CrimeRaised by the Mob: Judge cites upbringing, declines max sentence for brutal attackAfter a violent childhood, Zacquirin Tikena-Stuchbery grew up to inflict pain on others.27 May 12:38 AM
CrimeJudge concerned jail will entrench teen's criminal behaviour and gang linksA judge reluctantly jailed a teen robber, fearing he will be more antisocial on release.26 May 03:12 AM
New ZealandMurder defendant followed business partner but insisted he had no motive to killFang Sun spoke with police as they searched his home, jurors learned.26 May 02:45 AM
CrimeReligious extremism blamed for attempted murder of popular radio hostHarnek Singh was stabbed 40 times in his Wattle Downs driveway.25 May 10:06 PM
New ZealandFormer Dilworth student says teacher chased him after fleeing sexual abuseLeonard Cave, a former music teacher at Dilworth, has pleaded not guilty.25 May 02:01 AM
New Zealand'Strong scientific support': DNA found on slain businesswoman belonged to murder defendantElizabeth Zhong had a strained business relationship with Fang Sun, on trial for murder.24 May 04:53 AM
New ZealandDilworth School staff member told student his alleged abuser was 'great guy''The school knew about it and chose to ignore it,' a sister of complainant tells court.24 May 04:12 AM
New ZealandDilworth students complained about sex abuse but no action taken, court hearsLeonard Cave, from Whanganui, has pleaded not guilty to 14 charges.23 May 02:54 AM
New ZealandJudge tells drug dealer to hand over $244,000Operation busted after Christmas Day family harm callout.22 May 10:01 PM
New ZealandPodiatrist who deformed patients suspended from surgery but can continue practisingPodiatrist Stefan Edwards is allowed to continue treating patients but not with surgery.20 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandHammer attack murderer sentenced to 18 years' jail, was on bail at timeMan who killed wife's new partner was on bail subject to protection order,trespass notice.19 May 11:23 PM
New ZealandCocaine smuggling bust: Colombians face lengthy wait for trialCharges relating to bringing 50kg of the drug to NZ have been denied.19 May 10:48 PM
New ZealandForesters mull appeal against Wairoa rates decision"We believe we have good grounds for an appeal," NZ Forest Owners Association says.19 May 06:03 PM
CrimeElizabeth Zhong homicide: Pathologist reviews slain businesswoman's injuriesFang Sun is on trial for murder in the High Court at Auckland.19 May 04:54 AM
Crime10 years: Documents show maximum Megaupload sentenceDetails emerge of charges faced by Megaupload pair in extradition deal.18 May 11:05 PM
New ZealandMurder accused to appear next in Northland court, police appeal for informationTwo charges have been laid: murder involving a firearm & unlawful possession of a firearm.17 May 11:47 PM
CrimeTeens accused of fatal hit-and-run in Auckland CBD plead not guilty; victim namedPedestrian Connor Boyd, 18, died last month.17 May 10:08 PM
CrimeNeighbours saw man in 'disguise' on day businesswoman's body found in bootAuthorities allege Fang Sun stabbed his ex-business partner to death in her bedroom.17 May 12:40 AM
New Zealand'Treated differently because of my sexuality': Theology studentRussell Hoban says religion can enable people a free hate pass to say what they want.14 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPI hired to tail businesswoman recalls growing unease on day her body was foundPI Jimmy Jin tampered with the vehicle where Zhong's body was later found.13 May 12:36 AM
New ZealandWellington Airport drops legal action over pedestrian crossingAirport boss says prolonged legal action won't benefit anyone.12 May 11:57 PM
New ZealandTribesmen MC gang associate admits 'logistics' role in meth dealing operationHis jobs included counting $10,000 bundles of cash and booking travel.12 May 10:25 PM
New ZealandFormer Police detective testifies at Elizabeth Zhong trialFormer New Zealand Police detective turned private investigator Jimmy Jin testifying in the High Court at the Auckland murder trial of Fang Sun. Video / Supplied / NewshubWatch12 May 10:13 PM
CrimeEx-cop turned PI says he illegally tailed businesswoman for defendant prior to grisly slaying'He said many times that Ms Zhong had ruined his life.'12 May 04:58 AM
CrimeDriver who fired shots during police chase 'a changed man' in tearful court appearanceNorthland man has been jailed for firing a gun in the air during a police pursuit.11 May 08:20 PM
CrimeHoliday home manager recalls 'strange' booking on week of businesswoman's deathA witness said Fang Sun described three people he wanted dead.11 May 02:54 AM
New ZealandMan admits four South Auckland drive-by shootings in five daysMichael Crawford also pleaded guilty to having explosives, AK-47-type rifle: no one hurt.10 May 11:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAnalysis: A deal for Kim Dotcom - how the Megaupload case endsDavid Fisher has covered the case from the beginning and asks: Will Kim Dotcom cut a deal?10 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandWhangārei man sentenced to preventive detention for attack on his partnerTawhai spent much of his adulthood in custody but did little to address his offending.10 May 02:43 AM
New Zealand'He's trying to suffocate me': Slain businesswoman's words read in court'Court won't kill you, but they will,' Fang Sun allegedly said of his gang connections.10 May 12:06 AM
New ZealandBusinesswoman was beset with gambling losses, debts prior to violent deathThe defendant had accused Elizabeth Zhong of misappropriating more than $4 million.09 May 04:13 AM
Crime'I will kill your family': Slain businesswoman's ex-husband recalls threat and own arrestFang Sun is accused of murdering business partner Elizabeth Zhong.06 May 04:19 AM
New Zealand'Fall from grace': 'Storeman' of large drug syndicate jailedPeter Dong Hae Kim's offending was a shock to those who knew him.06 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandNamed: Man charged with murder of carer was her boarderThe killing shocked the quiet Christchurch street on which she lived.05 May 10:00 PM
