New ZealandViolence charges dropped for well-known man after restorative huiJudge John Bergseng granted the man permanent name suppression.03 Sep 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Never seen anything like it': Surge in 'disturbing' and sadistic pet abuse casesA violent partner dragged a dog behind car, another kicked a pet to death.30 Aug 05:00 PM
Crime501 who shot mate's attacker in the gut says he was provoked, but judge disagreesShortly after fleeing a group of masked men, Edward Sasulu returned with a shotgun.24 Aug 04:26 AM
CrimeWoman demonstrated strangulation on video weeks before her alleged murderJurors watched the video, as well as a follow-up in which she recanted the accusation.19 Aug 06:00 AM
Crime'Toxic and volatile relationship' preceded fatal beating, Crown alleges at murder trialBut her intoxication and history of seizures suggest she simply fell, the defence says.18 Aug 07:49 AM
New ZealandCorrections flouts judge's order for details of offender's 'very sad' historyCorrections says it told the judge it couldn't provide the report he requested.10 Aug 01:00 AM
New Zealand'I thought I was going to die': Man drove into ex, pinning her between car and retaining wallJudge: Chad Erueti has 'an unimpressive history of violence' and needed to be jailed.01 Aug 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Tired and overwhelmed' teen father breaks newborn's ribs, bruises his face and bodyHe was heard telling the baby to 'shut up' and 'go to f***ing sleep'.31 Jul 08:00 AM
Crime'A monster': Woman discovered abusive husband had been secretly recording herShe was forced to send the man photos proving her whereabouts.27 Jul 02:00 AM
New Zealand'I felt physically ill': Woman learns ex charged with domestic violence is on dating appThe woman wants alleged abusers to face bail conditions barring them from dating apps. 20 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Sex monster' continues to minimise 18 years of rape, violence, sadism of two partnersAllan Rosewarne is now eligible for parole but remains behind bars. 20 Jul 04:00 AM
New Zealand'He's been made to look like a monster': Grieving Mongrel Mobster mum's heartacheCouple at centre of case had a volatile relationship often plagued by physical assaults.18 Jul 06:47 AM
Crime'You should know better': Grandmother jailed for trying to derail son's family violence case'Outrageous conduct:' Mayleen Tuhiwai pressured her son's victim to change her statement.15 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandWoman tied to a pole and gagged during 100 assaults from partnerCourt of Appeal upholds jail term of three years and two months.14 Jul 05:00 AM
World‘Honour’ murder: Father kills daughter over TikTok accountThe family tried to portray the murder as a suicide in Rawalpindi.11 Jul 07:51 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate "serious firearms incident" in Chartwell, Hamilton.Police maintain a visible presence as they investigate a serious firearms incident in Chartwell, Hamilton, this evening. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Jul 03:47 PM
BusinessKidsCan founder on how an abusive relationship shaped her empathyDame Julie Chapman's experiences led to her endeavours to help others. 02 Jul 07:00 PM
Herald NOWNot just family violence: New report highlights NZ femicide crisisA report reveals systemic, preventable violence against women and girls, urging recognition of femicide as a crisisWatch30 Jun 07:54 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate homicide in ŌtāhuhuA person has suffered critical injuries following an assault at an accommodation block on Beatty Ave in Ōtāhuhu. Video / NZ HeraldWatch29 Jun 04:35 PM
PoliticsMinister ditches agency's Māori name, forming new group instead of ‘Māori-only one’ She wants the group to represent more than just Māori.27 Jun 12:56 AM
New ZealandWoman put in a kennel, suffers miscarriage in meth-fuelled family violence ordealThe woman also suffered wounds to the bone caused by her partner, Joel Leef.13 Jun 03:39 AM
New Zealand'I will never forgive you': Young mum's words to brother-in-law who abused her for yearsThe man has now been jailed and will be deported upon his release. 12 Jun 07:39 AM
New ZealandMan jailed for 'campaign of violence and terror' against pregnant partner, children'You have caused trauma that will never be erased.'11 Jun 08:00 AM
New ZealandMan admits New Year's Day murder of baby, violent attack on two othersThe infant was killed at a home in Hamilton on January 1 this year.09 Jun 11:26 PM
CrimeGangster altered ankle bracelet to look like he was at home while running drugs, 3D gunsHe was given mercy after a coordinated prison attack left him with possible brain damage.08 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOur 'most under-reported crime’'If you ask a male whether they’ve been sexually abused, they’ll say no.'06 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'It's all made up': Man in BDSM relationship shuts down rape claimsA judge said the couple’s relationship could be considered 'outside the norm or even odd'.05 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandBDSM relationship examined in rape, assault case where 'safe word' allegedly ignoredWoman accused of making up the allegations after her partner allegedly cheated on her. 03 Jun 05:17 AM
RoyalsKing’s Service Medal for Men Against Violence group co-founder Tim MarshallTauawhi leader recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours. 01 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandEarly prison release for man with 168 convictions and 'high risk' of violenceThe recidivist offender will have to wear an ankle bracelet when he gets out.30 May 08:00 AM
New Zealand'She's not your rehab': Man runs down partner, denies her medical treatment'In traditional Māori society, we don’t treat women as our punching bags,' says judge.29 May 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsInside the drop in violent crime: A return to crime patterns ... under Labour?The current trend in falling violent crime is consistent with the trend from 2018-2022.26 May 11:00 PM
New Zealand'You're being jacked': 501 exiled for armed kidnappings, carjacking and home invasionFalefitu Alapati Toatoalei has lived in Australia for 27 years. Now he's being deported.25 May 08:00 AM
Crime'Heartbroken': Father jailed after breaking baby's leg, arms, ribs and skullThe 22-year-old initially tried to claim his 3-month-old son had fallen off the bed.20 May 08:00 AM
