New ZealandMurderer fell for prison guardA murderer serving a life sentence at Auckland Prison in Paremoremo developed such an infatuation for a Corrections officer he had her name tattooed across his chest.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandGang member's identity kept a secretAn Auckland man facing a raft of drugs, weapons and money laundering charges appeared in court this morning for a bail application.03 Aug 11:31 PM
New ZealandPeters defends view on Lotu-IigaWinston Peters has defended embattled Corrections Minister Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga, saying he is partly qualified for the job because he is Samoan.02 Aug 07:19 PM
New ZealandCrowds gather for prison protestA crowd of about 100 protesters have gathered outside Auckand's Mt Eden Corrections Facility today against the privitisation of jails.31 Jul 11:21 PM
New ZealandSerco could still deliver social servicesA Corrections Department management team has taken over the day to day running of the prison for the immediate future.27 Jul 11:31 PM
New ZealandPrisoners 'smashed' their way outNew claims have emerged of unrest at another jail soon after scandal engulfed Mt Eden prison.26 Jul 09:55 PM
New ZealandSerco could lose Mt Eden contractJohn Key says there will be serious consequences for Serco if they are found to not be meeting obligations.26 Jul 07:54 PM
New ZealandPrisoner suing Serco-run Mt Eden prisonA prisoner, who was so badly beaten he sustained serious brain injuries, is taking Serco to court in a private prosecution - the first of its kind in New Zealand.25 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandKey warns of 'serious consequences'The Prime Minister says there will be serious consequences for Serco if they are found to not be meeting obligations at Mt Eden Correctional Facility.24 Jul 11:06 PM
New ZealandEx-con: Jail economy rife in Mt EdenA former Mt Eden inmate reveals tobacco and drugs are regularly available, and shows David Fisher how they are smuggled in.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore heat for Serco over new injuryCorrections Minister Sam Lotu-Iiga denies the takeover indicates a loss of confidence in operator.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCorrections takes over troubled jailMinister says Government team is stepping in to run Mt Eden prison, after private firm rocked by allegations of violence.24 Jul 03:30 AM
New ZealandFresh case of prisoner injury surfacesCorrections Minister Sam Lotu-Iiga was under renewed pressure last night after a fresh case of violence was reported from the Serco-run Mt Eden Correctional Facility.23 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGrandfather of inmate top National aideThe inmate whose death is at the centre of a prison violence scandal is the grandson of a National Party stalwart who died just weeks later.23 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionToby ManhireToby Manhire: When words aren't enoughThe Corrections Minister's statements are all well and good but the seriousness of prison claims requires a harder line, writes Toby Manhire.23 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSerco lockdown sparks court backlogFaced with a growing backlog in the already overloaded justice system, a frustrated judge has criticised Serco's Mt Eden prison for not doing its job.23 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSerco hit with more injury allegationsCorrections chief executive Ray Smith revealed a new case of a prisoner being injured at the privately-run Mt Eden Correctional Facility.23 Jul 06:25 AM
New ZealandSerco breached contract in the pastSerco has been fined $300,000 in the last year for breaching its contract with the Government, the Corrections Minister revealed this afternoon.23 Jul 02:49 AM
New ZealandSerco hauled before ministerUnder-fire Corrections Minister Sam Lotu-Iiga has hauled in prison operator Serco for an urgent meeting today.22 Jul 08:41 PM
New ZealandMinister defends himself over prison deathEmbattled Corrections Minister Sam Lotu-Iiga is defending his handling of the controversial death of a prisoner at a privately-run prison.22 Jul 07:41 AM
New ZealandCall for Lotu-Iiga to resign over 'dropping'Labour MP Kelvin Davis says the Corrections Minister has lost control of his department.22 Jul 05:24 AM
New ZealandPrison investigation to be launched“This behaviour of prisoners is unacceptable," said Corrections Minister Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga.19 Jul 03:30 AM
New ZealandInmates' banned behaviour under close watchThe Corrections Minister has announced a "robust and thorough" review over footage of inmates engaging in banned behaviour in New Zealand prisons.18 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ prison guards to wear body camerasNew wearable cameras and stab-resistant body armour will be introduced for prison guards, the Corrections Minister announced today.24 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandMotel death: Teens appear in High CourtTwo teenagers accused of the murder of a man in an Auckland motel have appeared in the High Court.09 Jun 11:23 PM
New ZealandGovernment extends escape inquiryA Government inquiry into the escape of convicted murderer and paedophile Phillip John Smith has been extended.04 Jun 12:30 AM
New ZealandScott Watson may meet journalistConvicted double murderer Scott Watson has won a court battle which could allow him to meet a journalist behind bars and break his 17-year silence.03 Jun 10:50 PM
OpinionJarrod Gilbert: Looking beneath surface key to redirecting life of crimeIf we are to reduce reoffending, and thereby create fewer victims, crime must often be viewed not as the problem but as a symptom of a problem, writes Jarrod Gilbert.03 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFirst pic of Scott Watson in 17 yearsAfter a full day hearing, a judge has reserved her decision as to whether convicted double murderer Scott Watson can meet a journalist.20 May 03:32 AM
New ZealandScott Watson returns to courtConvicted double murderer Scott Watson says after 17 years of silence he now wants the opportunity to speak about his perceived miscarriage of justice.19 May 07:35 PM
New ZealandPrison's overflowing sewerAuckland Prison has apologised to its neighbours at Paremoremo for an overflowing sewer that has caused a stench sporadically for years.18 May 09:41 PM
New ZealandLabour condemns corrections job cutsLabour have condemned the restructuring of the corrections system which will see almost 200 jobs cut.15 May 01:57 AM
