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
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPublic sector cuts: $58m so far in redundancy payouts at Govt agenciesNicola Willis says the cost is small compared to the $6b they're expecting to save.07 Aug 05:00 PM
