Crime'That boy’s got hope': The tiny gesture that gave a judge hope for a troubled teenJudge Greg Davis met the 15-year-old during a Rangatahi Court session.12 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhat kids who commit serious crimes have in commonHaami Hanara, who was neglected and abused, knifed a man to death when he was 14.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTop NZ businessman falsely accused of being a Russian spyBillionaire forced to go to court to defend his reputation against resurfaced smears.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics500-day wait for a trial ‘too long’: Justice Minister's aim to cut massive court delaysJudicial discretion is in the firing line - are judges getting it wrong?10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWho killed Jane Furlong? Baffling cold case still unsolvedJane Furlong was murdered in 1993; police appeal again for info on those responsible.10 Jan 07:11 AM
CrimeTwo more charged with participating in gang brawl, five months after Head Hunter's deathSeven people now face various charges.09 Jan 09:43 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'He’s been sent to us by God': Disgraced lawyer Chris Harder and his remarkable quest for Pike River justiceFormer barrister Christopher Harder claims Pike River truths have never emerged.06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe ultimate betrayal: Woman's shocking find on husband's phone"This was my husband who had no reason to do this other than to satisfy his own sickness."02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRestorative justice champion gets QSMJenny Saywood was a founding member of Restorative Justice in Whanganui in 1999.29 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWhy Kevin Hart is suing podcaster after ransom claimsThe American comedian has taken a case of extortion against Tasha K.29 Dec 03:48 AM
WorldJail time, lawsuit and apologies after ‘almost naked’ party of Russian elitesThe recent party has provoked a scandal.29 Dec 01:06 AM
WorldMaine bars Trump from presidential ballotIt follows a December ruling by Colorado Supreme Court that booted Trump from its ballot.29 Dec 12:30 AM
PoliticsPolitical Roundup: NZ’s 'most powerful' lawyersThe annual list of New Zealand’s most powerful law figures has just been released.28 Dec 09:50 PM
New Zealand‘Unprofessional and unethical’: GP to pay $48k after using alias to post bad reviewsThe doctor was earlier found guilty of making $30k worth of false ACC claims.21 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandEx-Corrections officer says corruption at Rimutaka Prison widespreadThe guard said she was threatened with the sack when she spoke up.21 Dec 05:36 PM
Crime'Wrong person before the courts:' Animal advocate says owners of dog should be charged, not herThe dog was limping for a year and a half but the animal rescue owner was charged instead.21 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandNZ lawyer hired by Hong Kong tycoon to fight national security chargesActivist Jimmy Lai is charged with violating China-imposed national security law.21 Dec 01:24 AM
New ZealandJames Whakaruru’s killer denied release in Parole Board reviewBenny Haerewa served 12 years for killing his partner's son in Hawke's Bay in 1999.20 Dec 11:17 PM
WorldCourt rules Donald Trump ineligible for White House in ColoradoFirst time in history insurrection has been used to disqualify a presidential candidate.19 Dec 11:39 PM
New ZealandLawyer in Mark Lundy, Scott Guy cases under investigationThe review follows a judge's decision ordering Vanderkolk to pay costs for a court case.19 Dec 09:57 PM
New ZealandConvicted killer of Christchurch teen declined paroleConnor Whitehead, 16, was shot dead at a party in Christchurch in 2021.19 Dec 03:04 AM
New ZealandDrug-trafficking ring allegedly imported meth, cocaine in ready-to-eat meals to NZDrugs arrived in instant noodle packets, car parts and emergency kits.18 Dec 09:08 PM
New ZealandConvicted murderer wins right to have 'lad mags' in prisonThe court has ruled a murderer should have been allowed the magazines while in jail.18 Dec 06:12 AM
New Zealand'It's horrible': Top detective vows to keep searching for Yanfei BaoChristchurch real estate agent was last seen alive on July 19.16 Dec 04:00 PM
Crime'OG' Head Hunter's son forfeits almost $90k, including $20k found in his undiesThe High Court ruled the money was "tainted property" obtained by criminal means.13 Dec 05:00 AM
CrimeMan shot by police had suffered brain damage in Tribesman gang convoy attack months earlierPrison ordered for Kodie Remana, who was shot by police in Grey Lynn standoff.13 Dec 03:58 AM
New ZealandGovt dept apologises for using 'privacy' to avoid questions over Kiri Allan crashInternal Affairs department still will not provide an answer on whether the taxpayer pays.11 Dec 01:06 AM
New Zealand'I’m still alive': Passenger of TikTok killer driver nearly paralysedZane Bullivant implored the driver to stop just before the fatal crash happened.09 Dec 04:40 AM
New ZealandHospitality worker jailed for trail of thefts stretching length of NZDavid Wotherspoon's dishonesty stretched the length of the country.08 Dec 05:00 AM
CrimeFive arrested, cash, meth, taser sezied as part of Killer Beez Southern Swarm stingPolice also busted a cannabis grow op, seizing 61 plans at $5000 in cash in Christchurch.08 Dec 04:39 AM
New Zealand'Unimaginable': Whānau of Harley Shrimpton in 'extreme shock and disbelief'A man has appeared in court after Shrimpton's body was found near Tauranga this week.08 Dec 02:55 AM
New Zealand‘Idealistic’ to think police could have stopped Linwood mosque attackOnce shots were reported at Linwood mosque, it took armed officers only minutes to arrive.08 Dec 01:56 AM
Crime'It's a set up': Pound worker maintains he didn't poison the milkA judge has reserved his decision after the case closed this week.07 Dec 05:00 PM
CrimeRebels kidnapping trial: Guilty verdicts after four-day deliberationThe men were charged with kidnapping and violent offences including firearms.06 Dec 02:45 AM