New ZealandEx-Mongrel Mob gang member previously acquitted of murder sent to prison for violent kidnappingMichael Tristan Ford has an extensive criminal history, the judge noted.27 Apr 11:52 PM
New ZealandHeartbroken Kiwis call for Government to apologise after MIQ court victoryGrounded Kiwis spokeswoman stayed up all night in London, waiting to be vindicated.27 Apr 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Will we see accountability for what the Govt got wrong with MIQ?Govt took credit for what it got right - what about accountability for what it got wrong?27 Apr 05:08 AM
New ZealandHigh Court rules MIQ lottery 'not demonstrably justified'The Government's MIQ system was unfair and some Kiwis were shut out of their country.27 Apr 02:52 AM
CrimeMan accused of murdering woman after $25m business falloutMurder accused Fang Sun blamed Zhong for ruining his life, prosecutors said.26 Apr 04:24 AM
New ZealandFamily bach feud: 'I went through friggin' hell for years... I couldn't just walk away'Sibling who took his brothers to court says he didn't think he would lose.24 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandSpat over kiwifruit growers' rates valuations headed for High CourtValuer General Neill Sullivan is allowed to present evidence in the case.22 Apr 03:50 AM
KahuHigh Court rules against Māori trust that took council to courtTrustees seeking order for FNDC to remove disused pipeline and driveway in Kaitaia.19 Apr 05:00 PM
CrimeMan says he is unjustly in custody and is not who the State claimsNorthland man Jay Maui Wallace says he is not answerable to the State or its courts.19 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandThe man shot dead by police: A dark past and a promise to 'make changes'An associate of Kaoss Price spent some time speaking with him the morning before he died.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandJustice William Young retires from Supreme CourtJustice William Young is retiring from the Supreme Court today.13 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandAlleged prostitute killer can be extradited for trial, court rulesLawyer Tony Ellis has labelled the decision a 'step backwards' for human rights law.13 Apr 02:43 AM
CrimeAnother former Dilworth staffer pleads guilty to 11 counts of historic sex abuseThe man's identity remains suppressed for now.12 Apr 09:58 PM
Crime'Completely unreasonable': MMA champ Dan Hooker on sentence for Fau Vake's killerFau Vake died on May 23, 2021 from injuries sustained in an attack on Symonds St.11 Apr 11:52 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionDecision pending: Westgate developer's $80m-plus claim against councilThe court case has concluded after a long trial over whether services had been delivered.08 Apr 05:30 AM
New ZealandHigh Court rules vaccination mandates for educators and health workers justifiedJustice Francis Cooke said the mandates were justified limitations on NZers' rights.08 Apr 03:10 AM
New ZealandHamilton alleged kidnapping: 'I had a threat against my baby ... it was too risky to call the cops'A woman allegedly kidnapped says she was reluctant to call police out of fear.07 Apr 06:03 AM
New ZealandMan accused of wounding three during Auckland home invasion pleads guiltyHeston Salt had been set to go to trial later this month for attempted murder.07 Apr 01:24 AM
Crime'Not guilty' plea after 25 years: Australia deportee who vanished from NZ in 1997 returns to courtThe man was charged with alleged sexual offending in 1996.06 Apr 01:58 AM
New Zealand'Never be the same': Partner pays tribute to man found dead in Auckland CBDTwo men have pleaded not guilty to manslaughter after Tahana, 29, died.06 Apr 01:10 AM
CrimeMurder charge filed against third man following Auckland barber's death last ChristmasRobin Leota was previously charged with being an accessory to murder after the fact.05 Apr 11:13 PM
New Zealand'It's not going to bring my son back': Families react after survivor admits crash that killed five teens"He's got to pay for what he's done".04 Apr 11:16 PM
New ZealandFamily's heartbreak: She came to NZ for a safer life; she was killed in her own homeThe family of a Colombian woman allegedly murdered in Christchurch speak to the Herald.02 Apr 05:00 PM
RoyalsPrince Andrew and his daughters linked to fraud casePrincesses now dragged into claims of "suspicious" financial deals surrounding the Duke.01 Apr 09:59 PM
New Zealand'Off the wall, unique' hearing to determine if judge's conduct can be investigatedSuch a situation "just doesn't happen in New Zealand", retired law professor says.01 Apr 05:18 AM
Crime'I'm not going!': Court outburst as killer sent to psychiatric facilityMurder defendant Ricky Rafferty was found unfit to stand trial last year.01 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandCourt gives green light to Mt Messenger Bypass but opposition continuesFollowing six years of court battles, the State Highway 3 roading project is set to begin.31 Mar 11:30 PM
Crime'Sting of the century': Entertainer accused of laundering $420k loses name suppression bidAbout 40 people were charged by police as part of Operation Trojan Shield31 Mar 11:15 PM
New ZealandPolice target millions of dollars in gang assetsPolice say a gang member who lost $85,000 in seized assets this week was "small fry".30 Mar 03:30 AM
CrimeMan accused of West Auckland murder was listening to voices in his head - psych reportThe defendant appeared in court via audio-visual link from a psychiatric facility.29 Mar 08:39 PM
CrimeCurfew altered so Brian Tamaki can go on holidayThe Destiny Church leader is accused of attending large gatherings during lockdown.28 Mar 11:15 PM
New ZealandGovt appeals High Court decision on NZDF, police vaccine mandatesThe February decision determined that vaccine mandates were "not demonstrably justified".25 Mar 05:02 AM
CrimeWoman crept into ex-husband's home before knife attack on his new partnerA psychological report has been ordered for Donglan Wu ahead of her sentencing.22 Mar 11:51 PM
New ZealandEpsom double murder: Man who stabbed couple deemed insaneA hearing in June will determine if he should remain at a lockdown psychiatric facility.22 Mar 08:40 PM
