‘South Auckland rapist’ to stay in jail at least two more years
Violent sexual violator of nearly 50 women and girls still considered 'undue risk'.
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Privileged prisoners lose perks after escape attempt, vandalism and discovery of contraband
Chief custodial officer says the three inmates behaviour was 'clearly unacceptable'.
Septuagenarian goes to court over sexual offending
Court sentences Northland sexual offender to prison
'Cloud of uncertainty': Children caught up in parents' international tug-o-war
The mother wanted them to remain in New Zealand, while the father wanted them in Europe.
Kiwi mum who allegedly beat toddler to death seriously assaulted in prison
Ellen Craig was extradited back to Australia last year to face charges for murder.
A Kiwi couple hated an 'ugly' 3D model of their newborn so much that they went to the Disputes Tribunal
The couple claimed the skin colour was wrong and the hands and feet weren't right.
Trust issues: She claims money is missing. Her ex claims he can prove otherwise
Access is required: Ex may have answers but can't get in the door to get them.
Man on a mission for cheesecake gets caught drink driving again
His second trip ended when he crashed his car into a bank and was flown to hospital.
Man makes three false emergency calls in one week, starts fires to film firefighters in action
The man claimed he was burning his court paperwork which led to a fire.
'Close call': Mental health worker sacked after refusing vaccine awarded $43,000
The woman had a 'sound' reason to refuse the jab, the authority said.
Waikeria prison riot trial: ‘Screaming, laughing, yahooing’ as prisoners light fires, break out onto roof
Eleven men are on trial in the High Court at Hamilton facing a variety of charges.
Jury retires to deliberate verdicts in Ōtorohanga road-rage manslaughter
The jury began its deliberations about 11.15am today.
Woman who drove drunk, kicked police officer walks from court with clean slate
A mix of shock, upset and alcohol was behind her impulsive decision to drive home.
Death at a service station: A dad of six and the encounter with two gang members
Defence says it was a fast-moving scene and Crown must prove assault was intentional.
'The victim relied upon you': Caregiver ignored elderly woman's open wounds for months
It was only when police arrived at her property they discovered she needed urgent care.
Damaged wetlands and an unusual jail sentence: Appeal court sees risk of a miscarriage of justice
Couple found guilty of 35 charges related to wetlands given leave to bring a new appeal.
90-day trial botch-up: Doggy daycare fined after firing young woman
DogHQ in Albany said they were advised they could extend the 90-day trial - they couldn't.
Black Power enforcer to step down from gang to focus on his whānau
The sergeant at arms is currently in jail for the death of a rival gang member.
Disqualified driver escapes punishment for flouting court orders
Driver disqualified after almost killing victim back behind wheel without consequences,
‘Government is intentionally misleading New Zealanders’: Mayors react as Three Waters legal challenge fails
'Central government are taking the assets, but not providing fair compensation.'
Al fresco justice: Gisborne court operates outside following Cyclone Gabrielle
The outdoor hearings ran 'without a hitch', the Chief District Court Judge said.
Three Waters: Councils' effort to keep control of water assets fails
What the High Court said about a district council's challenge to Three Waters legislation.
Couple claims builder made $450,000 cladding bungle, court disagrees
After six years a couple will have to pay the legal costs of a builder they sued.
'Something needs to be done to re-programme you': 'Danger to women' back behind bars
Three women have protection orders out against the 22-year-old.
Squatter found with drugs, a shotgun and ammunition in remote mountain valley home
The squatter 'pestered friend' for the gun in order to shoot goats, he said.
82-year-old farmer who badly treated cattle admits management of his farm “got away on him”
Farmer fined for ill treatment of cows on Kaipara cattle farm
'One-off situation': Jockey cops one-year ban after positive meth test
Toni Moki says she smoked class A drug as a "one-off" thing after her partner proposed.
'It was literally raining glass' on Corrections officers during riot
The trial is set down for an estimated 12 weeks and involves 11 accused.
Man found not guilty of raping sleeping woman
Riccardo Gilheaney-Fraser was found not guilty of rape after a week long trial.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Reshuffle and AVL allows courts to reopen in Hastings
Jury trials were called off and could be affected into next month.
'Severe departure from accepted practice': Countdown pharmacy dispenses wrong drugs
Woman had 'heart attack'-like symptoms after getting a double dose of blood medication.
Man with hip replacements died of heart failure after heavy metal levels weren't checked
HDC: Toxicity buildup went undiagnosed and contributed to his eventual heart failure.
Struck-off lawyer who married killer wants to practise again
Davina Reid was struck off for smuggling contraband into prison.
‘Pack your s**t up and go’: Employee alleges broadcaster yelled at her, punched desk
Ani O'Brien says she was subect to aggressive behaviour from Plunket.