New ZealandChildren exposed to booze ads from TV sport - researchResearchers call for ban on ban on alcohol sponsorship of sport12 Jan 11:01 AM
New ZealandSex abuse survivor: 'I'm not a victim'A woman sexually abused by her stepfather has waived her right to permanent name suppression in the hope that sharing her story will help others.08 Jan 05:12 PM
New ZealandMan fined for breaking dog's skullThe man angered by the dog triggering lights and getting into the rubbish.21 Dec 11:58 PM
New ZealandEight dalmatians died in miseryCommunity service and $6000 fine for man who allowed puppies to die of infectious illness.20 Dec 09:15 PM
New ZealandGovt may pardon gay sex convictionsThirty years after homosexuality was legalised in New Zealand, gay and bisexual men with historic convictions may be pardoned.15 Dec 03:59 AM
New ZealandPain and memories linger for victimThe 65-year-old victim of a horrific sex attack suffers the consequences of her ordeal every day.12 Dec 09:17 PM
New ZealandCrisis lines spiking ahead of holidaysFamily violence doesn't take a break for the holidays - refuges and crisisline staff are already dealing with a spike in calls for help.12 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It's possible I would have killed my missus'Alexander Masame was a violent and abusive husband and father. This Christmas he shares his story in a bid to shine a light on New Zealand's dark epidemic.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamily violence: How you can save a lifeOne of the keys to curing New Zealand's family violence epidemic is everyone playing their part. Here's how one woman's quick thinking saved her neighbour from another violent assault.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas violence: We're Better Than ThisIn May the Herald launched a campaign focusing on family violence in NZ. We are revisiting the issue with a spotlight on family harm over holiday period.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandActor denies sex chargesAspiring model tells sex trial of tears and confusion after acting coach allegedly performed oral sex on her in attempt to make her 'less inhibited'.07 Dec 12:07 AM
New ZealandNZ's next PM: Old, new, or wild card?The contest for New Zealand's next PM is shaping up as a race between an veteran politician, a lower-profile minister, and a wild card.06 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington High Court to be repaired after quakeWellington will get its High Court back in the new year, but only once water and earthquake damage is repaired.01 Dec 11:19 PM
New ZealandKiwis' 300 calls to cyberbully helplineAnti-cyberbullying legislation means police can be engaged where necessary and court action can also be triggered.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolicewoman shares family violence storyPolice attend a call for help from a victim of family harm every 4.9 minutes in New Zealand - and one officer knows all too well how serious the issue is.24 Nov 05:09 AM
New ZealandBain 'disgusted' over compo interviewDavid Bain 'aggrieved' judge deciding his compensation bid did not interview him and made 'extremely hurtful' comments.18 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeina Pora going to court over payoutTeina Pora has filed proceedings asking the court to review the Government's decision not to add inflation to $2.5 million compensation paid to him.16 Nov 01:52 AM
CrimeBurglaries force victim to move houseBrett Morrison moved after two lots of intruders went through his Papamoa rental Two burglaries in the space of two weeks was enough 06 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Napier legal aid lawyers dwindlingRaising two kids and battling cancer - Juliet Mawley had to rely on Legal Aid in a recent hearing. But she feels shortchanged because of tightening budgets for legal aid across the country. Made with funding from NZ On Air.28 Oct 06:00 PM
OpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: A complex picture behind prison barsCOMMENT: John Key this week recalled the shock he felt when Simon Power privately told him he would be retiring from politics.21 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFatal ski crash avoidable - witnessSkifield says the hazard did not exist when its morning inspection was done.19 Oct 06:10 AM
EditorialEditorial: Hiring extra police not the only answerA year out from the next election, a political bidding war has surfaced over police numbers.17 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandA short life ended by a mother's insanityMaggie meant the world to her mother Evelyn, but in August last year, the person who was meant to protect her would end the 4-year-old's life.13 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandInsane: The Kiwi killers found not guiltyEvelyn Sen was today found not guilty of murdering her 4-year-old daughter by reason of insanity. Here are some other killers ruled insane by the New Zealand courts.12 Oct 11:40 PM
KahuMaori jailed almost twice rate of EuropeansWhanganui Maori are almost twice as likely to go to jail than Europeans when convicted of assault, sparking calls from an MP for a 18 Sep 10:37 PM
New ZealandCannabis charges halved in seven yearsThe number of people charged with cannabis offences has fallen 60 per cent in the past six years - further fuelling calls for government 15 Sep 02:18 AM
CrimeCannabis convictions declineConvictions in Rotorua for cannabis possession have fallen more than 66 per cent in the last six years - adding fuel to nationwide 30 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandAbusers refusing to stay awayMore than 12,000 Kiwis have repeatedly breached court orders to stay away from their victims - with one person convicted for doing so 14 times.09 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionRodney HideHide: A $1 million betrayal of justiceCOMMENT: Our justice system can't admit mistakes and fights not for justice but to be right.06 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionAudrey YoungBain payout a test of Justice MinisterCOMMENT: There are many ways by which Justice Minister Amy Adams can measure success in her job.05 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandChina: Man 'hyping up' right to fair trialA man China wants extradited over the murder of a prostitute is "hyping up" his right to a fair trial to evade justice, says a top Chinese government official.06 Jul 03:38 AM
New ZealandPora to take $2.5m compensationTeina Pora is to receive a compensation package immediately while he decides whether to ask the courts to review the decision not to adjust it for inflation.17 Jun 04:49 AM
