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Dilworth sex abuse cover-up allegations left to 'fester like an unlanced boil'

Derek Firth said only one case wasn't reported to police during his 40 years as a trustee.

Toddler's violent death still 'etched in the psyche' of health care workers

The toddler died from a spinal cord injury inflicted by his mother's partner.

Hillcrest homicide: Man named as co-defendant in North Shore murder case

Co defendant charged with the murder of Kevin Hay can now be named.

'F*** you judge': Prisoner yells abuse, headbutts guard at sentencing

Violent criminal Anthony Wheble abuses judge, headbutts guard in outburst at High Court.

Act of revenge: Scorned public servant swindles $55k

The ex-staffer's actions were described as 'a breach of trust in the absolute extreme'.

Dilworth sex abuse: Former headmaster wrote positive references for men forced to resign

Murray Wilton described one housemaster as a "stimulating and inspirational teacher".

'Catastrophic injury': Man sues builder for running over dog

The dog's owner took his friend to court for a $21,000 vet bill.

'Inside man': Council manager used insider advantage - Crown

The Crown described the trio's conduct as 'corrupt' following the SFO investigation.

North Shore stabbings: Alleged attacker still in psychosis

Neatly dressed man appeared at court via audiovisual link from a mental health facility.

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.