Crime'Vulnerable with men': Woman who inspired ex to kill blames new beau for swindlesA judge was dubious of Sandy Younes' claims that she was merely another victim.03 Apr 08:20 PM
Crime'No footprint': Extent of man's child exploitation offending might never be knownLouis Fleming used sophisticated computer equipment to wipe any trace of his activity. 03 Apr 05:00 AM
CrimeMental health worker's tears as he is cleared of sex abuse charges in speedy verdictThe jury deliberated for less than an hour, finding the man not guilty on 16 charges.03 Apr 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Slurring his words': Man who fatally crashed into speeding motorcyclist had been at pubVictim Richard Chase had just completed a wheelstand when his bike was struck.02 Apr 09:00 PM
CrimeConflicting abuse claims: Judge declines discount for sex offender’s sentenceThe offending destroyed the once-tight family unit.02 Apr 06:02 AM
CrimeMan raped friend's daughter after being welcomed into their home following jail releaseJerry Moka jumped out the window and ran off when his friend confronted him.01 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandFacebook car scammer used stolen vehicles to lead police on high-speed chasesRohinel Prasad used fake bank transfers to trick people into handing over their vehicles. 01 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandProtesters who scaled 15-storey Fonterra building cost dairy giant almost $300kThe activists have now been sentenced for the protest, which saw some abseil the building.01 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandWhat sparked army veteran and ex-policeman’s spiral into criminal offendingSam Sweetman was suffering mentally when he attacked another officer and fled police.31 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandUber driver admits harassment of passenger but denies sex and kidnapping chargesHe has pleaded guilty to criminal harassment and harmful digital posts.30 Mar 09:33 PM
New ZealandEpileptic man who had a seizure while driving, causing a fatal crash, had been told not to driveFaalili Kauri had also stopped taking his medication before he got behind the wheel.30 Mar 06:00 AM
Crime'Toxic misogynistic attitude': Rapist claps from dock at end of victim's statementThe victim described Jordan Tegus as 'an evil, rotten person, without a heart and soul'.30 Mar 05:03 AM
Crime'Trusted him completely': Caregiver sexually abused intellectually disabled teenZeak Smith was supposed to help the girl thrive. He instead exploited her vulnerabilities.29 Mar 07:00 PM
New Zealand'A foreseeable risk': Worker fatally crushed by 1.84-tonne machine being moved into workshopThe 31yo died when he and his colleagues used an ad-hoc method to move the press brake.28 Mar 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Just a way of life': Shoplifting twins say they were raised to steal in order to eatThe 24-year-olds targeted supermarkets across Auckland.27 Mar 08:00 PM
New Zealand'A sadistic and cruel man': Family torn apart by stepfather's physical, sexual violence on kidsThe children's mother has sided with her husband, who still denies any wrongdoing.27 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandCouple used sister's identity, fake birth details in years-long immigration scamHussein Dawood claimed the whole idea was his as he wanted to be with his wife.27 Mar 04:00 AM
TalanoaSamoa PM cleared in conspiracy case over fatal 2021 hit-and-run probeFour of the six accused, including Laaulialemalietoa, were cleared of charges in Apia.27 Mar 03:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandChild snatcher back in jail facing new charge a week after releaseTekuru was jailed in January for taking a toddler from her daycare with sexual intent.25 Mar 06:50 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan AylingJonathan Ayling: A defensible decision can still be a bad oneOPINION: Kiwis must have faith in their institutions and trust the judgments they make.25 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessToy safety clash: Warehouse cops $234k fine over 'dangerous' toyThe retailer says the issue was with packaging images, not the toy's safety.24 Mar 06:08 AM
New ZealandShould man who raped woman when he was 15 be sentenced as a youth or adult?The Supreme Court has decided his sentence needs to be reconsidered in the District Court.24 Mar 06:00 AM
CrimeSerial arsonist who targeted baby boutique jailed after another medication lapseDuring a previous mental health medication lapse, he criminally harassed a radio host.24 Mar 05:06 AM
PremiumPremiumCrimeExclusive: Who is Pork? Decade-long transtasman graffiti mystery solvedHis tags dominated NZ and Australia skylines, but he stayed in the shadows. Not anymore.24 Mar 01:59 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBuilders, bankruptcies in crosshairs after family's six-year 'nightmare'A family made a builder sign a personal guarantee but they still can't get their money.23 Mar 04:00 PM
Super Rugby'You take the rap': Cops find $12k in stolen Highlanders mouthguards in Auckland flatThe devices, worth nearly $12,000, were part of a $40,000 haul from a van.23 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFrom Rotorua to the bench: Two local lawyers step up as District Court judgesPrue McGuire returns to Palmerston North, where she began law in 1992.23 Mar 02:20 AM
New ZealandParents prosecuted after baby tests positive for meth, brother's teeth rotten almost to the gumsSocial workers got a 'place of safety' warrant, which allowed them to remove the children.22 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandKarl Truell, the prolific graffiti tagger "Pork" outedKarl Truell, aka ‘Pork’ talks to court reporter Craig Kapitan outside the Auckland District Court after his sentencing. Video / Jason DordayWatch21 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandShort mosque shooting video was a teen's entry ticket to a world of sickening extremism onlineBeing an 'edge lord' online gave Ronndog Keefe a status he could not find in real life.21 Mar 09:06 PM
PremiumPremiumCrimeAussie-raised recidivist armed robber found with 'arsenal' after deportation to NZThe bumbling crim had no memory of NZ when arrived, age 56. The adjustment didn't go well.21 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandHeroin addict asks judge for longer sentence after selling to woman who died from overdoseThe 25-year-old had previously suffered an overdose himself.21 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandProbation officer stabbed in head and chest in NZ's worst attack of its kindTaylor Broughton had a flick knife in his pocket when he met with his probation officer.20 Mar 10:00 PM
CrimeGrieving parents divided as drunk-driver nephew sentenced over teen’s death“This is costing me my family, not just my baby.”20 Mar 07:00 AM
