Crime“She had a smile that lit up the world,” Papatoetoe South School teacher on 'suitcase murder' victim“She had a smile that lit up the world,” longtime Papatoetoe South School teacher Mary Robertson said of the older sibling as she gave evidence in the High Court at Auckland today.Watch10 Sep 03:56 AM
Crime'Beautiful, joyful, bubbling': Teacher, jurors weep remembering young siblings killed by mumSiblings Yuna and Minu Jo were in Years Three and One when they were killed.10 Sep 02:37 AM
Crime'It's war': Teen who thought he was firing at 'enemies' killed his mateChaelim John McCarthy has been on trial for murder. Now the jury has returned a verdict.09 Sep 11:25 PM
CrimeAustralian manslaughter defendant accused of fatal Auckland Airport crash namedThe victim was dropping off his wife at the airport to attend a funeral in Fiji. 09 Sep 10:24 PM
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
