The woman alleges the defendant raped her while she was drunk and trying to sleep.

Childhood stolen and family broken after the man they met at church raped 11-year-old.

Fires were lit at two properties, Wards Line near Greytown, damaging several buildings.

His life was spinning out of control after he was the victim of a gang assault in prison.

Residents plead with the council to take further action against 'unsafe driving culture'.

Judge acknowledged that woman was not the driver but said her actions played a part.

Officers' ability to hold young criminals to account are being compromised.

Man, 31, was arrested after fleeing from a police traffic stop in vehicle towing trailer.

Police investigating an attempted kidnapping in Fendalton earlier this month continue to appeal for information from the public. Video / NZ Police

The cannon could be triggered by a button that retail staff wore on a lanyard.

Armed police attended an incident in Favona last night after a man was seriously injured by a gunshot. Video / Supplied

Nine armed officers and two St John vehicles were on the scene.

Living with rape: "The sentence that he gave me is for life'.

'Disrespectful and inflammatory' is how the lawyer's behaviour has been described.

Carolyn Sybil Ireland left thirsty and starving cattle to die on her farm.

'Not only have I been robbed, but my late parents have been as well.'

His lawyer says the Crown is only reacting to public outrage.

A vape store in central Christchurch was broken into in the early hours of this morning, only a month after opening its doors. Video / Supplied

Vehicle impounds continue across the twin cities.

The guard is stable and in recovery.

Lucy Letby charged with murder of seven babies, and attempted murder of 10.

Unlike her rapist who received intensive supervision, Sarah says she got a life sentence.

The victim rolled into a ball to protect herself from the sporting star.

Neighbour says they heard a car revving and a woman screaming overnight.

Victim's forgiveness a factor in outcome for man who posted film of her in bed.

In a rare and explosive interview, Shanelle Dawson reveals uncovered memories.

Cyber ransom gang turns the screws. A possible Russian connection emerges.

The newborn baby boy is the spitting image of his father, who he will never meet.

A serial rapist is set to be released from prison after serving 36 years behind bars.

Police, including the armed offenders squad, were called to Somme Pde on Sunday.