KahuProtest bound for Parliament today as projected prisoner numbers soarThe prison population is expected to reach nearly 14,000 in a decade.12 Jun 08:41 PM
New ZealandKiwis demand harsher penalties for drink-drivers, survey showsFifty-nine per cent want heavier fines for drunk and disorderly behaviour.09 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldUK teens face two-hour cap on social mediaTeens could be blocked from social media after 10pm and during school.08 Jun 10:22 PM
KahuMore than half of NZ vape products mislabelled, study revealsMost mislabelled vapes had significantly less nicotine than promised.05 Jun 09:02 PM
OpinionOpinion: Your smartphone is a parasite, according to evolutionOPINION: Many of us are hostage to our phones – and it’s not unlike having head lice.05 Jun 05:27 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleVaping has created a toxic monster: What it does to your body and how to quitTelegraph: Around 18% of 11- to 17-year-olds have tried vaping in the UK.03 Jun 06:00 PM
Crime'Cry for help': Man's confession exposes dark addictionJudge Rielly: 'His confession was a cry for help, but doesn't excuse his actions.'02 Jun 06:13 AM
CrimeChurch-going bank employee led secret life laundering $3m for meth syndicateHe was a literal poster boy for ASB but also corrupted colleagues, collected P shipments.01 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'You are a monster': Abducted woman escapes after locking rapist out of his own carHe tricked her into getting into the car, drove her to a remote location and raped her.31 May 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFour ways to know if you're in the alcoholic danger zoneTelegraph: How to make sure drinking doesn’t slip into a problem.30 May 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Really nasty substance': Why no type of alcohol is safeNew York Times: Are any types of alcohol less risky than others?29 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Lifting a dark cloud': Bar thrives after ditching pokiesOwners report no financial loss; dining space and food sales have improved.26 May 02:14 AM
LifestyleNZ teens ditch smartphones for 'brick' phonesA 2025 survey found 95% of New Zealanders aged 15+ use social media.21 May 09:46 PM
CrimeArsonist blames meth and psychedelics after $4m Auckland lodge destroyed in blazeShe predicted to a friend she would burn the place down, then she followed through. 19 May 04:37 AM
Kahu'I'm a recidivist offender': Woman's journey from criminal to mentorAllen has 178 convictions and has devoted herself to helping Northland addicts recover16 May 05:00 PM
CrimeThe 200m drive for smokes that led to a man's 7th drink-driving conviction'Alcohol is not for everyone, and perhaps it’s not for you,' says the judge at sentencing.15 May 01:00 AM
WorldGraphic photos shown as Diddy’s ex testifies in sex trafficking trialCassie feared blackmail videos would ruin her singing career.14 May 08:43 PM
World'A mysterious force': African nation trying to cash in on sacred hallucinogenic remedyGabon is keen to capitalise on iboga's economic potential.10 May 07:53 AM
WorldWatch: 'He's trying to smoke it' - Raccoon busted with crack pipePolice found a raccoon with a crack pipe in a car.07 May 08:04 PM
New ZealandNorthland's meth crisis: 'There's no magic wand for any of this'Organisations say they are overwhelmed by 'a tsunami of need'.04 May 11:11 PM
LifestyleGary Oldman reflects on 'destructive' behaviour during film with Demi MooreOldman apologised to Moore for being unprofessional while filming.30 Apr 02:47 AM
New Zealand'Far-reaching and devastating': Meth use has surged in this part of NZ as prices dropPolice attribute increased drug use to greater availability and lower prices.25 Apr 05:03 PM
CrimeDrug dealer imported meth, cocaine while on police curfew, now locked down around the clock He claimed he was set up, saying someone may have used his name and address.23 Apr 06:00 AM
LifestyleHalf of Kiwi adults overwhelmed by phone notifications, study reveals2degrees commissioned the study, highlighting the mental impact of notifications.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow a successful farmer spiralled into a homeless 'night-crawler'Paul Harrop once ran a $4 million farm. Now, he's in prison.18 Apr 06:00 AM
CrimeMeth dealer with 23-year addiction praised for rehabilitation efforts Brian Tito was found with 87g of meth and 'tick lists' of around $50,000.17 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandCrime proceeds could fund drug addiction help, Mental Health Minister saysThe Mental Health Minister says crime proceeds could help fund meth addiction services.14 Apr 07:00 PM
New Zealand'I’ll cut your throat,' drug seeker told woman days before breaking man's backThe 24-year-old has a history of drug abuse, mental health problems and violence issues.11 Apr 10:02 AM
New Zealand'We cannot do this by ourselves': Ministers listen to iwi leader's plea over meth crisisPolice Minister Mark Mitchell plans to visit Northland for further discussions.11 Apr 12:29 AM
New ZealandFormer Commonwealth Games boxer avoids jail despite raft of drug chargesThe death of Joseph Blackbourn's coach led to him spiralling out of control.28 Mar 10:00 PM
Crime‘High risk’: Nappy-wearing man created fake accounts to talk to young mumsZeb Laing made disturbing comments and posted images of himself in a nappy.26 Mar 06:00 PM
Entertainment‘We’re traumatised’: 1990s pop group open up on fame’s mental tollThe quintet reunited for the first time since their 2001 split.16 Mar 11:42 PM
Crime‘This is it’: Mr Asia’s addicts describe how they fell for heroinThe drug took off as young counter-culture Kiwis wanted more than rugby, racing and beer. 14 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWho killed Matthew Perry? Inside a Hollywood tragedyTimes: The case has pulled the curtain on the shady networks that prey on wealthy addicts.25 Feb 06:00 PM
