New ZealandQuestions over killer doctor Venod Skantha's sudden deathNo assessment risk for the killer of Amber-Rose Rush before his suspected suicide.15 Apr 05:58 PM
New ZealandNews and mail: Why Christchurch mosque terrorist wanted judicial reviewThe mosque shooter has complained about mail access and 'terrorist entity' label.14 Apr 10:42 PM
New ZealandChristchurch terrorist in court today for fresh legal challengeThe mosque shooter will represent himself in court today.14 Apr 06:42 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuHawke's Bay prison inmates to defend kapa haka titleAll 18 prisons in New Zealand will be invited to perform kapa haka for judges.14 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandPrison guard dies during fitness testThe physical readiness assessment has been temporarily suspended after the death.08 Apr 01:29 AM
New ZealandGang enforcer will do his time for bashing prospectHirini Te Runa's early release has been cancelled after he "conditioned" a cellmate.07 Apr 06:16 PM
KahuWaikeria Prison protesters file civil rights claims'We will not allow them to hide behind this racist system ... keeps Māori at the bottom.'31 Mar 03:04 AM
New ZealandParemoremo stabbing: Victim serious but stable; investigation ongoingThe prisoner was initially critically injured but has improved slightly overnight.30 Mar 08:44 PM
New ZealandViolent incident: Alleged attack at Auckland Prison, ParemoremoA person has been attacked at the country's toughest jail.29 Mar 10:44 PM
New ZealandJudge tells mistreated prisoner 'you have suffered enough'Mihi Bassett attempted suicide after she was subjected to 'cruel, degrading' treatment.22 Mar 06:09 AM
New ZealandCorrections Minister orders urgent overhaul, review of women's prisonsCorrections under scrutiny after accusations of 'cruel and inhumane' treatment.22 Mar 04:50 AM
New ZealandRSA triple killer William Bell loses appeal after alleged hostage planWilliam Bell loses appeal after alleged plan to take female prison guard hostage.11 Mar 05:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWomen prisoners: 'Hear our voices'Opinion: Incarcerated women are among the most disadvantaged in our society.08 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandWoman dies at Auckland women's prison in WiriDeath due to 'natural causes as a result of a pre-existing medical condition' - jail boss.07 Mar 08:28 PM
New ZealandPrison within a prison: Secret $3m unit to hold Christchurch mosque shooterMosque shooter and two violent criminals are locked up in a "prison within a prison".06 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Gentle giant' attacked in prison as he slept has died, homicide inquiry begins'He was attacked in his sleep, he didn't stand a chance,' says grieving sister.24 Feb 08:22 PM
New ZealandInmate facing minor charges may die after brutal attack while he sleptAn inmate beaten as he slept in his cell at Manawatu Prison may not survive his injuries15 Feb 10:34 PM
New ZealandWaikeria facing phone faultsWaikeria reviews given deadlines, but concerns raised about impartiality.03 Feb 03:30 AM
CrimeWaikeria prison riot: 17 inmates chargedSlew of charges against more than a dozen men after Waikeria chaos.27 Jan 08:42 PM
New ZealandConvicted double murderer recalled to prison after alleged reoffendingLeith Rex Ray is fighting a charge of threatening behaviour to a woman in Hamilton.21 Jan 10:48 PM
New ZealandHerald journalist's book banned from prisonsInmate gearing up to fight Corrections over the decision.17 Jan 10:36 PM
New ZealandChristchurch mosque shootings: Corrections consulted international experts on managing gunmanHe will be "managed under the most stringent custodial regime we have ever developed."16 Jan 06:19 AM
New ZealandPrison rampage aftermath: Inmate numbers jumpMuster numbers jump at a bad time, but some long-delayed beds might finally be ready soon.12 Jan 03:50 AM
CrimeWaikeria riot reverberates as dust settles and clean-up bill loomsHostage expert's call for impartial review wins support after Waikeria prison chaos.06 Jan 02:45 AM
New ZealandWhat was it like inside Waikeria Prison before the riot?Waikeria Prison opened in 1911 near Te Awamutu.04 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandExclusive: Aerial photos reveal extent of Waikeria Prison destructionThe protests have left the prison in an "unusable" state.04 Jan 01:20 AM
New ZealandInvestigation into Waikeria Prison uprising could take monthsThe top jail at Waikeria Prison is now being treated as a crime scene.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPrison chaos: Waikeria riot biggest in decadesWaikeria's jail unrest was prolonged, but resolved peacefully - unlike some past riots.03 Jan 05:17 AM
New ZealandWaikeria uprising: Prisoners were terrified as roof 'dripped down''They could literally see the whole prison burning around them.'03 Jan 04:46 AM
KahuPrison riot - 'There is no excuse for the things these men have done'Ombudsman's August 2020 report found some conditions failed to meet minimum UN standards.03 Jan 02:23 AM
New Zealand'Committing 'reckless criminal acts': Davis reveals Waikeria siege detailsDavis said prisoners put Corrections staff and emergency services in danger.03 Jan 12:47 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly volatile': Fears Waikeria prison roof will collapse, 'tensions in group' rise"We know that there are tensions between members of the group."02 Jan 09:52 PM
New ZealandWaikeria uprising: Amnesty International warns against using forceThe human rights group is calling on minister to ensure force isn't used to end standoff.02 Jan 07:57 PM
New ZealandWaikeria uprising: Ex-hostage negotiator says it is 'unthinkable' stand-off endures"Never lie. Once you tell a lie, you have lost all credibility," expert says.02 Jan 07:30 AM
