New ZealandHearings begin on abuse in deaf and disabled institutionsA Kelston centre for deaf students is one of the institutions in the spotlight.10 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoman killed in Auckland street: Shock that 'such violence can happen'A man has been charged with murder after the incident.10 Jul 06:27 AM
New ZealandTeen beaten 'beyond recognition', Dad frustrated alleged attackers not arrestedFather frustrated police yet to arrest boys after son beaten at party.09 Jul 02:25 AM
EntertainmentMan guilty over murder of rapper Nipsey HussleMan guilty of first-degree murder of the Grammy-winning rapper Nipsey Hussle's death.09 Jul 01:09 AM
CrimeLove rival shooting: Seven months of obsession leaves victim needing a miracleKrishan Dick-Karetai was jailed for nearly seven years last week.08 Jul 10:30 PM
New ZealandMan charged with murder after woman dies in Grey Lynn assaultPolice say woman was assaulted, found to be critically injured and subsequently died.08 Jul 10:25 PM
New ZealandFather's defence in baby murder trial is 'fanciful', prosecutors argueDoubts over paternity preceded baby Poseidyn's violent death, prosecutors say.08 Jul 04:48 AM
New ZealandParole denied for violent Southland stalkerA stalker with a "history of violent offending" will be behind bars until next year.04 Jul 11:28 PM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 5 July, 2022 How Kiwis are somewhat funding the upcoming Avatar sequels, Auckland - a city on knife edge and wild weather crossing the ditch in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Jul 07:34 PM
New Zealand'One less weight in my life': Sister's relief young mum's killer won't get out of jail earlySamuel Samson murdered Azalia Wilson while they were in a motel room with their baby.01 Jul 06:30 AM
New ZealandSobs of relief as guilty verdict returned in Kopu murder trialA jury has found Adrian Phillips guilty of murdering father-of-one Bayden Williams.01 Jul 02:46 AM
OpinionJohn MacDonaldOpinion: Sockburn killing - The buck stops with you, ministerThe man accused of killing Laisa Waka Tunidau in random attack was in mental health care.01 Jul 02:06 AM
CrimeCase of mum accused of murdering her three daughters back in courtLiané, Maya and Karla were found dead at their Timaru home.30 Jun 09:40 PM
New Zealand'Angry': Review ordered into how murder-accused was released from mental health unitCanterbury District Health Board has announced it is carrying out a review.30 Jun 08:23 PM
Crime'Huge concern': Nearly a third of adults were a victim of crime in 2021Survey shows 1.2 million Kiwis were victims of a crime last year. Who's most at risk?28 Jun 11:03 PM
New ZealandChch stabbing: Young son, 11, witnesses efforts to save mumLaisa Waka Tunidau attacked metres from home - while accused faces mental health check.27 Jun 12:37 AM
New Zealand'Worst thing to happen in your street': Woman stabbed to death in random attackWoman stabbed to death on her way home from work was randomly attacked.26 Jun 02:45 AM
New Zealand'Horrific, traumatic and random': Homicide investigation after woman dies in Christchurch stabbingA 37-year-old man has been charged with murder after woman killed in random street attack.26 Jun 12:56 AM
New ZealandChristchurch police provide update after woman dies in stabbingCanterbury District Commander Superintendent John Price provides details on the 'horrific, traumatic and random attack' in Sockburn, Christchurch. Video / Kurt BayerWatch26 Jun 12:34 AM
New ZealandKaiapoi police shooting scenePolice were alerted to a report of the man allegedly threatening a member of the public with a metal bar and a knife on Williams St near Ohoka Rd on Saturday night. Video / Kurt BayerWatch25 Jun 11:25 PM
SportFight breaks out between fans at Mt SmartA fight between fans at Mt Smart stadium broke out on Saturday night. Video / Cesãh Liiná via Facebook / Supplied / TikTokWatch25 Jun 09:17 PM
WorldNorway shaken by attack during Pride festivalNorwegian media name suspect, police call shooting an "extreme Islamist terror act".25 Jun 08:41 PM
World'Total bloodbath': Witnesses describe Ethiopia ethnic attackHundreds of people were slaughtered in a farming village and its surroundings.25 Jun 08:23 PM
New ZealandPolice appeal for information after two stabbings in Auckland CBD overnightPolice are investigating separate stabbing incidents in Auckland's CBD.25 Jun 12:40 AM
New Zealand'I had to do something': Auckland retiree and cancer patient fought knife attackerKee Lee, 66, fought the Murrays Bay attacker.24 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Running into harm's wayOPINION: Our editorial on the passers-by who halted a mass stabbing on the North Shore.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A hell of a fright': Murrays Bay stabbing victim speaks of terrifying attackAttacker gave her "hell of a fright", woman says.24 Jun 01:12 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Police update on North Shore mass stabbingWaitematā district commander Superintendent Naila Hassan told media the offender, who is in hospital after suffering moderate injuries, was stopped by members of the public. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Jun 01:52 AM
New ZealandPaternity was argued two days before baby Poseidyn's fatal injuries, jurors toldAnthony Pickering was arrested in September 2020 following the death of baby Poseidyn.22 Jun 05:24 AM
New ZealandMan charged with murdering Colombian woman back in courtThe man charged with murdering Juliana Herrera has appeared in court again today21 Jun 11:15 PM
New ZealandAuckland Mayoral candidate home safe after being bloodied and bruised in alleged assault'Doc said no shower till Monday so I'm lobbying the wife about sponge baths.'19 Jun 05:33 AM
New ZealandOff to hospital: Auckland mayoral candidate clashes with 'drunk or drugged' driverLord said there was "one drunk driver down. And I'm not upset about it".18 Jun 06:53 PM
New ZealandSam Fakalago escorted by gang members on way to Auckland burialKing Cobras gang members escorting the body of Sam Fakalago, shot by police in Wellington last week, on his way to burial in Auckland. Video / George BlockWatch16 Jun 01:01 AM
CrimeFocus: Truce called between Killer Beez and TribesmenA truce has been called between rival gangs the Killer Beez and Tribesmen after a three-week blitz of shootings and suspicious fires. Video / NZ HeraldWatch16 Jun 12:47 AM