New ZealandWoman who drove drunk, kicked police officer walks from court with clean slateA mix of shock, upset and alcohol was behind her impulsive decision to drive home.21 Feb 11:11 PM
New ZealandAl fresco justice: Gisborne court operates outside following Cyclone GabrielleThe outdoor hearings ran 'without a hitch', the Chief District Court Judge said.21 Feb 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Conned' on his final day after nearly 28 years as a JudgeJudge retires after more than 21 years on the bench.20 Feb 05:51 PM
New Zealand'Something needs to be done to re-programme you': 'Danger to women' back behind barsThree women have protection orders out against the 22-year-old.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSquatter found with drugs, a shotgun and ammunition in remote mountain valley homeThe squatter 'pestered friend' for the gun in order to shoot goats, he said.20 Feb 07:10 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Reshuffle and AVL allows courts to reopen in HastingsJury trials were called off and could be affected into next month.20 Feb 01:05 AM
New Zealand'Rock bottom': Man living in car creates fake profiles in insurance scam, fetching him $27kLiving in their cars, the fraud was committed to support the man's family, it was heard.17 Feb 06:11 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionInsolvent developer proposed $250/week payment over 5 yearsCourt approves scheme to repay debt one lawyer says is $2 million.17 Feb 04:32 AM
New ZealandMan to be extradited for alleged machete attack in AustraliaThe alleged offending occurred in a drug deal gone wrong.16 Feb 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Gross breach of trust': Former scoutmaster jailed for sex abuse of boysHe was considered a 'father figure' to his victims, the court heard.15 Feb 05:37 AM
New ZealandWoman confronts man who sexually abused her as a childHe told her it was their "little secret" and would often buy her McDonalds aftward.15 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandSmashed over the head with pot plant for cigaretteBackpacker lost two teeth and suffered a broken eye socket in the violent attack.14 Feb 05:43 PM
CrimeCigarette heist: Trio aged 13, 14 and 16 charged with violent robbery after stolen car spikedA stolen vehicle was eventually stopped with road spikes.14 Feb 02:01 AM
CrimeMan accused of escaping prison van taken to hospital after police dog used during arrestThree men are accused of fleeing a prison transport van along an Auckland motorway.13 Feb 11:58 PM
CrimeThree Mt Eden prisoners charged with dramatic motorway escape, but remain at-largeThe men vanished on Friday while being transported to Mt Eden prison.13 Feb 12:44 AM
Crime'Helen Clark' MDMA scheme: Prison ordered for Gisborne man caught importing $500k ecstasy haulDefendant sentenced to prison after appearing today in the Auckland District Court.10 Feb 06:14 AM
New ZealandDocuments allegedly held by builder may hold clues to cost blowout on new homeCouple take builder to court to release documents they claim would prove they were misled.10 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandThief blames gang after being caught with stolen meat and quad bikeThe thief told police he had been kidnapped by gang members.10 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandShip to shore: Marine companies fined for failing to report ship welder's burnsCompanies can pay dearly for failing to tell Maritime NZ of worker burned while welding.10 Feb 03:55 AM
CrimeSentencing: Porn addict accidentally sent child abuse images to acquaintance, spurring police search warrantThe man was joined in court by his pastor and other supporters.10 Feb 02:21 AM
New ZealandDrugs, cash, guns and luxury cars: What police found during cannabis raidThe man claimed the drugs were for his own use. The judge wasn't buying it.09 Feb 07:00 AM
New ZealandZac Guildford caught breaching home detention by smoking potEx-boss is 'proud' of what former All Black has achieved, a 'bit of pot' is minor.08 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandOwner barred: Man prosecuted by SPCA after puppy left with severe injuriesThe puppy, named Knuckles, was found with multiple fractures by SPCA inspectors.08 Feb 05:57 AM
CrimeMelee outside court: Boxing Day kidnap accused now charged with manslaughterJovan Pora has been in jail since December, charged with kidnapping.07 Feb 09:54 PM
New ZealandShopping errand for wife ends in tragedy: Cyclist dies after driver opened car doorMan sentenced over death of cyclist vows to improve safety for cyclists and drivers.07 Feb 05:50 PM
New ZealandDelays add to trauma for family of bus crash victim Hannah FrancisThe family of a girl who died in a bus crash on Mt Ruapehu are concerned by delays.04 Feb 05:00 PM
TechnologyMusk makes surprise appearance as Tesla tweet trial wraps upMusk is accused of misleading investors with his usage of Twitter for a Tesla buyout.03 Feb 06:45 PM
New ZealandA 501 deportee says he was turning a new leaf in NZ. Then all hell broke looseDeportee 'wanted the drama to stop' after repeated visits from Mongrel Mob.03 Feb 04:01 PM
New ZealandElderly man injured by neighbour who thought he was breaking into his homeThe 78-year-old needed surgery after his leg was broken at the hip.03 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I will kill you': Teen sexually assaults young girl in public bathroomThe girl managed to call 111 but the teen took her phone and assaulted her.03 Feb 02:49 AM
New ZealandOnce upon a time: Burglar rests in victim's bed, eats their Weetbix, wears their underwearReminiscent of the Goldilocks tale, the intruder helped himself to the victims' home.02 Feb 06:00 AM
CrimeChristmas Day sword death: Man pleads not guilty to assault, Crown undecided on more serious chargeProsecutors don't yet know if the charge will be upgraded to reflect a homicide.02 Feb 03:13 AM
New ZealandJury debating: Did tattoo artist sexually abuse clients or was he the victim of smear campaign?Shaky Pete allegedly abused his clients.02 Feb 12:52 AM
New ZealandHigh-profile radio host charged with drink-driving more than triple the limitThe well-known host is alleged to have blown nearly four times the legal limit.01 Feb 11:33 PM
