PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Window dressing’? Luxon told Nicole McKee to emphasise public safety in gun law reforms. Is this more than talk?Bill is set to pass its third reading this week under urgency.26 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why victim’s veto on name suppression is a bad ideaEDITORIAL: Name suppression used too widely but letting victims decide is a mistake.12 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Genuinely thought he’d changed:' The lawyer, the conman and $333k in stolen legal aidLawyer Chris Tennet gave a conman a chance, but Brian Hunter hadn't really changed.11 Mar 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘Making communities safer’: New firearms rules target gangsPolice now can search for firearms without a warrant under new powers.01 Mar 08:50 PM
New ZealandRainbow crossing legal case about safety, not diversityThe Cuba St crossing was painted in 2018 to make Wellington more LGBTQI-friendly.17 Feb 05:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOwed nearly $150k: Rotorua crime victims believe reparation payments an 'absolute joke'Nearly $4.6m in fines and reparation is owed by Rotorua offenders.10 Feb 08:16 PM
New ZealandMan appears in court following death of 19-year-old cyclistPolice have charged a 27-year-old man with failing to stop or ascertain injury.31 Jan 03:07 AM
New ZealandNCEA level 1 pass rate revealed and Ministry of Justice privacy breach | NZ Herald News UpdateFigures show how many NCEA students achieved level 1 qualification last year and the Ministry of Justice has been encouraged to check its systems following a privacy breach.Watch16 Jan 06:09 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Youth offending decreasing despite spotlight on young offendersYouth offending is not increasing, a new Ministry of Justice report has found.13 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandProposed law change would give victims final say on sex offenders remaining secretProposed law changes would give victims more power - and more protection.21 Nov 02:47 AM
PoliticsBoot camp pilot participant allegedly reoffends, minister disappointedChildren’s Minister Karen Chhour said it would be naïve to think no one would reoffend.20 Nov 11:45 PM
KahuMark Mitchell: My commitment to making New Zealanders feel safer in AotearoaOPINION: The Police Minister on why these new gang patch laws will make us safer.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCivil justice shake-up: Why people may soon be able to claim more in small legal battlesThe amount the Disputes Tribunal can award a claimant is currently capped at $30,000.18 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsNZ prison population exceeds 10,000 for first time in four yearsPrison numbers haven't topped 10,000 since 2020.10 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessClaims Kiwi businesses shut out of multimillion-dollar cleaning contracts'A lot of the Government’s cleaning work doesn’t go out to tender.'29 Oct 12:50 AM
KahuOld RSA will be turned into new Papakura courthouseThe project is in the Government’s fast-track list of developments.14 Oct 06:01 PM
New ZealandJustice Minister open to proposals as court delays impact familiesOne barrister says the court delays are hurting people.12 Oct 09:00 PM
PoliticsPoll: Do Kiwis believe Kim Dotcom should be extradited to the US?The Justice Minister had previously given 'every' officer the power to arrest Kim Dotcom.30 Sep 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsJustice Minister gave 'every' police officer power to arrest Kim DotcomThe Megaupload founder plans to fight his extradition order.29 Sep 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why the Govt's sentencing reforms will annoy judges and clog the courtsOPINION: The New Zealand judiciary is not soft by world standards.25 Sep 02:00 AM
PoliticsTougher sentences for offences against public transport workersThere's a new aggravating factor for offences against public transport workers.24 Sep 04:32 AM
CrimePolkinghorne case: The not guilty verdictPhilip Polkinghorne has been found not guilty of murdering his wife Pauline Hanna in 2021. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Sep 08:43 AM
CrimePolkinghorne and his sister return home after acquittalPhilip Polkinghorne and his sister return home after murder acquittal.Watch23 Sep 05:58 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDignity and reputation: Police defend heavy redactions in Kiri Allan filePolice say the redactions are in line with Ombudsman guidelines for privacy.17 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Absolute dog’s breakfast’: Why a new move banning gang patches in a private home is causing an uproarShould it be a jailable crime to have a gang patch in your house, even if it's not yours?15 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPolice file reveals new details from Kiri Allan’s career-ending crashPhotos, statements and notebook entries have been released under the OIA.14 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeConstruction sector suspected suicides: 80 died last year, highest on recordData from Coronial Services dating back to 2007 shows record 2023 suicide numbers.09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandGong recipient surrenders JP warrants after $900k damages order, company liquidated'Quite literally a cover-up.'06 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandReport reveals final tragic moments of boy killed by log at Gisborne beachOliver Shone, 11, was on holiday when he tragically was killed by a log at Waikanae Beach.06 Sep 02:13 AM
New Zealand'Trump on steroids': The argument to keep convicted entertainment figure's name secretA leading entertainment figure sentenced for sexual offending wants his name kept secret.05 Sep 10:00 PM
New ZealandLocal roots: New Crown Solicitors promise excellence for TairāwhitiDonnelly and Maynard aim to serve Tairāwhiti with legal services rooted in local heritage.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMinister steps in after revelations police not enforcing vaping lawPolice haven't issued a single fine since the law came into force in 2021.20 Aug 05:00 PM
Politics'I am not leaving': Dotcom has 'plan' to fight extradition, while legal experts weigh inTop barrister says Dotcom cannot appeal the decision, but he can ask for a review.15 Aug 08:03 PM
New Zealand'These cuts are dangerous': Ministry of Justice to axe nearly 200 rolesUnion criticises the new set-up that will come into effect on October 1.08 Aug 04:32 AM
