Crime'The kids won't shut up': Court cuts sentence for mum who killed infant, condemns absent dad'The kids won't be safe,' she had previously warned her ex-partner.18 Dec 06:03 AM
New ZealandFears Coromandel murder-accused's pigs will be 'targets for hunters'A Givealittle page made an 'urgent appeal' for their safety.18 Dec 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Character from a horror movie': Man's horrific assault injuries described in courtThe victims were enjoying Christmas drinks with workmates before the unprovoked attack.18 Dec 03:59 AM
New ZealandTrainer kicks horse in genitals - avoids conviction, name suppressedThe judge wants further information before convicting him on child assault charges.17 Dec 07:33 AM
CrimeArrest warrant issued after ex-reality TV star skips sentencing to attend gigThe judge said he wouldn't let the court be 'an absolute laughing stock'.17 Dec 05:44 AM
Crime'Not one bit of respect': Killer's antics torment victim’s familyLance Hall fatally stabbed father-of-two Jason McNae at an apartment complex.17 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandAlleged Coromandel shooter named as victim's family come together to grieveStuart Edmondson made a brief appearance in the High Court this morning.16 Dec 10:30 PM
New Zealand'CCTV crucial': Police call for evidence after gang murderWarnings issued for traffic disruption around Wellington during the funeral procession.16 Dec 07:59 PM
WorldTeen in custody after alleged quadruple homicide of family in New MexicoUS teen, 16, allegedly kills family; charged with four counts of first-degree murder.16 Dec 04:19 AM
New Zealand'Armed and dangerous': Suspect wanted in slaying of ex-gang bossAnyone harbouring or protecting Wipuhara Kapene could be prosecuted.16 Dec 02:34 AM
New ZealandWomen’s Refuge gearing up for 'busiest time of the year'Experts warn a lack of services and high deprivation fuel domestic violence in Northland.15 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentJamie Foxx needing facial stitches after glass thrown at him in birthday dinnerIt comes days after the actor detailed mystery illness that left him in hospital.15 Dec 04:23 AM
WorldFive killed by 'lone gunman’ around French migrant campAll those killed reportedly received 'precise shots to the head'.15 Dec 01:38 AM
New ZealandCoromandel shooting: Name suppression for man charged with murder, attempted murderMan appears in court after fatal shooting in remote rural location.13 Dec 11:01 PM
RugbyKiwi rugby player jailed for French gang rapeThree players jailed for 12 to 14 years over gang rape of student after drunken night out.13 Dec 10:34 PM
New ZealandOne killed, one critical in Coromandel incident, Kiwibank predicts growth | NZ Herald News UpdateA 77yo man has been charged with murder and attempted murder after an incident in Waiau, Coromandel yesterday. Kiwibank predicts growth in 2025, record migrant numbers leave NZ.Watch13 Dec 07:16 PM
CrimeHome detention for ex-Killer Beez member who planned rogue hit on rival gang memberThe judge said the defendant has a tough road ahead after handing in his patch.13 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandLake Hāwea neighbour heard screams on day woman found deadKaren Gaylene White died in March. The homicide investigation started in November.13 Dec 01:53 AM
CrimeFateful call: Skipper told sandbar decision 'the one you regret the most'Kevin McQuire pleaded guilty earlier this year over Clarks Beach boating tragedy.12 Dec 10:47 PM
CrimeSon revealed as murder-accused of woman found dead in her homeJennifer Sheehan's family were left 'shocked and utterly lost for words' after her death.12 Dec 09:53 PM
WorldTrump administration keen to re-examine JFK assassinationRobert F Kennedy wants Amaryllis Fox Kennedy to be the spy agency’s second-in-command.12 Dec 08:58 PM
New ZealandMan ran down teen the same day he was in court for running down elderly womanHe suffered multiple fractures and internal injuries and was left fighting for his life.12 Dec 06:00 AM
CrimeChristopher Luxon left in the dark about assaultPrime Minister Christopher Luxon said he only learned that about an alleged indecent assault of two women by members of a visiting Vietnamese delegation this morning.Watch12 Dec 03:53 AM
New ZealandMan allegedly points gun at South Auckland resident, fleesThe alleged offender was arrested in Māngere, found with cannabis and shotgun cartridges. 12 Dec 12:08 AM
New ZealandBlanket carefully hung in prison yard to conceal violent bashing of inmateThe prison assault was only the beginning of Jason Osborne's latest bout of offending.11 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandPolice seek CCTV of fatal Lower Hutt shooting as hunt for large tattooed man continuesPolice say they are hunting for a large, heavily tattooed man accused of the shooting.11 Dec 05:53 AM
New ZealandPolice admit 77 min delay in attending Northland child double homicide was a mistakeA woman called police, 'hearing voices'. When they turned up, they'd been dead for hours.11 Dec 02:59 AM
Crime‘Just lost it’: Court docs outline why a convicted baby killer decided to murder againDonovan Duff's name and criminal history had been kept secret until today.11 Dec 02:04 AM
New ZealandFatal Lower Hutt shooting victim was former gang presidentThe parties involved all knew each other, the police say.11 Dec 01:37 AM
New ZealandWatch: Roaring car seen 'driving like something else' after Massey driveway deathThe alleged driver was arrested in Thames, 128km from the crime scene.10 Dec 11:18 PM
New ZealandChristchurch dog walker murder: Killer jailed, but avoids life sentenceBailey Messervy has been jailed for life for murdering Nigel Wilson. 10 Dec 11:05 PM
CrimeMongrel Mob baby killer admits second murder – this time inside Auckland prisonHe already had a minimum non-parole period of 17 years before the second killing.10 Dec 08:32 PM
Travel news'I was stranded': 50th wedding anniversary trip to Australia scuppered by 1971 assault convictionThe shocked couple ended up spending their big day, one on either side of the Tasman.10 Dec 06:13 AM
New Zealand'Thought he was going to kill me': Victim's fear after gang kidnapping, attackIt took about 18 months for the victim to no longer feel afraid about going out.10 Dec 06:00 AM
