KahuJoanne Wickliffe appointed Rotorua District Court judgeWickliffe will be sworn in on August 2.14 Jul 06:28 PM
New ZealandKiller, sex offender allegedly acts as lawyer from prison - convinces cop he is oneThe notorious inmate was denied parole this week.13 Jul 05:00 PM
Kahu'I was punished': David Letele confronts former gang president father about criminal historyBy age 19, Letele Snr was the Mongrel Mob's president.12 Jul 06:05 PM
New ZealandKiwi brothers out of Thai prison, back in NZ after roadside struggle with copHamish and Mattson Day express 'sincere gratitude' to everyone who helped get them home.12 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew police investigation into infamous prison escapee and murderer Phillip John SmithHe was jailed for life in 1995 for murdering the father of a boy he sexually abused.10 Jul 03:30 AM
KahuMum of three reached the bottom, now she's on her way upAfter years of pain, Kimi Parata breaks her cycle of offending.08 Jul 07:07 PM
CrimeFirst he targeted jewellery stores. Then teen crim graduated to prison stabbingsTwo brazen daytime heists, both terrifying shoppers at crowded malls, netted $850,000.05 Jul 11:31 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Oranga Tamariki boss must have missed memo on handling leaks and staff moraleOPINION: Chappie Te Kani slams staff leaks as his organisation lets hundreds go.01 Jul 05:05 PM
New ZealandFamily 'bewildered' after MAFS groom died in prisonAndrew Jury's family said they were 'bewildered' and 'deeply saddened' by his death.01 Jul 12:13 AM
New ZealandInvestigation launched after inmate dies at Mt Eden prisonPolice were advised of the incident and have notified the man’s next of kin.30 Jun 07:49 AM
WorldIn(ti)mate: Woman arrested after footage of officer's alleged sex with prisoner goes viralThe video is reported to have been taken in the scandal-ridden HMP Wandsworth in London.30 Jun 04:23 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du-Plessis Allan: The two main issues with the Three Strikes Law 2.0OPINION: Government MPs should prepare for an influx of angry emails.29 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldGerman woman given harsher sentence than rapist for calling him ‘pig’‘Maja R’ jailed for ‘defaming’ gang-rapist by messaging him after he avoided prison.29 Jun 04:13 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Wilson"Being brave is the deep breath you take before doing something you’ve never imagined before" - Moana JacksonMoana Jackson had a dream and he wanted everyone to be brave enough to help realise it.27 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuThree Strikes Bill: Evidence shows punishment doesn’t stop re-offending says criminologistThe reinstatement of the law will bring back the Three Strikes regime25 Jun 07:45 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsThree Strikes 2.0: Why the Government has watered down the hardline policyThe 'manifestly unjust' clause will apply to both sentence length and parole.24 Jun 11:40 PM
KahuChildren's Minister explains how 'boot camps' will benefit young offendersKaren Chhour defends the military-style camps.24 Jun 06:38 PM
New ZealandWoman's crucial role as mule for a jailhouse drug ringWhen Freedom Walker visited her partner in jail, she took meth and cannabis with her.24 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionBill for new Waikeria Prison climbs as public-private partners wrangle over big Covid claimThe new 600-bed prison in Te Awamutu should be finished late this year.23 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: Police officers who use ‘rough justice’ are no longer acceptableOPINION: The latest police incident shows crooks haven’t changed but the cops have.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand100 Days Free | JoshDetermined to start a new life and reunite with his kids, this is the story of Josh's first 100 days free. Made with the support of NZ On Air.Watch21 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Seven ways we could be like ScandinaviaOPINION: Seven things that work well in Scandinavia that we could do too.21 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand100 Days Free | EthanDetermined to stay clean and out of trouble following a seven-month prison stint, Ethan is on a journey of healing. Made with the support of NZ On Air.Watch21 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand100 Days Free | WattieBlack Power enforcer Wattie has spent 41 of the last 42 years in prison, but he's now free and determined to stay out of jail. Made with the support of NZ On Air.Watch21 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm so sorry': Watch the emotional moment lifelong Kiwi prisoner reunites with familyBeyond the wire: Documentary follows Kiwi prisoners on first 100 days of freedom.21 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuKidnap victim 'wants to forget', while whānau has message for her tormentorKayla Pawa is recovering from her horrific ordeal, surrounded by aroha.20 Jun 09:44 PM
KahuGovernment’s ‘tough on crime’ policy is starting to blow out prison numbersPrisoners on remand rises drastically under new regime.19 Jun 08:36 PM
New ZealandDeath of Otago prisoner 'preventable' - coronerThe inmate who died had been considered mentally 'unwell' and 'unpredictable' in the past.18 Jun 07:45 PM
New Zealand'Injured mana': Reformed criminal turned drug counsellor sought $700,000 compensationPaora Sweeney wanted a marae-based apology from the prison manager for 'injury' to mana.17 Jun 05:08 AM
KahuRehabilitative courses opening for remand prison inmatesCorrections Minister Mark Mitchell commits to Hōkai Rangi.16 Jun 10:35 PM
New ZealandMore people serving time in prison found not guiltyMan imprisoned for nine months awaiting trial says he went 'to some dark places'.16 Jun 07:54 PM
KahuMāori law expert says tikanga progress in the judicial system is unstoppableMamari Stephens says judges are looking at the application of ture-tikanga.16 Jun 06:39 PM
Kahu'The pride I had in that can’t be measured': Six more prison inmates join Lowie's squad; Sir Graham reflects on programmeSix inmates graduate from Sir Graham Lowe's prison programme.14 Jun 05:05 PM
New ZealandLowe-down on Sir Graham's prison programmeSir Graham Lowe and Minister of Corrections Mark Mitchell attending the graduation of the prison programme called Kick for the Seagulls.Watch14 Jun 05:00 PM
