New ZealandMum of 9-year-old boy who took his own life: 'Why couldn't I have saved him?'Sage Ross was just 9 when he took his own life. His mother still cannot fathom why.19 Apr 05:00 PM
Crime'Appalling guidance as a mother': Over-protective mum jailed for murderer son's false alibiIt wasn't the first time Donna Dodds tried to pervert justice for her wayward son.19 Apr 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPortrait of a killer as a young man: How David Hawken nearly got away with 1995 murderFormer hardman spoke to Kurt Bayer in a series of interviews while awaiting trial.19 Apr 12:21 AM
New Zealand'I do offer him forgiveness': Sister's emotional message to brother's killerBrayden Towler sat with his head bowed and wearing a deflated look as she spoke.18 Apr 10:56 PM
ConstructionCity Gardens Apartments: Ministry now investigating, barrister says 'don't leave''MBIE has yet to decide whether a determination will be made' - spokeswoman.18 Apr 09:30 PM
New ZealandBlack Power veteran illegally 'squatting' on coastal land eyes another round in eviction fightKevin Moore claims he is tangata whenua and refuses to move from the beachside property.18 Apr 08:00 AM
ConstructionLawyer for body corp of Auckland tower facing eviction applies for suspension: ‘The building is safe’Residents in the building at 76 Albert St were threatened with having to leave by Monday.18 Apr 06:57 AM
New Zealand‘Perverse sexual gratification’: NZ gym coach jailed for hundreds of offences against young athletesGregory Pask committed more than 250 offences against the five victims identified.17 Apr 07:31 AM
CrimeViolence was never far from surface for 'bully' who died of stab wounds, his family saysChallas Nathan died from stab wounds after a fight with his younger brother.17 Apr 04:59 AM
New ZealandEmotional, explosive scenes as whānau face killer meth driverJacob Greacen was on meth, fatigued and speeding when he crashed into a car, killing two.17 Apr 04:27 AM
CrimeIdentity revealed of defendant accused of killing security guard at Auckland reserveThe victim was found dead at Royal Reserve in Massey a week before Christmas.17 Apr 02:02 AM
CrimeCrown to not pursue murder charge against alleged getaway driver in fatal Sandringham dairy robberyHenry Fred has a terminal illness, the court was told.17 Apr 01:32 AM
CrimeMan who delivered unprovoked head-kick during dispute over meth quality pleads guilty to manslaughterThe unconscious victim was left in a hotel room for a week after suffering a brain bleed.16 Apr 11:24 PM
New ZealandBlack Power member illegally squatting on beachfront land for 11 yearsKevin Moore claims he is tangata whenua and refuses to move from the beachside land.16 Apr 08:00 AM
New ZealandThieving dental clinic worker claims she had a medical condition that 'made her steal'Roxanne Arsi altered invoices sent by the clinic so the money went into her account.16 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandMan bashed elderly dog with mallet to 'put it out of its misery'Instead, Lance Tengu left the dog badly injured and it had to be put down by a vet.16 Apr 04:54 AM
CrimeBrother recounts anger, shame after killing sibling at birthday party‘I’m sick of it. It’s my 19th birthday. I’m not f***ing getting a hiding today.'16 Apr 04:52 AM
CrimeTribesmen sergeant-at-arms pleads guilty to shooting his own gang's presidentHis attempted murder trial was set to start today. He instead admitted a different charge.15 Apr 12:11 AM
KahuCrown lawyers expected to move on any Waitangi Tribunal summons of ministerThough the tribunal can summons a Cabinet minister, it hasn’t done so before.14 Apr 06:49 PM
New ZealandFemale health worker who treated abuse victims sentenced over child sex imagesThe woman avoided being placed on the sex offender register.14 Apr 05:00 PM
Crime'Astounding quantities': Young entrepreneur was secret drug syndicate figureheadHe made enough money to squander nearly $1 million at SkyCity Casino.14 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandCon woman who killed elderly widower with steam iron shows 'worrying' behaviourJulianna Nuku's 'entitled and demanding' ways have the Parole Board concerned.13 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandFaces of the victims: The 25 scam casualties who lost $6.7 million to fraudMeet the victims who bravely told their stories about being scammed.13 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies after unlicensed driver runs him over, then fleesFamily's lives 'achingly quiet' after loved one's death, daughter tells court.13 Apr 02:00 AM
CrimeMore jail time for Killer Bee who fled prison van in motorway escapeHis latest crime involved intimidating someone who wanted to leave the gang.13 Apr 12:00 AM
KahuCourt pilot programmes face government reviewCourts Minister Nicole McKee reveals she's in favour of Te Ao Mārama framework12 Apr 10:39 PM
New Zealand'A man who loved life': Mountain biker's fatal crash on homeward leg of track ridden many times'He died doing what he loved, with the people he loved.'12 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandShooter stuffed meth in undies, hid in cannabis-filled secret bunkerThe victim was driving away when he was shot in the back.11 Apr 08:00 PM
CrimeText from man’s phone allegedly admitted to rape - but who sent it?'I did rape a girl. 12 years old' - the alleged message said.11 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hacker' stole intimate photos, blackmailed victims with the threat of sharing them publiclyMaharaj told a victim she looked 'hot' in photos, and he wanted to see her in person.11 Apr 07:00 AM
CrimeEx-political candidate who stole from charity for needy children to keep suppressionHe also sought a discharge without conviction but was denied.11 Apr 05:00 AM
WorldUS ‘considers’ Julian Assange release requestThe US is considering an Australian request to drop the prosecution of Julian Assange.10 Apr 10:46 PM
New Zealand'When will it all end?': Victims' anguish as rapist on the run'They have spoken their truth and guilty verdicts were returned,' victims' advocate says.10 Apr 05:02 PM
New ZealandWoman awarded $1345 a week from her ex, two years after they splitWoman claimed she was defamed by her ex's 'vicious rumours', forced to start over.10 Apr 05:00 PM
