'Shattered worlds': Victims of teenage rapist Jayden Meyer speak out
'This has been a challenge like no other and has taught us all a very valuable lesson.'
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Crowds gather to protest sentence given to Jayden Meyer
A crowd gathered in Mount Maunganui protesting the home detention sentence given to teenage rapist Jayden Meyer. Video / Ethan Griffiths
'It's a holiday' - Hundreds turn out to protest teen rapist's home detention sentence
Public backlash has been immense since details of the teen's sentence were revealed.
Youth crime spike: Unused fingerprint evidence enabling 'hundreds' of young criminals
Youth crime in Auckland has increased 16 per cent this year, compared with 2021.
Why prosecutor didn't seek prison term for teen rapist
Crown Solicitor did not oppose a sentence of home detention.
'It is what it is': Burglar caught crawling out of jewellery store with $11k in goods
The thief said he was "trying to keep up with boys up North".
Punk rock musician dies, man charged with murder
A 25-year-old man has been charged with murder and arson.
Focus: Joseph Brider's ex-partner speaks out
An ex-partner of convicted killer Joseph Brider, who suffered serious abuse at his hand, feels guilt-ridden he went on to kill Juliana Herrera. Video / Mike Scott
Operation Cobalt: Significant drug operation in Ashburton
The biggest drugs operation in Ashburton in recent years has seen more than 160 charges filed against 18 people, following a series of search warrants in the area this week. Video / NZ Police
'Wanted to see more of her body': Father caught filming in pool changing rooms
The man was caught in the act by a woman who saw the phone on the floor recording her.
Lawyer sounds warning over $100k Kirsty Bentley murder reward
Barrister cautions reward could lead to someone lying just to get the money.
'The hazard was obvious': Judge orders Te Kuiti meat plant to pay $320K after worker's death
Jared Te Whare died after suffering a seizure while on a legging stand at UBP.
Appeal for violent murder of pregnant girlfriend declined
Court has declined appeal by convicted murderer.
Focus Live: Andrew Coster addresses media on joint IPCA and OPC report
Police Commissioner Andrew Coster claims officers only took photos to confirm or rule out offenders. Video / NZ Herald
Christchurch pair in court on drug charges after 'potential overdose' of 20-year-old at weekend
Two people have appeared in court following the fatal MDMA overdose of a Chch man.
Fears 'extremely dangerous' gunman fled South Island on domestic flight
Police confirm shooting suspect is in Hawke's Bay area but is "extremely transient".
Auckland gang boss gets home detention after 'significant outburst of violence'
The president of the Rebels in Māngere was arrested months after the New Year's assault.
Drug dealer says rehab changed his life as he escapes jail term
Court says addict drug-dealer, facing 77 charges, genuinely realised harm meth causes.
Man who killed tame deer given community detention
Family's pet deer called Dansey lived in a paddock with six sheep.
Man jailed for 30-years of 'monstrous and ongoing' sexual offending
Man's sexual abuse of relatives continued even after he was given a chance to stop.
Man arrested after jewellery store burglary
The charges relate to the theft of $52,000 worth of jewellery.
'You're a monster': Elderly man jailed for sex crimes against a father and son
First he preyed on the man. Six years later he targeted the man's son.
First potential miscarriage of justice to be referred back to court
The Criminal Cases Review Commission aims to refer its first case back to an appeal court.
Canada mass stabbing: Suspect's long criminal record
'I want to know the reasons behind the decision' to release him - Public Safety Minister.
Not guilty by reason of insanity: Bystanders filmed as motorist rammed police car
Woman was released from a mental health unit but is under a compulsory treatment order.
Protests organised after teen rapist's home detention sentence
The protests have the support of social media influencer Jazz Thornton.
Another Killer Beez gang member pleads guilty to sloppy revenge plot that terrorised Ōtara
Multiple homes were shot at, including neighbours of the intended targets.
'Whole different ballgame': Mayor speaks after gunpoint robbery as manhunt continues
The town's mayor says there could have been real consequences if the gun was used.
Guns linked to Mongols gang found in police raid on $5m Auckland mansion
Military-style weapons found in waterfront Remuera property rented by Mongols gang.
"No-one's coming to save you": Man jailed for violence against partner
A man smashed a woman's phone as she tried to call 111 during a violent domestic attack.
Banned: Drink-driver who fought arrest loses bid for clemency
Book thrown at repeat drink driver with 'certain attitude to court orders'.
Ex-teacher twice jailed for child sex abuse pleads guilty to new charges
Ex-students not among his victims but teaching background used to gain access in new case.
Middlemore Hospital impostor doctor pleads guilty to forging document
The man worked as a doctor in South Auckland despite having no formal qualifications.
Giving low-risk prisoners longer to prepare for their sentences would benefit everyone
Currently, only exceptional circumstances mean people get time to prepare for jail.