PremiumPremiumOpinionEmma Priest: The risks of a victim-centric approach to rape trialsOPINION: A former Crown prosecutor turned defence lawyer puts her case for defendants.17 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandCameras in public toilets: Sex predator banned from regionExtensive conditions placed on paroled repeat sex offender still considered a high risk.13 Apr 05:40 PM
New ZealandDilworth abuse survivors back lawyer Frances Joychild QC to head inquiryA leading human rights lawyer has been selected to lead the independent Inquiry.12 Apr 06:26 AM
New ZealandWhen the lessons end: A secret relationship with her music teacherHe was in his 50s, she was 16.12 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandGang member found guilty over violent sex attackA Dunedin gang member has been convicted of rape and other charges after a week-long trial08 Apr 08:10 PM
New ZealandFourteen years' jail for father who raped and abused daughterThe judge hopes the 'bright, bubbly, intelligent' girl can recover from the abuse.08 Apr 06:28 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNaked man in Tauranga reserve: Second woman speaks outThere have been three incidents of a similar nature reported to police.06 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldGhislaine Maxwell family 'shocked' by denial of new trialIt comes after a juror failed to disclose he was sexually abused as a child.06 Apr 12:32 AM
New ZealandCorrections 'have not followed process at all' for trans prisonerA trans man says he was endangered on multiple occasions when in the care of Corrections.03 Apr 11:26 PM
New ZealandFormer members renew bid to have charity status of Gloriavale trust revokedThe charities regulator has again been asked to investigate the trust behind Gloriavale.02 Apr 06:59 PM
LifestyleMeet 'Red Wolf', the Kiwi sexologist helping women heal from abuseSexual counsellor Nina Powell helps women find healing and self-confidence.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandEx-cop who raped colleague to be released from prison despite victim's concernsJamie Foster had been granted parole; Parole Board released its written decision today.01 Apr 03:24 AM
RoyalsOpinion: Queen's Prince Andrew move was a huge mistakeThe Queen has just done something that shocked everyone who witnessed it.30 Mar 05:24 AM
New Zealand'Human pass-the-parcel': Judge forced to bail disabled sex assault-accused after Ministry says 'no beds'Intellectually disabled man accused of sex crime bailed to campground in "appalling" case.29 Mar 05:31 AM
WorldIndigenous tell Pope of abuses at Canada residential schoolsIndigenous leaders spoke of the abuse they suffered at the hands of Catholic priests.28 Mar 10:12 PM
New Zealand'Frightening': Women sexually abused as children tipped into menopause 11 years younger"It's frightening to be honest, especially considering fertility and long-term problems."27 Mar 11:48 PM
New ZealandPolitical figure seeks further bid to keep suppression in former rich-lister's caseThe ongoing legal battle centres around the crimes of a wealthy businessman.25 Mar 04:27 AM
New ZealandMan followed and sexually assaulted female shoppers - just days after prison releaseOut of prison, Leroy Tairakena's 10-day deviancy spree began at a women's jiu-jitsu class.22 Mar 04:53 PM
New ZealandDozens of convicted sex offenders claim miscarriage of justice125 sex offenders claim miscarriage of justice - victims' advocate calls it 'frightening'.21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandUniversity rapist: He held a pillow over her head after she confronted him; he's been allowed to keep studyingThe man has admitted on a recording that the assaults were "technically rape".19 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAre students safe? Sexual violence, bullying and harassment at top unisSexual harassment agencies have called for an independent body to be created.19 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 ZealandHorse trainer on being sexually assaulted by bossEve Ainscow on being sexually assaulted by her boss while working as a horse trainer on film and TV sets. Video / Dean PurcellWatch18 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'My career got destroyed': The young women, a film industry boss - and a fight for justiceWayne McCormack's influence in the NZ film industry endures even after assaulting staff.18 Mar 04:00 PM
CrimeSex offender guilty of breaching register rulesRegistered sex offender has given the public another reason to be careful on social media.15 Mar 07:08 PM
New Zealand'Depraved' businessman who filmed himself raping child appeals sentenceA man jailed for raping a little girl is also continuing his name suppression fight.14 Mar 10:42 PM
New ZealandRape victim moved to act after hearing man abused anotherTwo victims, 20 years apart, speak out about rapist and sex abuser Robin Hermansen.11 Mar 03:09 AM
New ZealandEx Airbnb host filmed women in shower, and unconscious victimPornography addict gets further jail term for making intimate videos and posting them.11 Mar 02:13 AM
WorldWoman says cops betrayed her, broke her trust and violated her rightsThe DNA collected in a previous case was used to arrest her for an unrelated crime.11 Mar 02:13 AM
Lifestyle'Unauthentic': Activist Grace Tame lashes out at Aussie PMFormer Australian of the Year Grace Tame has made another powerful public speech.09 Mar 07:13 PM
New Zealand'Disastrous for his career': Dunedin student appeals convictionAccused's application was turned down in the District Court so he went to the High Court.04 Mar 07:16 PM
New ZealandThe teacher, the sexual proposition for money - and a 34-year wait for an apologyGlenn Marshall was 17 when teacher Pinky Green asked him to tie him naked to a chair.04 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAll-boys school latest to apologise for historical incidentsTauranga Boys' College says a review of historical harassment was not good enough.04 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandChild sex abuse claimants need more support in court - expertsDr Kim McGregor: "If adults need support, children and young people need that even more."28 Feb 07:25 PM
