New ZealandMan drunk and high on meth threatened to cut out partner’s tongueJustin David Gonscak appeared for sentence in Invercargill District Court last week.13 Feb 09:20 PM
WorldQuebec father recounts moments after bus hit daycare centreThe man had just parked when he saw the bus barrel through the daycare, killing two.09 Feb 09:15 PM
New ZealandGreat Barrier Island kidnapper Nathan Boulter refused parole after stalking womanMan infamous for Great Barrier Island kidnapping refused parole on recent charges.08 Feb 08:57 PM
World6yo boy who shot teacher tried to choke another - lawyerMore details to emerge allege boy swore at staff, tried to whip students with belt.08 Feb 07:45 PM
World‘Strong indications’ Putin approved missile supply, as MH17 inquiry endsBut insufficient evidence to prosecute Putin or other suspects and inquiry suspended.08 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandStaffer stabbed during youth justice facility escape attemptOffenders believed to have taken advantage of inexperienced staff, poor maintenance.07 Feb 08:53 PM
Entertainment'Completely false': Rust shooting armourer speaks out amid court chargesRust armourer says she was "stretched too thin" on set, not called back before gun used.04 Feb 10:41 PM
Royals'I am here to kill the Queen': Man pleads guilty to treason over crossbow plotThe man was arrested at Windsor Castle on Christmas Day 2021, when Queen was in residence.03 Feb 05:19 PM
New ZealandElderly man injured by neighbour who thought he was breaking into his homeThe 78-year-old needed surgery after his leg was broken at the hip.03 Feb 04:00 PM
EntertainmentAfter the Rust tragedy, do armourers have a future in film?“Gun safety is a very emotive issue, and it will be a shame if some of our craft is lost.”02 Feb 11:31 PM
New ZealandWaikeria prison riots: Two more admit guilt, as 12 others head to trialFires lit by rioting prisoners allegedly caused $50m of damage.02 Feb 02:40 AM
New Zealand'Dismissed': Convicted killer, rapist fails in fourth murder trial bidMalcolm Rewa has failed in his appeal over his conviction for Susan Burdett's murder.01 Feb 04:40 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhen daddy kills mummy: Picking up the pieces when children are orphaned by crimeWhat happens to the kids left behind after fatal family violence? Anna Leask reports27 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldReport delves into US mass shootingsReport on US mass attacks calls for communities to intervene early when they see signs.25 Jan 10:11 PM
World2 dead, 7 injured in German train stabbingThe attacker was also injured and taken to hospital.25 Jan 05:53 PM
WorldTeacher shot by student to sue school district, warnings ignored - lawyerStaff warned administrators three times boy had a gun and was making threats, lawyer says.25 Jan 05:04 PM
WorldShootout at Oakland gas station kills 1, wounds 8Shootout only hours after a gunman killed seven at two locations in San Fran Bay area.24 Jan 04:31 PM
WorldWatch: Service for Memphis man, who died after police arrestA memorial service was held Tuesday for Tyre Nichols, whose death after a confrontation with police officers during a traffic stop led to protests. Video / APWatch23 Jan 05:01 PM
EntertainmentProsecutors seek justice in Baldwin shooting caseDA striving for "equal justice ... regardless of the fame or fortune of those involved".21 Jan 06:36 PM
New ZealandPolice rush to emergency incident: One seriously hurt in suspected shootingResidents were last night speculating online that a shooting had occurred.21 Jan 05:02 PM
EntertainmentMickey Rourke defends Alec Baldwin over 'Rust' shooting“No way in hell should Alec Baldwin be blamed for this unfortunate tragedy.”20 Jan 09:47 PM
World6yo who shot teacher in US has ‘acute disability’; teacher's status revealedOne of boy's parents usually accompanied him in class but didn't the week of the shooting.20 Jan 06:09 PM
EntertainmentAlec Baldwin to be charged with involuntary manslaughterHalyna Hutchins was fatally shot on the set of the film "Rust" in New Mexico.19 Jan 04:09 PM
New ZealandJacinda Ardern calls time, North Shore blaze & Alec Baldwin charged | Focus Morning Bulletin: 20 January, 2023 Jacinda Ardern’s popularity revealed as the PM steps down, Fire crews respond to building fire overnight and prosecutors announce Alec Baldwin’s fate in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Jan 04:02 PM
New Zealand'You stupid moron': Engineer punches pilot in head in cockpit; that was only the start of the sagaIt took the victim complaining to the CAA before attacker ended up in court.17 Jan 04:20 PM
New ZealandPrisoner reveals regrets over killer punchPrisoner still has nightmares about a fatal incident when he punched a fellow inmate.17 Jan 01:56 AM
New ZealandFive more in court charged with Tauranga man's murderFour were due to appear in Tauranga today, while one appeared in Hamilton District Court.17 Jan 01:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDevil’s advocate: The trials and tribulations of NZ’s greatest living defence lawyerNigel Hampton KC opens up on career’s highs and lows after 100-plus murder trials.13 Jan 04:23 PM
EntertainmentEvan Peters slammed for Golden Globe winMother of one of Jeffrey Dahmer's victims criticises actor's award-winning role.12 Jan 08:00 PM
WorldProud Boys' sedition trial opens 2 years after US Capitol riotThe high-profile trial into Proud Boys' role in Jan 6, 2021 riot has opened in Washington.12 Jan 05:24 PM
New ZealandWaikato police search for 'dangerous' man after machete attack on shopkeeperPolice say 19-year-old Trayd Tahau is dangerous and should not be approached11 Jan 11:39 PM
New ZealandSlouching in court: Teen accused of jumping on mum, baby in tent rebuked by judgeThe judge asked the man if he was tired before telling him to "stand up straight".11 Jan 11:05 PM
WorldSix stabbed in Paris train station, attacker shot by policeFrance remains jittery following a spate of deadly terror attacks since 2015.11 Jan 05:06 PM
New ZealandChch resident critically injured in evening assaultPolice responded to an assault at a Linwood address on Tuesday.10 Jan 11:38 PM
