New ZealandBudget 2017: Law and order - millions to try to cut burglary, youth offendingAlmost $47 million will be spent on new services to try and cut burglary, youth offending.25 May 02:17 AM
New ZealandJustice system has 'gone septic''Defective law' stopped manslaughter being brought as an alternative charge in Moko case.25 May 12:23 AM
New ZealandSchoolboy death: Coroner blames assaultThe family of Stephen Dudley are calling for new charges after today's Coroner's report.18 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandWoman in court on P-making chargesSuspected meth manufacturing operation uncovered in Waikato.16 May 10:47 AM
New ZealandMan loses appeal for $1m inheritance from mum's partnerMan loses appeal after being left out of mum's partner's will.15 May 12:31 PM
New ZealandDid the National Party rip off Eminem?National is accused of using Eminem's track. So what are the arguments for and against?12 May 08:14 AM
New ZealandPolitical ad worsens song use: LawyerJudge warns it will take 'months' to review evidence of National Party copyright case.11 May 10:48 PM
New ZealandTeen arrested over armed dairy robberyTwo teenage boys arrested over armed robbery in Christchurch.11 May 10:49 AM
New ZealandOnline steroids: Jail for black-market salesTwo years in jail for man guilty of selling steroids online.10 May 06:23 AM
New ZealandMum sues daughter, now they don't talkShe sued her daughter and won over $368,000 in loans - now the daughter's "disowned" her.10 May 02:55 AM
OpinionKerre McIvorMcIvor: A baby with a man behind bars?OPINION: Sperm donor from Prison? I was lost for words when the story hit the headlines.06 May 10:22 PM
OpinionEditorial: Prisoners' sperm donor rightsEditorial: Prisoners do not have a right to be given an opportunity to donate sperm.05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSex abusing dance teacher denied paroleA sex-offending dance teacher has been denied parole for a second time.04 May 06:11 AM
New ZealandColourful career criminal back in jailIt was four years ago to the day that Anthony Sannd stole a $130,000 Ducati motorcycle.03 May 08:16 PM
New ZealandMan loses appeal over people smugglingRefugee was allegedly involved in the 2001 smuggling of people from Indonesia.03 May 12:24 PM
New ZealandRaped at home: Claire's 7 years of hellShe was terrified to speak up - but her silence began to destroy her.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandFraudster slammed by judge for court delaysIt's taken more than four years for a resolution in the case involving Matthew Young.28 Apr 01:58 AM
EditorialEditorial: Seclusion report shows NZ has a long way to goExpert's report on seclusion in prisons and mental health units reveals poor practices27 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo pleas from fatal bus crash driverFatal bus crash driver to reappear in court next month.25 Apr 10:55 PM
New ZealandUS surgeon to pay $165k over fatal crashKenneth Wolnak sentenced over crash on Coastal Highway 60 which killed two people.24 Apr 05:46 AM
New ZealandNotorious gangster jailed for 18 yearsHead Hunter William 'Bird' Hines and two associates have been given long jail sentences.24 Apr 12:23 AM
New ZealandSex offending new resident to stay in NZTwo sex assault convictions since 2012 arrival, yet man on resident visa allowed to stay.23 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCriminal minds: Scans reveal offendersCould brain scans place a suspect at a crime scene? Science says yes.20 Apr 12:53 AM
New ZealandRugby coach facing 53 child sex chargesThe man pleaded not guilty to charges including sexual connection and indecent assault.15 Apr 06:27 PM
New ZealandCocaine-accused: 'Pay my legal fees'A man charged over NZ's biggest cocaine seizure is seeking donations through Givealittle.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWanted: On the run from police at EasterDo you know these people? Police are seeking public help to find these fugitives.14 Apr 12:10 AM
New ZealandCharges after alleged rapeCharge laid after 15-year-old says she was raped.04 Apr 09:13 PM
New ZealandArrest after 'gang-related' shootingMan to appear in court after Christchurch shooting.30 Mar 08:19 PM
New ZealandFalse rape accusation: No compo for manAn innocent man who spent 10 months in a South Island jail will not get compensation.30 Mar 12:52 AM
New Zealand10 months in jail on made-up rape claimSouth Island man spent nearly a year behind bars. Then she admitted she lied.29 Mar 07:04 PM
New ZealandDivorce gone wrong: DefenceA prominent couple is in court about alleged assaults and abuse during marriage.28 Mar 11:41 PM
KahuPolice set dog on 12yo hiding in kindyThe girl was savaged by a police dog when she did not respond to an officer's calls.25 Mar 05:12 PM
New ZealandBloodstains in room, Ihaka court case hearsBlood detected on toddler's cot, vest, sleepsack, and baby security blanket, court hears.23 Mar 03:33 AM
New ZealandSurgeon takes blame for U-turn deathsVisitor appears in Nelson court to admit two charges of careless driving causing death.21 Mar 04:34 AM
