New ZealandEx-cop who raped sleeping colleague to be released from prisonHaving served a third of his sentence, Jamie Foster has been granted parole25 Mar 05:23 AM
New ZealandInland Revenue breaches real estate agent's rights to a fair trialA real estate agent is off the tax hook after the High Court ruled IRD was at fault.25 Mar 02:39 AM
New Zealand'A boy battling his past': Waikato methamphetamine manufacturer pens poem to judgeAlan McQuade had a traumatic childhood, which led him down a destructive path.25 Mar 12:28 AM
New ZealandHarmful levels of mould cause closure of police cells in NelsonFlooding compounds 'dire' state of Nelson police custody unit.24 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandGang warfare: Child run down by Crips member in act of 'vengeance'A Crips affiliate drove into a group of Mongrel Mob members, running down a child.23 Mar 04:32 PM
New ZealandCourt rules cabin crew's overnight stopovers aren't workThe decision means staff won't be paid for the time they are away from home at night.23 Mar 05:51 AM
New ZealandWaiter sacked after five shifts awarded almost $20,000Waiter pressured into working as a cook 'under the threat of a written warning'.23 Mar 05:30 AM
New ZealandFather sentenced after crash kills daughter's unborn childWheelchair user Michael Eichler hopes to one day mend his relationship with his daughter.22 Mar 11:47 PM
CrimeFlutey charged with aggravated assault on police among range of chargesProminent anti-vaxxer Brad Flutey appears on charges relating to a January 17 incident.22 Mar 11:22 PM
New ZealandLanguage barrier blamed for violent offendingTaunted for speaking Te Reo: Nelson man says offending linked to troubled past22 Mar 04:06 AM
New ZealandDrink-driver caught speeding and running red lightsThe man sped through Whanganui's city centre and ran two red lights while driving drunk.22 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandFather-of-five deported to NZ: 'I always said I would never disown my kids like my dad did with me'NZ-born man pleaded with authorities to let him stay in Australia.21 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandDealer sold drugs to high-schoolers to pay medical bills, students turn up amid police bustThe dealer was baking a batch of cannabis confectionery when police arrived.21 Mar 05:30 AM
New ZealandMan develops prostate cancer after doctors mishandle test proceduresA patient developed prostate cancer after doctors failed to follow prescribed procedures.20 Mar 11:24 PM
New ZealandMan died after hitting unlit trailer parked on a dark streetTruckie's conviction stands following the death of a friend on motorbike.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandDunedin's Kavanagh College to be renamed after sexual abuse investigationThe school will become Trinity Catholic College from January 1, 2023.18 Mar 10:25 PM
New ZealandFined: Dairy company kept dumping wastewater despite warningsRegional council: The penalty serves as a reminder to others about following the rules.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We're sorry': The organic dairy company that caused a right stink after illegally dumping wastewaterWaiū Dairy CEO: We're sorry, our actions don't represent the values of kaitiakitanga.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandInmates who shanked prisoner sentenced to more jail timeThe attack only stopped once prison officers intervened.18 Mar 01:29 AM
New ZealandFive homicides 'absolutely avoidable', a total system failureFive homicides by five mentally-ill people have been the subjects of extensive inquests.17 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandThe aftermath: Five homicides, five people failed by the mental health systemA trail of grief, scrutiny, and learnings - how could these deaths have been prevented?17 Mar 11:00 PM
Crime'You don't seem to learn': Judge sentences recidivist drink-driver to jailThere came a time when community protection was paramount, judge said.17 Mar 04:03 AM
New ZealandMan accused of murdering baby Hope granted bailHope died in Starship children's hospital after her life support was turned off.17 Mar 02:46 AM
New ZealandAffordable homes battle: Company says pay up - couple say fix itNelson couple fighting builder face legal bills about half what it cost to build house.16 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandVictim remains hypersensitive after suffering years of abuseMM spent most of his life in jail after years of physical and sexual abuse in state care.16 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandMāori Law Society to help sacked workerWorker dismissed over vaccination status will challenge using principles of tikanga.16 Mar 03:30 AM
CrimeJudge says sentence recommendation for repeat drink-drivers too softKaipara man "drunk as a skunk" when he drove into an oncoming vehicle: judge15 Mar 09:42 PM
EmploymentCrown says court must mark gravity of the offending and its duty to protect childrenCourt refuses discharge for Whangarei man who spoke indecently to a young house guest15 Mar 04:28 AM
New ZealandSocial media used for the sale and supply of drugsJeremiah Peipi used social media for the sale and supply of class A and B drugs.15 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandTradie with five strikes hits backHastings tradie says he's served community honestly and faithfully.15 Mar 12:38 AM
CrimeMan jailed for violently assaulting dairy owner with a metal barWhangārei man jailed for a violent attack on shopkeeper14 Mar 06:10 PM
New Zealand'I feel like nobody cares and nobody listens', says grandmother of kid with fetal alcohol disorderGrandmother gives evidence at tribunal hearing into alcohol-related harm on Māori.14 Mar 06:50 AM
New ZealandBoys say they were beaten bloody by stepmotherBoys allege regular assaults, but defence says their account is made up.14 Mar 05:45 AM
New ZealandChildren turned into gang members by statePaora Sweeney and Wiremu Waikari suffered appalling abuse at the hands of state carers.14 Mar 04:45 AM
