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Guilty plea in murder of Down syndrome woman Lena Zhang Harrap

The man responsible for murdering Lena Zhang Harrap has pleaded guilty.

Police officers fled when on-the-run drunk pointed gun at them

Police officer feared he would never return home to see his family and friends again.

Suspicious mother's camera confirmed girl's sex abuse by dad

Judge says daughters may apply to have abusive father's name suppression lifted in future.

Man who killed toddler had bail varied to associate with kids

The toddler was found unresponsive after being in the care of the man the previous day.

Dark web drug dealer sentenced for role in $40,000 kidnapping

Summary of facts reads more like a Hollywood movie script than real life.

Whakaari owners to face trial next year over fatal volcanic eruption

Owners of White Island claim they did try to ensure the safety of others on the island.

Boy, 4, returned to couple by OT; left disabled after abuse

The boy probably would have died had it wasn't for the prompt action of medical staff.

Drunk teen driving to McDonald's causes crash, hospitalises woman in her 80s

The victim has since met with the teen in an 'incredible' restorative justice process.

Waikeria prison riot: Key instigator pleads guilty, razor blade dispute kicked off fiery riot

The accused was the first to get on top of the roof and freed others from their cells.

Dentist made to apologise for tongue-tie surgery on girl, 8, after wound hemorrhage

A dentist didn't properly inform the mother of a girl of the risks of tongue-tie release.

Hidden Drugs: Cannabis found growing in secret room behind false wall

"He did it well – perhaps he should go into horticulture," lawyer on cannabis grower.

Appeal fail: Teen who broke cop's jaw and caused brain injury to remain in jail

After the assault, the offender was congratulated by a mate for 'hitting a cop'.

'Hideous violence': Man who stabbed partner to death in front of children finally named

Cory Purutanga can finally be named as the man who stabbed his partner to death.

Claims of 'gassy' rental not proven, but further checks ordered under urgency

The tenant alleged a leaky gas heater had caused her and her children to become ill.

'A lively and loved young woman': Teen's 'unexpected' suicide linked to alcohol

'Her sad death illustrates the dangers of adolescent drinking' - Coroner.

Hit-and-run: Driver flees after hitting boy, 5, on his scooter, sending him flying

Fleeing was an impulsive move that has been attributed to the driver's autism.

Prisoner claims it's hard to avoid trouble when surrounded by murderers and rapists

'I am trying, I am trying not to get into trouble.'

Construction worker awarded $22k after being fired for 'twisting workmate's ear'

The ERA has ruled the sacking was unfair and awarded him $22k.