New Zealand'Unsustainable caseloads': Chief Justice laments too few judges, not enough courtsCriminal trials are becoming longer and more complex, now lasting more than three weeks.03 Sep 06:34 AM
Wellington'Voices told him to burn': Loafers Lodge murder-accused had previous attempted arson convictionHe does not dispute lighting the fire that killed five people.03 Sep 04:58 AM
New Zealand'I stand here broken': Mum confronts attacker who stabbed her and toddler, then killed baby'Sometimes my body burns and it feels like I am fading away into death.'03 Sep 04:00 AM
WellingtonAccused killer fled mental health care in Auckland weeks before lighting deadly fire03 Sep 12:09 AM
New ZealandKiwi musician who abused ex has convictions set aside, granted permanent suppression02 Sep 05:41 AM
BusinessGovt 'sorting' issue that halted Port of Tauranga expansion consenting - Bishop02 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandInmate launches court battle after being denied meds and free hearing aid batteries30 Aug 10:00 PM
Crime'It’s not their fault:' Children of man mauled to death say he wouldn't blame the dogs'If they were brought up with good people, they probably would have been good dogs.'30 Aug 08:46 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Unusual twists and turns’: Zuru nappy trial concludesMonth-long nappy trial closes as Zuru claims the case of stolen Treasures has been proven.30 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandCCTV footage shows man accused of deadly Loafers Lodge blaze light fireA 50-year-old man, who has name suppression, is accused of murdering five people.29 Aug 07:30 AM
Crime'I'm dead, I'm dead': Father terrified after merging into gang convoy, sparking rageThe group was en route to a park where they allegedly murdered a Head Hunters member.29 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandEstate agent Yanfei Bao's killer appeals conviction and sentenceA date is yet to be set for any hearings on the matter. 29 Aug 01:10 AM
New ZealandAccidental or deliberate omission? Port's extension plans halted over act's wordingA Port of Tauranga expansion bid stalls in the face of a judicial review.28 Aug 06:44 AM
WellingtonWatch: The moment fatal Loafers Lodge fire discovered by residentsA 111 call played to the jury was so distressing the witness was taken out of the room.28 Aug 05:37 AM
WellingtonDaughter fatally ran over mother who tried to stop her drink-drivingShe received 11 months home detention and a two-year driving ban.28 Aug 12:27 AM
New ZealandMan accused of Whangārei park murder dies while awaiting trialDuwaine Johnstone, 63, was accused of murdering Yvonne Chapman in Whangārei.27 Aug 07:02 AM
WellingtonWatch: Man jumps from fourth storey to escape burning hostel, video shown to juryResidents have described their efforts to escape the inferno at Loafers Lodge.27 Aug 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Couldn’t handle the screaming and crying': Man reveals why he killed his girlfriend's babyMatthew Ellery threw the girl to the floor and smothered her. Then he blamed her uncle.27 Aug 03:00 AM
CrimeWoman who ran over, killed ex had contacted police earlier seeking helpHer murder trial was set for next week. She was instead jailed for manslaughter.27 Aug 12:57 AM
CrimeHistoric verdict: Dog owner guilty of manslaughter after hungry pack mauled man to deathThe jury found Neville Thomson died after Abel Wira failed to secure his aggressive dogs.26 Aug 09:39 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: The war on pedestriansOPINION: Court says no to Auckland Transport's attempts to calm traffic in seaside suburb.26 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeRival gang's 'brutally effective' tactics resulted in Head Hunter's murder, Crown saysFive members and associates of a lesser-known street gang are on trial for murder.26 Aug 06:00 AM
Wellington'Get out immediately': Firefighters describe escape from Loafers Lodge infernoFirefighters left the building moments before a deadly flashover happened.26 Aug 01:12 AM
CrimeLoafers Lodge fire: Trial starts for man facing murder, arson chargesThe trial for a man accused of murdering five people in a Wellington fire started today. The man has pleaded not guilty to five counts of murder and two counts of arson.Watch25 Aug 06:02 AM
New ZealandTired taxi driver reversed into signpost, which fell on pedestrian and killed himKiflay Abera had not taken required breaks before crash that killed Jason McEwan. 25 Aug 06:00 AM
Wellington'Chaos': Murder-accused lit deadly blaze with 84 people in hostelThe defendant had lived at Loafers Lodge for just one week before setting it on fire.25 Aug 05:00 AM
AucklandLaw student wins court case against Auckland Transport over ‘unlawful’ speed bumps A judge ruled that AT failed to genuinely consider the impact on drivers.25 Aug 01:05 AM
New ZealandGerman dad tried to block passport for teen daughter, claiming she'd been 'kidnapped to NZ'Without a passport, the NZ-based teen can't get a driver's licence, IRD number or travel.24 Aug 06:00 AM
Crime'They had a taste for blood': Jury asked to decide if man killed by dogs let them out of caravanDefence says if victim hadn’t opened the doors, 'the dogs would still be in the caravan'.22 Aug 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Aunty, can you tell uncle to come': The message that led to a murder Dean Kahukiwa was shot five times in his Horowhenua home in September 2023.21 Aug 05:22 AM
