CrimeDaughter denies violently killing elderly mum, staging scene to look like a fallThe Crown says the former school teacher was facing financial difficulties at the time.23 Jun 02:06 AM
New ZealandNorthland retirement village residents rally for urgent law changesPublic consultation on the Retirement Villages Act review began in 2023.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not tackling backlog': Back-up court trial system under scrutinyThere are frustrations over back-up trials and claims they're not tackling backlogs.22 Jun 05:00 PM
Business$175k in costs awarded in $10 million Auckland mansion stoushNingfei Du was refunded his $1m deposit for the Remuera home.22 Jun 05:32 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyProperty manager fined $3500 for breaching healthy homes standardsQuinovic acknowledged the breaches and confirmed exemplary damages were paid.22 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandSenior lawyer censured after drink-driving and 'flagrant disobedience' of driving suspension David Fordyce previously had a blemish-free career of more than 30 years. 22 Jun 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Ex-Files: I want to revalue our home before a Family Court hearing and have my child give evidence tooOPINION: The court discourages involving children in disputes, to protect their welfare.22 Jun 12:00 AM
KahuFamily of man who died after incident with police push for officer body camerasA petition for police body cameras has gained nearly 15,000 signatures.21 Jun 06:04 PM
WorldAustralian sailor with genital herpes removes condom during sexHe admitted not disclosing his genital herpes to the victim.21 Jun 02:05 AM
New ZealandMy father was a community hero - he also sexually abused meTwo sisters fight to expose their honoured father for sexually abusing them as children.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'He should have been prosecuted': Couple's call for justice after police assaultPolice: There was evidence to prosecute the officer, but it wasn't in the public interest.19 Jun 11:00 PM
WorldKaren Read found not guilty of police officer boyfriend's murderThe jury deliberated for 21 hours before delivering the verdict.19 Jun 03:26 AM
WorldUS Supreme Court upholds ban on gender-affirming care for minorsTwo dozen Republican-led states have similar laws affecting transgender youth.18 Jun 09:02 PM
World'Terrible lie': Defence counters claims in mushroom murder trialBarrister says prosecutors focused on messages to undermine Erin Patterson's family ties.18 Jun 08:02 AM
New Zealand'I hate him': Partner of slain Tribesman lays blame for death at president's feetMark 'Shark' Hohua was allegedly killed in a 'hot-box' beating for spending gang funds.18 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandHospital machete attacker broke wife's lover's skullFuatai Iona had repeatedly refused to give his wife a divorce in the preceding months.18 Jun 01:06 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAll rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.17 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleUK sculptor claims NZ artwork copied his design, seeks recognition"Spot the difference" - artists clash over clasped hand sculptures.17 Jun 10:23 PM
World'No sense': Defence challenges motive in mushroom poisoning caseProsecutors allege she poisoned her in-laws with death cap mushrooms.17 Jun 07:34 AM
WorldWhy UK abortion law overhaul is crucial for women's rightsThe amendment aims to end prosecutions of women for self-terminating pregnancies.17 Jun 04:39 AM
New Zealand‘Quite literally a cover-up’: Couple tricked into buying rot-infested homeA QSM recipient was labelled a 'puppet master' who had orchestrated the deception. 16 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCourt to decide Du Val asset seizure ordersDu Val reportedly owes $306m to investors and creditors, according to PwC.16 Jun 08:07 AM
WorldMinnesota manhunt ends: Suspect in lawmaker's murder capturedPolice captured Vance Boelter, 57, ending a two-day manhunt in Minnesota.16 Jun 03:51 AM
New Zealand'Inappropriate restraint': Disabled woman found with socks taped to handsHer carers said the socks were to stop the woman from chewing on her hands. 16 Jun 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRising scrutiny: Economists take key roles in next phase of Covid InquiryEconomists who found NZ overpaid for Covid health measures hired by Royal Commission.15 Jun 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoSasha Borissenko: Legal insights from the Siouxsie Wiles caseOPINION: The cost of doubling down.15 Jun 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely ridiculous': Sacked blinds installer wins $12k after nine days of workMan's employer said his attendance and performance were poor and may appeal the ruling.15 Jun 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Ex-Files: How to access KiwiSaver funds after separationOPINION: I can't afford to pay out my ex-partner – what can I do?15 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandLawyer praises council's low job settlement costs of $123k over six yearsThe average annual settlement cost was $20,540.5.14 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'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. 14 Jun 02:59 AM
New Zealand'Shambles': Coroner slams police probe, calls for fresh inquiry into Gore 3yo’s deathThe coroner blasted police for their initial investigation into Lachie Jones' death.13 Jun 05:14 AM
New ZealandHit-and-run accused banned from CBD after incident near night marketThe incident occurred near the Rotorua Night Market on June 5.12 Jun 11:30 PM
New ZealandHigh-profile investigator re-examines ex-cop's sexual assault caseTim McKinnel is investigating ex-cop Jamie Foster's conviction.12 Jun 10:36 PM
PoliticsInquiry to consider if judge should be removed after NZ First incidentThe inquiry relates to Ema Aitken's behaviour at the Northern Club last year.12 Jun 10:24 PM
