New Zealand'Just wants to hit people': Woman attacked motorist, ripped out hair and racially abused neighbour A judge said Anna Rikiau just 'wanted to hit people' and needed to be sent to prison.31 Oct 07:00 AM
CrimeGuilty: Tears and applause as guilty verdict returned after man shot dead in the streetJames Holder shot and killed David Bridgwater during an early morning confrontation. 31 Oct 05:13 AM
New ZealandMan was showing grandson how to light kerosene fridge moments before deadly explosionThe tragedy has prompted a warning about the dangers of mixing fuels.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Clang of the prison gates’: NZDF wants soldier who tried to spy moved to civilian prison30 Oct 01:12 AM
New ZealandMan who murdered jogger says lyrics from thrash metal band fed his 'evil ideologies'29 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung girl playing with her toys led to the discovery she was being raped by her father29 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandWoman now living in 'state of survival mode' after partner's meth-fuelled attack29 Oct 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Lost our happy place': Family traumatised after being hit by another boat while fishing28 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandBaby girl had just been diagnosed with reflux when her father killed her He has since been jailed. Now a coroner is now looking into whether changes are needed.28 Oct 06:15 AM
New Zealand'Inappropriate': Teacher falls pregnant after becoming caregiver for teen she used to teachShe proceeded with an application to become his caregiver, despite advice against it.28 Oct 03:59 AM
New ZealandParole Board to learn if convicted murderer Mark Lundy has been complying with release conditionsLundy was released from prison in May after spending more than 23 years behind bars. 27 Oct 08:32 PM
New Zealand'He no longer has power over me': Victim confronts 'predator', saying she'll never forgive himRobert Manu Tukiri Jnr has been jailed for sexually abusing four children.27 Oct 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Danger to the public': Builder pocketed $25k in deposits for work he never undertookMultiple complaints have been lodged against Wellington builder Colby Kelly-Nash. 27 Oct 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘The evidence is overwhelming’: PI cleared after client’s AI-inspired complaintThe man sought a $2000 refund after claiming the PI’s report was ‘not fit for purpose’.27 Oct 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Intense' retired surgeon fights against compulsory mental health treatment order The man was taken into a mental health treatment unit after concerns about his behaviour.27 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandMigrant forced to leave NZ after immigration adviser gives 'atrociously poor advice' He had to leave a good job and sell his assets before relocating overseas.26 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandSex offender wins fight against prison manager after scrapping of pen pal schemeThe service was scrapped after a paedophile tried to write to his pen pal's daughter. 26 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandSupermarket's kebab ad sparks complaint about gender roles, belittling menFoodstuffs says the ad was intended as a light-hearted piece about family meals.25 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandPensioner spent nearly two years in cold, damp council unit then got evictedShe won the first battle but has now been evicted for rent arrears.25 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandDairy owner injured while wrestling customer over pack of cigarettesSuathi Lam ended up needing hospital treatment for injuries to her face and elbow. 25 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHigh Court awards Catholic nuns $65,000 from man's "vague" willThe man wanted to leave his Christchurch home to be used as a 'relax' for nuns. 25 Oct 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Vigilante action': A man had his truck stolen, so he took it back, along with 84 beehives The hives contained live bees, with the colonies being worth more than $33k.25 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandFrom politics to pot: How an ex-health promoter's ideals led to drug convictionsPolice estimated Aaryn Barlow's cannabis haul was valued at $420,000.24 Oct 10:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm genuinely sorry': Gangster's jailhouse apology for motorcycle crash that killed coupleWhen Mark Kimber closes his eyes, he sees Karen Boucher's face.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘F*** you, I did not’: Man shouts at judge at sentencing for 'sadistic' sex assaultsA judge said the offending was so serious, he considered escalating it to a higher court.24 Oct 07:06 AM
Crime‘A bad day’: Former NZ Idol judge Paul Ellis on driving while 7 times over limitThe 62-year-old's life unravelled in 2015 after a separation and the death of friends.24 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandArmed standoff: Nelson man allegedly threatened to blow up buildings within 100m radiusThe man, supported in court by several people, said 'I love you all' as he was led away.24 Oct 02:35 AM
New Zealand‘Profoundly painful’: Imam slams court move to let terrorist speak at inquestVictims and families don't want to see Brenton Tarrant's face or hear his voice.24 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandRelief teacher caught 'bragging' about sexual escapades in front of classGraham Reinheimer then tried to blame the students, saying they baited him.23 Oct 09:55 PM
New ZealandGang members say illegal raffle was to fund kids' Rainbow's End visitPrizes on offer in the draw included a 2005 V-Rod motorcycle or $10,000 cash.23 Oct 06:00 AM
Crime'You stole what wasn’t yours': Woman reclaims power when facing rapist in courtMark Rangihuna has been jailed for raping the woman in Wellington about a decade ago. 23 Oct 05:00 AM
