'A monster sitting on my chest': Abused boy grew into rapist
Yaell Verheul will be eligible to apply for parole in two years.
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Rapist, 89, tried for compassionate release from prison but died while still locked up
The man was serving an eight-year prison term for two decades of 'grave' sexual offending.
‘I only had half a cider’: Drunk doctor who crashed into parked car has charge dismissed
The woman's mental health struggles were enough to see her application granted.
'Not what they bargained for': Tenants had to travel 20km for a shower
Lack of shower access was just one of many problems for the five occupants.
'She is still the only person who matters': Moana's Pākehā family speak after custody ruling
Moana was taken from her birth mother by Oranga Tamariki at the age of 3.
Grandmother important in preserving boy's ties to whānau
Grandmother's affectionate, loving relationship with grandson too important to lose.
Family court step-dad decision may deter blended families, divorce lawyer says
The man paid for designer clothes and bags, holidays and the $24k tuition.
Mongols trial: Jury given a stern warning not to assume
The Auckland man was a member of the gang for the 'social' aspect, his lawyer says.
Schizophrenic man who killed homeless woman unfit for trial, detained in hospital
The man kicked a homeless woman repeatedly in a violent attack without motive.
New conviction for politician's attacker following Parliament riot
The man has a previous conviction for punching Green Party co-leader James Shaw.
Ex-reality TV star charged in alleged hit-and-run of police officer
The incident brought Auckland city traffic to a standstill on Wednesday night.
'You're going to kill me': Man jailed for abusing wife
Junior Pelesauma Seu-Leniu has a long history of assaulting his partner.
Court declares man girl’s stepdad, despite splitting from her mother
The man didn't feel he should have to keep supporting the teen once the marriage ended.
Landlord challenged about leaky home repairs responded by sending family an eviction notice
They suffered for over a year while their home was damp and seeped with water.
Descent into chaos blamed on the company he kept
As the victim was on the phone, De Garnham slammed into the side of his vehicle.
Worker suffers brain injury after being hit by vehicle at site without traffic plan
The companies responsible have now been ordered to pay more than $320,000.
Mongols trial: Defence counsel questions Crown witness' 'reliability'
Ron Mansfield says key Crown witness was a 'grave disappointment'.
'Strange, eh': Black Power president challenges manslaughter conviction
Did Damien Kuru's calm exterior show he sanctioned a hit against a rival?
'I've had enough of you': Apprentice dismissed by text awarded $28,000
"You are no longer employed": Apprentice fired over text while at hospital with sister.
Life sentence for woman who killed Dale Watene
Sandy Graham was told the killing and cover-up was callous and merciless.
Senior lawyer sends junior counsel to 'high-stakes' sentencing
His actions, which delayed the meth-dealing case, have been referred to the Law Society.
Man who strangled partner with baby nearby avoids prison 'by the skin of his teeth'
"She doesn’t want to see you go to prison, but she wants you to get the help you need."
Milk Wars: Dairy farmer takes Fonterra back to court over milk collection
Philip Woolley was dumping thousands of litres of milk daily while under a court order.
Woman found with weapons in her wardrobe, ammo in her handbag sentenced
After she was filmed at target practice, police moved in and made an arrest.
‘Got a heavy foot’: Destiny Church leader’s history of speeding comes back to bite
John Ferris was discharged on four Covid-19 breaches, but convicted of dangerous driving.
'Sad history of deprivation': Young offender takes action against psychiatric report mess
Ongoing issues with court-ordered mental health reports boil over into the High Court.
'Really happy': victim on Dilworth abuser Ian Wilson remaining behind bars for another year
Ian Wilson was jailed for 3 years and seven months for abusing five boys.
Baby in hospital bin: Woman pleads guilty to leaving body
She was granted interim name suppression until her sentencing next year.
'I'm in big, big trouble': Builder allegedly kidnapped, threatened after botched job
Court told builder was lured to a house and threatened with hedge trimmers.
Teen to fight murder charge after death of toddler
A trial is likely to be held late next year.
Pyramid scheme: Court orders $18,000 investment to be paid back to victim
Tionly Fatukala invested her money after being promised a three-to-one return.
Ex-Parliament staffer named after swindling $55k of tax payers money
Prosecutor: 'He ripped off the whole country.'
Financiers facing multi-million fines in money-laundering case fail in Supreme Court bid
The mother and son were prosecuted over transactions totalling more than $53 million.
Police officer attacked after asking man to tip out his Bourbon and cola
The constable was left with a concussion, a cut lip and a black eye.