New ZealandGuilty plea in murder of Down syndrome woman Lena Zhang HarrapThe man responsible for murdering Lena Zhang Harrap has pleaded guilty.18 Oct 08:59 PM
New ZealandPolice officers fled when on-the-run drunk pointed gun at themPolice officer feared he would never return home to see his family and friends again.18 Oct 07:00 AM
New ZealandSuspicious mother's camera confirmed girl's sex abuse by dadJudge says daughters may apply to have abusive father's name suppression lifted in future.18 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandMan who killed toddler had bail varied to associate with kidsThe toddler was found unresponsive after being in the care of the man the previous day.18 Oct 05:28 AM
New ZealandDark web drug dealer sentenced for role in $40,000 kidnappingSummary of facts reads more like a Hollywood movie script than real life.18 Oct 04:57 AM
New ZealandWhakaari owners to face trial next year over fatal volcanic eruptionOwners of White Island claim they did try to ensure the safety of others on the island.18 Oct 04:26 AM
New ZealandBoy, 4, returned to couple by OT; left disabled after abuseThe boy probably would have died had it wasn't for the prompt action of medical staff.18 Oct 02:25 AM
New ZealandDrunk teen driving to McDonald's causes crash, hospitalises woman in her 80sThe victim has since met with the teen in an 'incredible' restorative justice process.17 Oct 10:40 PM
New ZealandWaikeria prison riot: Key instigator pleads guilty, razor blade dispute kicked off fiery riotThe accused was the first to get on top of the roof and freed others from their cells.17 Oct 10:15 PM
New ZealandFormer senior policeman faces theft charges totalling $136,000The accused was remanded on bail to reappear in court later this month.17 Oct 09:49 PM
New ZealandDead man's widow and daughters forgive shooterNgatupuna Rata fatally shot his friend Jonathan Mokoha.17 Oct 09:25 PM
New ZealandQuashed: Court of Appeal orders retrial for man accused of murdering toddlerAdrian Clancy was convicted of murdering the 17-month-old in 2021.17 Oct 07:30 PM
New Zealand'I don't know why I've been left out': Woman wants share of grandfather's $7.7m estateThe courts have ruled he had no moral responsibility to leave her anything.17 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Deeply disgusting': Woman spits blood in police officer's faceMost officers would prefer to be physically assaulted than spat at, a judge said.17 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Each year the confidence grew': Former business manager quietly stole $900kThe 49-year-old stole just over $900,000 over a nine-year period.17 Oct 07:00 AM
New ZealandPotty-mouthed plumbing tutor sacked after swearing at studentsSacked tutor said strong language was a feature of the plumbing workforce.17 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandBarber shop hit with $12,000 in penaltiesShe was hired for work experience, and within two weeks was cutting clients' hair.17 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandDentist made to apologise for tongue-tie surgery on girl, 8, after wound hemorrhageA dentist didn't properly inform the mother of a girl of the risks of tongue-tie release.17 Oct 01:13 AM
New ZealandHidden Drugs: Cannabis found growing in secret room behind false wall"He did it well – perhaps he should go into horticulture," lawyer on cannabis grower.16 Oct 11:07 PM
New ZealandAppeal fail: Teen who broke cop's jaw and caused brain injury to remain in jailAfter the assault, the offender was congratulated by a mate for 'hitting a cop'.16 Oct 09:30 PM
New Zealand'Hideous violence': Man who stabbed partner to death in front of children finally namedCory Purutanga can finally be named as the man who stabbed his partner to death.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandClaims of 'gassy' rental not proven, but further checks ordered under urgencyThe tenant alleged a leaky gas heater had caused her and her children to become ill.14 Oct 07:00 PM
New Zealand'A lively and loved young woman': Teen's 'unexpected' suicide linked to alcohol'Her sad death illustrates the dangers of adolescent drinking' - Coroner.14 Oct 04:00 PM
CrimeHit-and-run: Driver flees after hitting boy, 5, on his scooter, sending him flyingFleeing was an impulsive move that has been attributed to the driver's autism.14 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandPrisoner claims it's hard to avoid trouble when surrounded by murderers and rapists'I am trying, I am trying not to get into trouble.'14 Oct 05:22 AM
New ZealandConstruction worker awarded $22k after being fired for 'twisting workmate's ear'The ERA has ruled the sacking was unfair and awarded him $22k.14 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandDangerous driver branded coward by victims after he fled scene"You then ran away leaving them to die, only worried about yourself."14 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandCatch of the day: MPI snares skipper and boat in marine reserveFishing vessel tows net for 11km through marine reserve.13 Oct 10:15 PM
New ZealandInfluencer's family blow kisses as he's jailed for abusing teen boysVictim: "He took what he wanted for his pleasure and left me with the pain."13 Oct 10:12 PM
New ZealandCooked: Wannabe chef caught making cannabis cookiesThe man claimed he was moving to Canada and needed a discharge without conviction.13 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandTenant's belongings sent to the dump after he vanished owing $3000 in rentJames Maxwell disappeared, leaving behind his belongings and badly soiled carpets.13 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandDoctor denies charges that he practised without registrationThe man has pleaded not guilty to 19 charges laid in the Napier District Court.13 Oct 04:23 AM
New Zealand501 deportee who won the right to go to the pub caught with meth, tried to punch police dog in the face501 Aaron Pryce had the rules about drinking alcohol relaxed but not methamphetamine.13 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandSelling stolen jewellery exposes teenager's rebellious lifestyleThe burglary had a significant impact on the victims, well beyond the financial loss.12 Oct 11:45 PM