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Tolley considers family friendly prison

Humane initiatives in privately-run British prisons, such as inmates spending a day with their kids, have caught the eye of Corrections Minister Anne Tolley.

Tolley defends possible sex offender register

Editorial: State needs option of civil cases

Editorial: A financial penalty can bring as much public dishonour as a criminal conviction for an offending company or individual, and so it should.

Deep hurt left by cyber-trolls

When people post deliberately extreme comments from the anonymity of cyberspace, the effects can be devastating - and sometimes fatal.

New restraining order rules target violent offenders

Distressed woman calls for jury change

Drop in crime a step towards public sector targets - Govt

Sir Bob Jones: Bain case disgrace

The continuing obstinacy of courts, police and government is thankfully no match for the determination of Joe Karam, writes Sir Bob Jones.

Fast food focus with a twist

NZ resident accused of Shanghai murder remains in Auckland jail

Proposed Family Court reforms criticised

$400k spent on Bain compo judge

The Government has so far paid $400,000 to employ a Canadian judge to evaluate whether David Bain should receive compensation.

Mayor pledges not to close the book on small libraries

Escaping Syria's civil war

Former NZ diplomat Warren Searell called Damascus home until the Arab spring made life far too dangerous. This is his story.

Call for 'speedy passage' of alcohol bill

Auckland Mayor Len Brown is urging Parliament to pass the alcohol law reform legislation soon, so communities can prepare to use the new rules effectively.

New jury service rules about to become law