Hunter caught leaving private meditation retreat with dead pigs
The 29-year-old already had convictions for unlawful hunting.
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Man in sexual relationship with 13-year-old caught trying to board plane to China
'My Dad found out and he wants to go to the police so u better stay away.'
Former Advance NZ Party co-leader Billy TK receives mixed verdict, acquitted of most serious charges
It's the second time he's been convicted of a crime in Auckland District Court this year.
'Sexual plaything': Crown alleges teenager used by uncle at whim
The jury heard closing arguments and will return on Monday to deliberate.
Rising sportswoman shamed after sexual assault by co-worker
The man was described as "respectful" by his pastor but the judge disagreed.
'Slack practice': Fisher trawled in zone protecting threatened dolphins
Warrick Harris 'should have known better' when he trawled in the prohibited zone 19 times.
‘Harassment, bullying and overbearing behaviour’: Complaints about judges continue to rise
The number of complaints has almost doubled in the past five years.
Man posed as licensed plumber, wreaks havoc with shoddy bathroom renovation
The homeowner tried to take her life from the emotional stress caused by the poor work.
Man scams dozens of people selling cars that weren't his, earning thousands
Scam artist pays $50,000 to court after judge gives jail warning.
‘Give me the money’: Armed robber pockets $7k in cash and cigarettes
An exasperated judge has asked when this type of offending will come to an end.
Miscarriage of justice: Young mum's flight attendant dreams crushed
An abusive relationship led Danielle Tumahai to drugs and a conviction.
'Brute force': Man broke pregnant partner's arm with karate chop
A judge said it was one of the most serious family harm matters he'd seen in a long time.
Judge shocked Ola driver who victimised women hasn't told wife
Sajid Mehmood had hoped to keep the conviction secret and to return to driving.
'Utterly innocent': Man's jaw held together only by flesh after unprovoked attack
The unprovoked attack was against an 'utterly innocent' member of the public.
Cops scour new areas in hunt for missing real estate agent
Yanfei Bao was last seen alive on July 19.
'Devil': Man who attacked partner claimed she wasn't following 'correct' Christianity
“Now I’m going to tie you up, chop you up and kill you.”
Nurse tasked with checking on mentally unwell man worked double shift
Addicted to synthetic cannabis, he was sent to a care home near a 'tinny house'.
Man pleads guilty to Remuera carjacking that left traumatised doctor 'a mess'
'I know where you live, I'll come for you,' he threatened if the victim went to police.
Advance NZ candidate Billy Te Kahika faces electoral fraud charges over $15k donation
Billy Te Kahika wrongly obtained $15k and then failed to declare it, court hears.
Dying drink driver allowed to spend his final days in Australia
The man wanted a sentence that would allow him to move to Australia to be with his family.
Judge enters guilty plea on behalf of absent defendant
Judge says Harris’ absence showed “utter contempt” for the trial process.
'Stay out of trouble, keep your foot off the pedal': Judge's warning to teen driver who injured mates
One of his injured passengers needed staples to fix a hole in his head.
'Blew a golden opportunity': Promising rugby league player jailed for meth importation
Judge pointed out the harm drugs can cause, often with children being the victims.
'Because he's white and rich' - Auckland fund manager accused of assault fights to keep name secret
The prominent fund manager's reputation would be damaged beyond repair, his lawyer argues.
Man waterboarded ex-partner after strangling her
Blair William Hurndell has been jailed for four years for assault on ex-partner.
Revealed: Man charged with murdering Yanfei Bao named
Yanfei Bao was last seen alive on July 19.
'There was intent': Man lay in wait to set fire to garage
He was seeking vengeance for his friend embroiled in a custody dispute.
Rapist of young girl in railway station toilet block named
The offending was 'the stuff of nightmares' according to the Crown prosecutor.
Covid-19 wage subsidy fraudster jailed
Jail term handed down for defrauding the wage subsidy scheme of nearly $200,000.
Unregistered taxi driver not guilty of rape
A taxi driver at the centre of a rape trial has been found not guilty of sexual assault.
'You have to pay the price': Contractor who took meth to stay awake caused pile-up crash
A judge described the man's choice to consume the drug for work as a "terrible idea".
Gloriavale man says he indecently assaulted girls to 'boost their confidence'
The beatings would often be followed by a lecture by the man.
Wellington protester who 'cemented' hand to road appeals declined bail application
The sticking substance may have been a mixture of epoxy and cement.
Youth justice staff charged with encouraging MMA-style fight between residents caught on video
The former employees could face up to 10 years' prison if found guilty.