'Akin to torture': Couple found guilty of elder abuse of man with dementia
The man was kept locked up at home most of each day.
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R Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison
The singer was found to have subjected young fans to systematic sexual abuse.
Funeral held for stabbing victim Laisa Waka Tunidau before repatriation
Her body will be returned to her homeland of Fiji today.
'Choose someone you trust': Lawyer fined $7500 in EPOA misuse case
Lawyer fined after another enduring power of attorney stole money, asset from donor.
Random killing of mother: Health Minister expresses condolences to grieving family
Documents show staffing crisis at Hillmorton was escalated by health officials in January.
'If I had a superpower': Girl wishes she could erase hundreds of rapes suffered
The girl was raped at least three times a week over a number of years.
One-woman prison riot: Convicted killer's damage spree costs $18,000
Three years after receiving her life sentence, Katrina Epiha has caused $18,370 damage.
Grandfather to pay granddaughter $10,700 after renting her an unhealthy home
Landlord refused to repair property rented to his granddaughter and also slept over.
'Disgusting': Outrage as young driver who killed five teens in crash sentenced
Driver on restricted licence had been drinking before high-speed crash.
'Huge concern': Nearly a third of adults were a victim of crime in 2021
Survey shows 1.2 million Kiwis were victims of a crime last year. Who's most at risk?
West Auckland car park murder: Outburst in court as trio plead not guilty
The courtroom erupted into yelling and a person was removed from the dock.
Ghislaine Maxwell sentenced to 20 years prison - 'biggest regret I met Epstein'
'My association with Jeffrey Epstein will permanently stain me.'
From dominatrix 'meth queen' to dog trainer: Early prison release for drug dealer
A woman who dealt millions worth of meth is to be released from prison early.
'There's a lot of vigilante talk': Ram raids keep business owners up at night
Northland business owners are having sleepless nights after two ram-raids in one weekend.
After three random attacks: Are NZ streets more violent than before?
Random knife attacks, gang violence and ram raids. What is behind the violence in NZ?
Man cultivated specific cannabis strain to relieve his chronic pain
A growing room was set up in his garage with specialised heating, lighting and ventilation
Political figure loses suppression appeal but may seek Supreme Court date
The Herald is arguing for identifying political figure named during high-profile case.
Man charged with Rosehill murder
A man has been charged with the murder of Jashandeep Singh.
Hawke's Bay police identify 11 more vehicles in connection to street activities
Hawke's Bay police seek further vehicles after illegal street activity
Thieves steal 70 native plants from school's Matariki project
The plantings were stolen from Tamatea High School.
Ghislaine Maxwell faces sentencing as Epstein's confidante and enabler
New York Times: The former socialite may spend much of the rest of her life in prison.
Man cites language barrier and lawyer's 'illegitimate actions' in second failed appeal
Sharanjeet Singh says he was 'forced' to admit strangling and threat charges.
Fatal stabbing: Frustration and anger grow over unanswered questions
Mother-of-four Laisa Maraia Tunidau was killed in the random street attack.
Court struggles with a (sometimes naked) mental health patient
Woman will stay in custody for one more week while the court works out what to do.
Tribesmen gang was shifting millions of dollars of meth during lockdown
Tamal Edward McMeekan admitted his role in the gang's drug dealing, ahead of his trial.
Police identify body found in Miramar, Wellington, but death still unexplained
A member of the public noticed the body in the water on Monday afternoon.
Mum hit by bottle at Kiwis v Tonga game says corporate box patrons started fight
'There were many bottles and cans, full and empty, being thrown at us down below.'
'Unheard of': How a 501 deportee won right to return to Oz
Deportee: 'Australia wanted us out, no matter what'.
'Scary mobster' jailed 12 years for brutal sexual assault
The defendant did not accept the verdict and was not remorseful for his crime.
Mt Smart melee: Bottled woman says corporate-box culprits must be held to account
Police are still hunting for the drunk fans who hurled bottles from a corporate box.
Plainclothes cop on unmarked bike hits Auckland highways
Dangerous drivers in the Super City be warned - police now have an unmarked bike.
'Fragile mental state': North Shore stabbing accused keeps name suppression
The man is set to appear in North Shore District Court early this afternoon.
Ben McIntosh Glen Eden murder: Fourth person charged amid homicide investigation
The 36-year-old father of one died earlier this month in Auckland Hospital.