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'Not tackling backlog': Back-up court trial system under scrutiny
There are frustrations over back-up trials and claims they're not tackling backlogs.
Northland retirement village residents rally for urgent law changes
Public consultation on the Retirement Villages Act review began in 2023.
My father was a community hero - he also sexually abused me
Two sisters fight to expose their honoured father for sexually abusing them as children.
'He should have been prosecuted': Couple's call for justice after police assault
Police: There was evidence to prosecute the officer, but it wasn't in the public interest.
Karen Read found not guilty of police officer boyfriend's murder
The jury deliberated for 21 hours before delivering the verdict.
US Supreme Court upholds ban on gender-affirming care for minors
Two dozen Republican-led states have similar laws affecting transgender youth.
'Terrible lie': Defence counters claims in mushroom murder trial
Barrister says prosecutors focused on messages to undermine Erin Patterson's family ties.
'I hate him': Partner of slain Tribesman lays blame for death at president's feet
Mark 'Shark' Hohua was allegedly killed in a 'hot-box' beating for spending gang funds.
Hospital machete attacker broke wife's lover's skull
Fuatai Iona had repeatedly refused to give his wife a divorce in the preceding months.
All rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1
Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.
UK sculptor claims NZ artwork copied his design, seeks recognition
"Spot the difference" - artists clash over clasped hand sculptures.
'No sense': Defence challenges motive in mushroom poisoning case
Prosecutors allege she poisoned her in-laws with death cap mushrooms.
Why UK abortion law overhaul is crucial for women's rights
The amendment aims to end prosecutions of women for self-terminating pregnancies.
‘Quite literally a cover-up’: Couple tricked into buying rot-infested home
A QSM recipient was labelled a 'puppet master' who had orchestrated the deception.
Court to decide Du Val asset seizure orders
Du Val reportedly owes $306m to investors and creditors, according to PwC.
Minnesota manhunt ends: Suspect in lawmaker's murder captured
Police captured Vance Boelter, 57, ending a two-day manhunt in Minnesota.
'Inappropriate restraint': Disabled woman found with socks taped to hands
Her carers said the socks were to stop the woman from chewing on her hands.
Rising scrutiny: Economists take key roles in next phase of Covid Inquiry
Economists who found NZ overpaid for Covid health measures hired by Royal Commission.
Sasha Borissenko: Legal insights from the Siouxsie Wiles case
OPINION: The cost of doubling down.
'Absolutely ridiculous': Sacked blinds installer wins $12k after nine days of work
Man's employer said his attendance and performance were poor and may appeal the ruling.
The Ex-Files: How to access KiwiSaver funds after separation
OPINION: I can't afford to pay out my ex-partner – what can I do?
Lawyer praises council's low job settlement costs of $123k over six years
The average annual settlement cost was $20,540.5.
'You've been a naughty girl': Bird rehab founder keeps security licence, despite convictions
Craig Shepherd assaulted three women, two of whom were his employees.
'Shambles': Coroner slams police probe, calls for fresh inquiry into Gore 3yo’s death
The coroner blasted police for their initial investigation into Lachie Jones' death.
Hit-and-run accused banned from CBD after incident near night market
The incident occurred near the Rotorua Night Market on June 5.
High-profile investigator re-examines ex-cop's sexual assault case
Tim McKinnel is investigating ex-cop Jamie Foster's conviction.
Inquiry to consider if judge should be removed after NZ First incident
The inquiry relates to Ema Aitken's behaviour at the Northern Club last year.