Crime'Sorry to be intrusive': Polite bank robber gets home detention for two armed heistsIt's very unusual for such cases to not result in imprisonment, the judge acknowledged.19 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandBigamy, abuse and 'human-trafficking': How a mother and son found 'sanctuary' in New ZealandThey weren't destined for New Zealand but once they landed, they instantly sought refuge.18 Jan 06:00 AM
Crime30-year-old says he was lookout, not mastermind as teen bandits committed $146k smash-and-grab“You were the adult," a judge noted today, rejecting his bid for a shorter sentence.18 Jan 04:49 AM
PremiumPremiumInvestmentState house tenant owed $13,300 back rentWhen a visit was made, the tenant's relative had been living in the house rent-free.17 Jan 06:34 PM
New ZealandInmate could face 14 years' jail for horrific prison attack on former real estate agentAaron Drever's face was slashed open with a metal hook in the prison kitchen.17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMob leader to stay in jail after loaded gun found in car during gang tensionsHe says he took the gun off someone else because he was 'concerned about public safety'.17 Jan 07:00 AM
New Zealand'I'm in deep water': Man who sold bleach as cure for Covid-19 jailedRoger Blake's company made more than $100,000 selling the product during the pandemic.17 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandA house fire, rubbish, unmown lawns - debt collector to chase tenantA tenant owes more than $10k to ex-landlord for rent arrears, damage and rubbish clean-up.17 Jan 05:00 AM
Crime'I've paid a huge price': Anti-vax personality Liz Gunn to get day in court for airport scuffleThe controversial media personality says she was the victim.17 Jan 02:28 AM
New Zealand'Milk bar bandit': Young father kicked out of Australia, leaves behind kidsHe held up several milk bars across Melbourne, making off with cash and cigarettes.16 Jan 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailScotties Boutique: What is it, who owns it and why does a dress cost $6995?Green MP Golriz Ghahraman has been accused of shoplifting from an Auckland institution.15 Jan 10:49 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionProperty Insider: $33m Auckland block bought pre-election for scrapped light rail'Irresponsible' said Simeon Brown of the rail business buying so close to the election.15 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Breach of trust': Carer stole thousands from bedridden, tetraplegic clientHe stole the victim's bank details and used them to set up several online accounts.12 Jan 09:00 PM
Crime'That boy’s got hope': The tiny gesture that gave a judge hope for a troubled teenJudge Greg Davis met the 15-year-old during a Rangatahi Court session.12 Jan 06:00 PM
KahuMum claims only thing OT taught her son was 'how to become a good ram-raider'Mum is desperate for the return of her son from Oranga Tamariki.12 Jan 05:45 AM
CrimeIsrael Adesanya issues partial apology after controversial courthouse social media postsThe Auckland-based celebrity was in court this week.11 Jan 11:16 PM
LifestyleFamily torn apart over $1m Lotto winA member of the family said it's 'one of the tragic Lotto stories'.11 Jan 07:16 PM
New ZealandMan allegedly linked to $100k scam being removed from JP website, fresh probe launchedThe accused JP is authorised to certify anti-money laundering documents for finance firms.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat kids who commit serious crimes have in commonHaami Hanara, who was neglected and abused, knifed a man to death when he was 14.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTop NZ businessman falsely accused of being a Russian spyBillionaire forced to go to court to defend his reputation against resurfaced smears.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPrison boss apologises after barring Herald journalist's gang bookHe said the staff were not aware that the books were approved for distribution.11 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandMan denies throwing fisherman off jetty, holding him underwater during assaultJoshua Zane Russell, 39, has been remanded into custody.11 Jan 03:40 AM
CrimeWatch: UFC star Israel Adesanya in hot water after mocking police prosecutor onlineFighter thanked judge after second discharge before ridiculing police on Instagram.11 Jan 03:40 AM
New ZealandChopper case: Dog owner's son in court over abusive Facebook pages'Don’t do anything stupid like that again', says judge.10 Jan 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics500-day wait for a trial ‘too long’: Justice Minister's aim to cut massive court delaysJudicial discretion is in the firing line - are judges getting it wrong?10 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'A joke' - Kiwi victim of $100,000 scam refuses $2000 ‘goodwill payment’ by ASBNearly six month after scam reported, police are yet to interview the alleged mule.10 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Use of force on Māori suspects a grey area for police cleared up by body camsOPINION: They are added protection for those being arrested and those making the arrest.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe Patron: Inside the crimes of sex offender James WallaceHe was charged in 2017, but it took until this year to tell his story.10 Jan 04:00 PM
CrimeWhy is Generation Z less likely to end up behind bars?Despite youth crime fears, the stats tell a very different story within a generation.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWho killed Jane Furlong? Baffling cold case still unsolvedJane Furlong was murdered in 1993; police appeal again for info on those responsible.10 Jan 07:11 AM
CrimeUFC star Israel Adesanya avoids drink-driving convictionHe pleaded guilty at his first appearance in September.10 Jan 04:39 AM
CrimeTwo more charged with participating in gang brawl, five months after Head Hunter's deathSeven people now face various charges.09 Jan 09:43 PM
CrimeCharges filed against man accused of speeding off in $50,000 police car, then crashing itThe alleged joyride only lasted minutes before a crash that injured another motorist.08 Jan 10:59 PM
Construction$26m buyer reneges on third Auckland house deal: What the sellers didFirst, he failed to settle North Shore properties. Then, he did the same in Herne Bay.08 Jan 08:07 PM
