New ZealandWoman felt 'taken advantage of' by doctor accused of unnecessary anal examsSix witnesses spoke today about their experience of the alleged misconduct.03 Nov 03:00 AM
CrimeClosing arguments made in High Court rape trialDefence says: 'She didn't want to go and that's why she didn't go.'03 Nov 02:50 AM
New ZealandMan denies raping woman in Auckland motel'She froze. She tried to block out what was happening.'02 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandFirms fined after workers suffer chemical burns at galvanising plantThe judge said the injuries could have been easily avoided by gloves being supplied.01 Nov 10:44 PM
New ZealandHorror stabbing scene outlined to juryAfter blood-curdling screams described, jurors shown homicide scene images.01 Nov 08:05 PM
New ZealandReferendum results: PM explains why she said yes to cannabis reformJacinda Ardern said her vote was a personal vote.31 Oct 04:29 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Andrew Little reacts to referendum results30 October 2020. Justice Minister Andrew Little said voters had spoken and were “uncomfortable" with legalisation of cannabis. Video / RNZWatch30 Oct 02:52 AM
OpinionBarry SoperSoper: Spark of hope remains for cannabis legalisationOPINION: Barry Soper on what it would take to overturn today's cannabis vote.30 Oct 01:42 AM
PoliticsCannabis legalisation rejected - will special votes overturn result?The official result won't be known until November 6.30 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandDog breeder receives death threats amid SPCA prosecutionPolice are aware of concerning social media posts and ask people to report any more.29 Oct 11:58 PM
New Zealand'A liar, a coward, a monster': Mum's message to baby killerMum: 'The world around me was spinning out of control. I just had to get to my son.'29 Oct 09:39 PM
New ZealandChristchurch terrorist's lawyer ordered to pay $13k for talking to mediaRichard Peters was the first lawyer to represent Brenton Tarrant as the duty solicitor.29 Oct 09:30 PM
New ZealandMan sentenced for videoing woman in changing roomThe man was convicted in August for making an intimate visual recording at a Kmart store.29 Oct 02:06 AM
New ZealandGirl who lost both arms in tour bus accident returns to China to rebuild life with familyFather of the girl learned about tour bus crash driver's appeal dismissal on WeChat.29 Oct 01:07 AM
BusinessNZ First Foundation case: Second defendant pleads not guiltyJudge Roberts told journalists: 'There is to be no publication of this man's name.'28 Oct 09:15 PM
CrimeMassey stabbing trial: Former flatmates say accused was 'fixated' with ex-wife, cop tells of urgently warning herAccused wanted to disfigure ex-wife as a reminder of him, former flatmate tells court.28 Oct 05:33 AM
BusinessNZ First Foundation case: Accused pleads not guiltyThe accused today argued they were the 'target' of the media and victim of leaks.27 Oct 10:30 PM
New ZealandTop Auckland dog breeder could face jail in landmark SPCA prosecutionMore than 30 dogs were rescued by SPCA investigators. At least one had to be put down.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ set an ambitious target to reduce cot deaths. Three years on, no one knows if progress is being madeExperts say the rate of cot deaths in NZ may be rising after years of decreases.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMassey stabbing: Murder accused 'kept ex-wife under surveillance' - CrownCrown says wife reported seeing ex-husband loitering near her home.27 Oct 06:09 AM
New ZealandNomads fatal gang stabbing: 'I'm not going to hurt you'A 'hiding' was ordered for Shayne 'Smiley' Heappey who owed a drug debt.27 Oct 03:04 AM
New ZealandMassey stabbing: Crown says accused 'obsessed' with exacting revenge'She died not far from where she had been waiting for her bus.'27 Oct 02:30 AM
New ZealandStrangled: A tale of two women, domestic violence, terror and survivalTwo women share their stories of survival after being strangled and attacked by partners27 Oct 12:42 AM
New ZealandBack inside: Violent offender behind good Samaritan Lucy Knight attack jailedHendrix Hauwai back in trouble again - this time in Christchurch.26 Oct 07:26 AM
New ZealandA Moment In Crime: 61 seconds of horror - The Ashburton Winz murdersEpisode 12 of NZME podcast A Moment In Crime looks back at the Ashburton Winz murders.24 Oct 09:33 PM
WorldEpstein accuser calls Ghislaine Maxwell a 'liar'"I don't understand why we are protecting someone who hides behind mummy's skirt."24 Oct 02:02 AM
WorldTrump, Biden lawyer up for post-election court battleBoth sides know the US election may not be decided at the ballot box, but in court.23 Oct 09:45 PM
New ZealandMan found guilty on serious physical, sexual violence chargesThe verdicts were delivered today at the High Court at Auckland.23 Oct 04:39 AM
New ZealandDilworth School investigation: Fourth accused loses name suppression - but cannot be identified, yetThe hearing took place at Auckland High Court today.22 Oct 07:54 PM
BusinessEric Watson's positive Covid-19 test reduced prison sentenceThe former rich-lister will be a guest of Her Majesty at Pentonville Prison in London.22 Oct 04:45 AM
New ZealandKiwi woman suspected of Islamic State terrorism plan fights to get her passport backThe woman had her passport cancelled because of fears she was a terrorist threat.22 Oct 03:00 AM
CrimeWitness: Maketū murder accused was 'pretty mad and stupid'Aaron George Izett, 38, is on trial defending a charge of murdering his 2yo daughter.22 Oct 01:33 AM
BusinessDamien Grant fights for insolvency career in courtThe well-known columnist served prison time for fraud and credit card offences.21 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandMSD withheld sex offender information from victim pursuing claimIt was just one example of how poor record-keeping affects survivors pursuing claims.21 Oct 01:07 AM
