CrimeSupreme Court quashes David Tamihere’s convictionsIn a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has quashed David Tamihere’s convictions for the murders of Swedish backpackers Sven Urban Hoglin and Heidi Paakkonen. Video / NZ HeraldWatch31 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandChristchurch mosque gunman claims he wasn't mentally fit to plead guiltyThe gunman, who appeared via AVL in the Court of Appeal in Wellngton is seeking leave to appeal his convictions and vacate his guilty plea. Video / Mark MitchellWatch09 Feb 05:55 AM
New ZealandChristchurch mosque shooter gives evidence in appeal bidConvicted terrorist Brenton Tarrant is seeking leave to appeal his convictions and to vacate his guilty plea.Watch09 Feb 03:30 AM
New ZealandPsychiatrist speaks of Olivia Podmore’s ‘despair’ at sacrifices she madeWatch22 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandMāori King honoured, should AI run the defence force? | Focus Morning Bulletin August 31, 2024Watch30 Aug 08:38 PM
New ZealandQuashed: Court of Appeal orders retrial for man accused of murdering toddler17 Oct 07:30 PM
New ZealandSacred site on Ōwairaka Mt Albert damaged by illegal tree planting, authority rulesTūpuna Maunga Authority says planting was in a previously unmodified area.14 Oct 08:18 AM
New ZealandPeter Ellis saga explained: The twists and turns of Chch Civic Creche sex abuse caseThe man at the centre of the case is no longer alive to see today's verdicts.07 Oct 01:31 AM
New ZealandPeter Ellis may clear name posthumouslyThe decision of Peter Ellis's posthumous appeal to clear his name will be heard tomorrow.06 Oct 02:15 AM
New ZealandMurder trio's appeals dismissedThe three offenders unsuccessfully appealed their convictions in Wellington.19 Sep 08:30 PM
New ZealandChild rapist has public protection order removed - despite being deemed high riskRapist Mark Chisnall has had an order potentially keeping him in custody for life removed.29 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDrive-by shooters 'only wanted to scare'The pair will continue to serve their sentence behind bars.28 Aug 11:06 PM
New ZealandToupees and necklaces: Murderer's legal action costs taxpayers nearly $1 millionPhillip John Smith has cost taxpayers thousands of dollars each year.20 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandCourt of Appeal dismisses case of man killed by policeSteven Wallace was killed by police in 2000.15 Aug 01:47 AM
New Zealand'Mr Big' undercover sting: Man cleared of murder wanted Crown to pay upDavid Lyttle's conviction for the fatal shooting of his mate was quashed.05 Aug 05:24 AM
New ZealandAnti-water bottling campaigners overturn consentsConsents had allowed companies to extract billions of litres a year.20 Jul 02:00 AM
CrimeAltered sentence for man whose meth importation trial was eclipsed by Joseph Parker suppression battleTevita Kulu was sentenced in 2019 to 18 years' prison for the "home-grown" operation.01 Jul 12:46 AM
New ZealandSerial rapist cites childhood of abuse in failed court bid"Signature" offending seen in abductions of three different women for sex.13 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandMegaupload accused dies: 'Heartbroken' Kim Dotcom pays tribute to best friendDotcom only accused left facing US extradition.12 Jun 12:53 AM
New Zealand'Completely unsound': NZ's biggest-ever fraudster's appeal rejectedJohn Richard Bracken will stay in prison despite begging in tears to be let out.09 Jun 10:59 PM
New ZealandRapist's non-parole period quashed by Court of AppealMan who raped two women allowed to appeal against sentence; non-parole period quashed.09 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'We're the ones doing a life sentence, not him': Young mum's family angered by killer's appealAzalia Wilson died from blunt force injuries to her head, neck, abdomen and face.07 Jun 05:59 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDisgraced lawyer launches bid to return to lawDisgraced lawyer Davina Murray has launched a bid to get her legal career back.02 Jun 09:30 PM
New ZealandKiller fights for right to men's mags in prisonStephen Hudson said his right to freedom of expression was breached.01 Jun 10:35 PM
New ZealandFatal police shooting from 22 years ago under spotlightSteven Wallace's encounter with police lasted just six minutes before he was shot.30 May 09:18 PM
BusinessFormer New Zealand women's rugby league team physiotherapist denied shot at Supreme Court appealNorthland physio Skye Renes denied Supreme Court appeal against ACC fraud convictions.30 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandScott Watson wins legal challenge to argue crucial evidenceControversial photo montage evidence to go under microscope.25 May 12:42 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWaiheke vineyard loses yet againBusiness argued the Environment Court had exceeded its jurisdiction.24 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandInmate busted using girlfriend to smuggle meth behind barsPlan foiled by "non-contact" visit.21 May 07:30 AM
