New ZealandMurder accused named in courtA 26-year-old painter accused of the murder of Harold Skudder had his name suppression lifted when he reappeared in court today.24 Mar 09:40 PM
WorldAmazing x-ray shows gamer's lucky escapeAn x-ray illustrates in shocking detail how a Chinese boy was stabbed through the head after a row over a video game.24 Mar 05:09 AM
New ZealandLauaki decision sends message 'violence is ok' - campaignerDecision to allow Sione Lauaki to play for Chiefs criticised by campaigner. 23 Mar 10:02 PM
New ZealandLiberty's killer jailed as her family tell of ongoing despairThe last moments of Liberty Templeman's life may never be known, as her killer has never told the truth, his sentencing judge has said.23 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandGirl lit fire leaving no way out for motherA teenager told police she knew a mother-of-three was at home when she started a fire that blocked the woman's chance to escape and left her to die.23 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandTearful teen admits murder charge over arson deathA tearful teenage girl who deliberately lit a fire which killed Pukekohe mum Lynette Chapman today changed her plea on a murder charge to guilty.23 Mar 06:26 AM
New ZealandTeen changes plea to murder in arson deathA 17-year-old girl has pleaded guilty to murdering Pukekohe mother of three Lynette Chapman, who died in a fire in her home in January.23 Mar 03:28 AM
New ZealandLiberty's killer jailed for at least 11 and a half yearsThe teenager who killed schoolgirl Liberty Templeman will serve a minimum of 11 and a half years.23 Mar 01:02 AM
New ZealandAll Black Lauaki admits bar assaultAll Black Sione Lauaki admits punching a man in a Hamilton bar earlier this month, but will be available for the Chiefs' next match with the Brumbies. 22 Mar 09:58 PM
New Zealand'It's not good for me, my family', says Blues player accused of assaultBlues rugby player Rene Ranger has lost an appeal to maintain name suppression while facing two charges of injuring with intent.22 Mar 01:34 AM
WorldWhat became of Elisabeth Fritzl?Two years after escaping her underground prison, she lives in a brightly painted house in a tiny hamlet referred to as "Village X".21 Mar 12:50 AM
New ZealandCriminals run riot on paroleForty-three of NZ's most dangerous criminals have been convicted of serious violent offences committed while they were already on parole.20 Mar 03:00 PM