New ZealandTeen stepmum bids to halve jail term for 'defenceless' toddler's deathJessica Mulford's lawyer claimed the original sentence was manifestly excessive.09 Sep 07:00 AM
New ZealandLeading entertainment figure named for sex crimes against babysitterThe Supreme Court has dismissed music promoter Pato Alvarez’s appeal. 09 Sep 05:26 AM
Crime'Descent into hell': Dark details released as mum admits killing childrenThe Crown says Hakyung Lee didn't act insane as she fled to Korea in business class. 09 Sep 04:54 AM
WellingtonFatal hostel blaze victim's final moments played to courtThe 111 call made by Liam Hockings was played to the jury this morning.08 Sep 11:45 PM
CrimeBodies in suitcase trial: Insanity defence announced as trial begins for mum accused of killing kidsThe bodies were discovered by a family who won an abandoned storage unit auction.07 Sep 09:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Potentially lethal': Police recruits taught unapproved arrest tactic for three yearsPolice bosses only became aware after the technique was used on parliamentary protesters.07 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not an item of cutlery': Driver claims 12cm hunting knife was for cutting pizzaA man said he was entitled to carry a hunting knife to defend himself, and cut his pizza.06 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandNeighbourly spat ends up in court after farmer dug trench in neighbour's drive during floodingThe trench left the driveway inoperable, leaving neighbours unable to leave.05 Sep 11:00 PM
CrimeJulia DeLuney jailed for 18 years for murdering her mother in Khandallah attackShe struck her mother around the head with an object several times. Her motive was money.05 Sep 04:19 AM
New ZealandGangs, meth and a murder trial: Why a key Crown witness rethought her loyalty to Mob bossWilliams is accused of shooting Ryan Woodford at point-blank range.05 Sep 02:00 AM
CrimeMurder defendant named: Suppression lifts for woman after Black Power member's deathSelwyn Robson was given a full gang funeral in May. 04 Sep 11:58 PM
New Zealand'Manifestly inadequate:' Defence Force appeals attempted spy’s 2-year sentence NZ's first convicted attempted spy could end up in civilian prison if appeal succeeds. 04 Sep 11:48 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonKiller daughter to be sentenced: What did the jury know?The Herald breaks down the key points from the Khandallah trial that led to the verdict.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Unsustainable caseloads': Chief Justice laments too few judges, not enough courtsCriminal trials are becoming longer and more complex, now lasting more than three weeks.04 Sep 12:20 AM
Wellington'Voices told him to burn': Loafers Lodge murder-accused had previous attempted arson convictionHe does not dispute lighting the fire that killed five people.03 Sep 04:58 AM
New Zealand'I stand here broken': Mum confronts attacker who stabbed her and toddler, then killed baby'Sometimes my body burns and it feels like I am fading away into death.'03 Sep 04:00 AM
WellingtonAccused killer fled mental health care in Auckland weeks before lighting deadly fireThe first psychiatrist has given his opinion in the case.03 Sep 12:09 AM
CrimeConstruction cartel: Secret Auckland company admits bid corruptionThe admission of guilt comes eight months after co-defendant MaxBuild was sentenced. 02 Sep 09:19 PM
New ZealandKiwi musician who abused ex has convictions set aside, granted permanent suppressionThe man claimed he earned just $3199 in the last year and had just $8000 in savings. 02 Sep 05:41 AM
BusinessGovt 'sorting' issue that halted Port of Tauranga expansion consenting - BishopThe project's fast-track process was halted by a judicial review due to a scope issue.02 Sep 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly brutal': Councillors react to quick bridge demolition planThe capital's 33m City to Sea bridge no longer meets earthquake standards. 01 Sep 08:44 PM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge trial: CCTV shows accused before fatal fireA High Court jury viewed CCTV footage of the murder accused in the Loafers Lodge trial.Watch01 Sep 04:32 AM
CrimeNZ fraudster loses US extradition battle over 400kg Hells Angels cocaine plotHe says he didn't know the drugs would go through US, despite undercover agent's accent.01 Sep 02:35 AM
New ZealandInmate launches court battle after being denied meds and free hearing aid batteriesLance Lee says he shouldn't have to buy his own batteries, even at a discounted price.30 Aug 10:00 PM
Crime'It’s not their fault:' Children of man mauled to death say he wouldn't blame the dogs'If they were brought up with good people, they probably would have been good dogs.'30 Aug 08:46 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Unusual twists and turns’: Zuru nappy trial concludesMonth-long nappy trial closes as Zuru claims the case of stolen Treasures has been proven.30 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandCCTV footage shows man accused of deadly Loafers Lodge blaze light fireA 50-year-old man, who has name suppression, is accused of murdering five people.29 Aug 07:30 AM
Crime'I'm dead, I'm dead': Father terrified after merging into gang convoy, sparking rageThe group was en route to a park where they allegedly murdered a Head Hunters member.29 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandEstate agent Yanfei Bao's killer appeals conviction and sentenceA date is yet to be set for any hearings on the matter. 29 Aug 01:10 AM
New ZealandAccidental or deliberate omission? Port's extension plans halted over act's wordingA Port of Tauranga expansion bid stalls in the face of a judicial review.28 Aug 06:44 AM
WellingtonWatch: The moment fatal Loafers Lodge fire discovered by residentsA 111 call played to the jury was so distressing the witness was taken out of the room.28 Aug 05:37 AM
WellingtonDaughter fatally ran over mother who tried to stop her drink-drivingShe received 11 months home detention and a two-year driving ban.28 Aug 12:27 AM
New ZealandMan accused of Whangārei park murder dies while awaiting trialDuwaine Johnstone, 63, was accused of murdering Yvonne Chapman in Whangārei.27 Aug 07:02 AM
WellingtonWatch: Man jumps from fourth storey to escape burning hostel, video shown to juryResidents have described their efforts to escape the inferno at Loafers Lodge.27 Aug 07:00 AM
