayed with gunfire in early-morning attackOne neighbour said she heard 11 shots in quick succession.23 Jul 12:49 AM
New ZealandWaikato woman charged with toddler's attempted murderThe 33-year-old woman was granted continued name suppression today.23 Jul 12:14 AM
CrimeYoung woman who helped cause 18yo Connor Boyd’s death loses Court of Appeal suppression battleThe justices also rejected her bid for a reduced sentence.22 Jul 11:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExclusive: Drive-by shooting targets home of mother of alleged Auckland gang bossThe shooting came after a post-funeral Rebels ride through the territory of another gang.22 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandFurniture thief busted with dressing table strapped to roof of vehicleThe offender had also taken a bed base.22 Jul 07:43 AM
New ZealandWhy teen service station robber got a 65% discount at sentencingAnaru Rueben was involved in a $14,000 aggravated robbery of a Gull station.22 Jul 07:00 AM
Crime'Captured by their own hand': Lawyer claims unlawful arrest is caught on cameraThe man would not give his details when police asked, triggering a chain of events.22 Jul 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Three strong bangs': Māngere cul-de-sac residents describe latest drive-by shootingOne neighbour said she no longer feels safe living on the street.22 Jul 02:23 AM
CrimeTears as Enchanter skipper found not guilty of tragedy that killed five'No one can control and influence the sea. It is unpredictable.'21 Jul 11:18 PM
New ZealandArrest made after alleged early morning stabbing in Christchurch CBDA man is facing a charge of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.21 Jul 08:20 PM
New ZealandDrug importer's house seizure linked to Bitcoin, the dark web and $268k of US methThe owner only had $25,000 left to pay on his mortgage.21 Jul 03:26 AM
New ZealandTwo people hospitalised following alleged stabbing outside central Christchurch barEmergency services were called to the scene shortly after 4am.20 Jul 10:40 PM
New ZealandMan stole 333 beehives, causing $184k loss to the industryHe was stung with a hefty reparation order and 11 months' home detention.20 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandMultiple gunshots fired at house in Māngere, South AucklandPolice are working to establish whether the incident is gang-related.20 Jul 09:29 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow a 469kg drug bust led to NZ police cracking a money-laundering gangOperation Worthington identified $10 million of cash transactions from 37 'money drops'.20 Jul 05:18 AM
New ZealandRobber storms bakery with knife, gun and hammer down his pantsPatrick Arahanga ran into the bakery demanding cash from the till.20 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandCraving for lollies ends in raft of charges for teens after night-long crime spreeBoys arrested after series of alleged offending across Hawke's Bay.20 Jul 12:14 AM
Crime'Find me guilty': Cannabis advocate gives jury an easy taskBrian Borland also told the judge 'it's jail or nothing' on growing and trading charges.20 Jul 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Distressing incident': Police identify Palmerston North homicide victimScene examination continues as police follow positive lines of inquiry.19 Jul 09:17 PM
New ZealandParole refused for one of NZ's most dangerous killersThe Herald reveals more information about NZ's most dangerous killers.19 Jul 08:07 PM
