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Not just family violence: New report highlights NZ femicide crisis
A report reveals systemic, preventable violence against women and girls, urging recognition of femicide as a crisis
Police investigate homicide in Ōtāhuhu
A person has suffered critical injuries following an assault at an accommodation block on Beatty Ave in Ōtāhuhu. Video / NZ Herald
Our 'most under-reported crime’
'If you ask a male whether they’ve been sexually abused, they’ll say no.'
'It's all made up': Man in BDSM relationship shuts down rape claims
A judge said the couple’s relationship could be considered 'outside the norm or even odd'.
BDSM relationship examined in rape, assault case where 'safe word' allegedly ignored
Woman accused of making up the allegations after her partner allegedly cheated on her.
King’s Service Medal for Men Against Violence group co-founder Tim Marshall
Tauawhi leader recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours.
Early prison release for man with 168 convictions and 'high risk' of violence
The recidivist offender will have to wear an ankle bracelet when he gets out.
'She's not your rehab': Man runs down partner, denies her medical treatment
'In traditional Māori society, we don’t treat women as our punching bags,' says judge.
Inside the drop in violent crime: A return to crime patterns ... under Labour?
The current trend in falling violent crime is consistent with the trend from 2018-2022.
'You're being jacked': 501 exiled for armed kidnappings, carjacking and home invasion
Falefitu Alapati Toatoalei has lived in Australia for 27 years. Now he's being deported.
'Heartbroken': Father jailed after breaking baby's leg, arms, ribs and skull
The 22-year-old initially tried to claim his 3-month-old son had fallen off the bed.
'Feared for her life': Man tried to strangle ex before setting her clothes on fire
A man hit his ex-girlfriend on the head and when she fled upstairs, he burned her clothes.
Abused, addicted but not deported: Mum of six avoids 501 deportation after armed robbery
NZ woman helped plan armed robbery at her former workplace in Melbourne.
'You wait. I’ll get you': Motorist mowed down sister's abusive partner
Now he's appealed, saying prison was manifestly excessive for the crime.
'Trying to survive': Woman alleges years of daily sexual violence by 'sadistic' ex
The man is defending physical and sexual violence allegations made by five exes.
Avondale man accused of murdering partner loses name suppression
Name suppression for Hao Feng lapsed after four months of court-ordered anonymity.
Simon Wilson: Pope Francis, Trump and the Aussie election - the lessons for Luxon
Opinion: Just because clowns are running America doesn't mean we need them here too.
'He played two people': Woman says allegedly abusive ex wrapped wire around his own neck
She warned other women about him on social media, saying he was psychologically abusive.
Police investigating West Auckland crime scene following overnight stabbing
A man has been critically injured following a stabbing on Coburg St in Henderson Valley. Video / NZ Herald
'She misses you and hates you': Teen's world shattered after sexual violation by brother
He plied her with drugs and alcohol during a Christmas trip to his home.
'We don't want him in town': Palmerston North mayor on Lundy release
Mark Lundy will be released on parole in May after serving 23 years.
Sydney woman dies in domestic violence incident days before court hearing
Her death prompted calls for action from domestic violence campaigners.
Hit and slammed against wall: Former X Factor NZ contestant sentenced for family violence
Nofo Lameko skipped his sentencing in December to go on tour.
'Your last chance:' Judge warns man caught filming woman in Salvation Army changing room
The 38-year-old has a penchant for committing indecent acts.
Mother remembered for her 'infectious laugh' murdered by son in her home
Jennifer Sheehan's family said they couldn't comprehend what had happened.
Virginia Giuffre in court days before bus crash post
Alleged Jeffrey Epstein victim in court days before making headlines over bus crash.
'You lined her up': Kiwi who inflicted savage blows on partner booted out of Australia
Authorities considered Kyle Walters a serious risk to the Australian community.