Jailed man told to wear ‘dangerous’ sign around his neck for beatings of teen partner
'You should have a big sign around your neck saying dangerous', judge tells abuser.
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Ram raid at supermarket in Haumoana, coastal Hawke's Bay
Glass was left smashed on the ground outside after cigarettes and lighters were taken.
'Appalling guidance as a mother': Over-protective mum jailed for murderer son's false alibi
It wasn't the first time Donna Dodds tried to pervert justice for her wayward son.
Man who torched John Key’s MP office admits $650k arson of railway building
Daniel Vale has a fiery criminal history.
'She stepped out in front of me': Woman died after speeding ute hit her and threw her 24m
Peter Napier was doing nearly 70kph when he hit and killed pedestrian Shiqing Li.
'You deserve the death sentence': Partner confronts Angela Blackmoore's killers
The pregnant Christchurch mum was murdered while her 2-year-old slept nearby.
Name suppression lapses for Far North murder accused
A homicide inquiry was started after a woman died at Houhora Heads Holiday Park.
Man bombarded neighbour with crude texts before indecent act
The victim felt so unsafe she left her flat and moved in with a friend.
Angela Blackmoore case: Two people to be sentenced for murder
David Hawken and Rebecca Wright-Meldrum were found guilty in December.
'Significant fraud': Care worker steals $25k from two elderly clients
One of the victims has since died, while the other won't get all her money back.
Man avoids jail for several assaults, including bat attack at Whangārei petrol station
The 21-year-old man violently assaulted three people within a few months.
Dunedin house raided in 2009 hostage drama now scene of mystery death
Neighbours say they haven't seen anyone at the property for six months.
‘Not fit-for-purpose’: Damning report on police's stalking risk assessment following murder
The AUT law student went to police with concerns eight weeks before she was killed.
NZ's prison system under scrutiny: Corrections' struggles highlighted amid calls for culture change
The Chief Ombudsman has criticised the department as he departs his job.
Class warfare: Education Ministry cuts 'strike at heart', Govt promises to reinvest
More than 1000 roles are set to be axed from the two agencies alone.
Violence was never far from surface for 'bully' who died of stab wounds, his family says
Challas Nathan died from stab wounds after a fight with his younger brother.
Emotional, explosive scenes as whānau face killer meth driver
Jacob Greacen was on meth, fatigued and speeding when he crashed into a car, killing two.
'Who did my sister marry?': The extraordinary life of a Kiwi who was accused of killing his wife
Alex Lang, also known as Donald McPherson, also featured in a $35m bank swindle.
Identity revealed of defendant accused of killing security guard at Auckland reserve
The victim was found dead at Royal Reserve in Massey a week before Christmas.
Crown to not pursue murder charge against alleged getaway driver in fatal Sandringham dairy robbery
Henry Fred has a terminal illness, the court was told.
Man who delivered unprovoked head-kick during dispute over meth quality pleads guilty to manslaughter
The unconscious victim was left in a hotel room for a week after suffering a brain bleed.
Family of British heiress claims Kiwi husband planned her death
Paula Leeson drowned in 2017 during a mini-break at a remote cottage in Denmark.
Thieving dental clinic worker claims she had a medical condition that 'made her steal'
Roxanne Arsi altered invoices sent by the clinic so the money went into her account.
Man bashed elderly dog with mallet to 'put it out of its misery'
Instead, Lance Tengu left the dog badly injured and it had to be put down by a vet.
Brother recounts anger, shame after killing sibling at birthday party
‘I’m sick of it. It’s my 19th birthday. I’m not f***ing getting a hiding today.'
SFO files bribery, corruption charges against Auckland Council building inspector
A building company director has also been charged.
Man charged with rape of 13-year-old claims she wanted sex lesson
The man took the stand and pointed the finger at his wife, claiming she set him up.
'No hope': Recidivist robber has spent more than half his life behind bars
Justin Wiremu Keremete's most recent offending involved a month-long crime spree.
Teen charged for allegedly assaulting policeman during tussle in which cop jumped into car, tasered him
Cops stop car on Saturday night, organise to tow it. Man got back in, tried driving off.
Stolen cars found: Driver claimed he didn’t know it had been nicked despite using screwdriver to start it
Two stolen cars were found. One man is before the court while the other is investigated.
Tribesmen sergeant-at-arms pleads guilty to shooting his own gang's president
His attempted murder trial was set to start today. He instead admitted a different charge.
Lost Boys of Dilworth: What really went on at the all-boys school
A new docudrama has renewed interest in the horrific abuse at the school.
Female health worker who treated abuse victims sentenced over child sex images
The woman avoided being placed on the sex offender register.
The man who murdered six people and his dark past
Cauchi's family have described his actions as 'truly horrific'.