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Steve Braunias: The sad, strange case of Nikita Tekotia, whose baby daughter was murdered
She failed, acutely and profoundly, to look after and save Arapera Fia.
Attacker bashes relative with cricket bat
The victim has permanently damaged eyesight after being bashed with a bat in a carpark.
Wife killer released on parole to 'oceanfront luxury' home
The Matamata horse breeder Greg Meads' release has shocked one local who lives nearby.
'Confronting scene': Aussie man charged with murdering wife with tractor
Farmer told emergency services his wife was dead after an accident.
Youth unafraid of consequences: Calls for harsher penalties for fleeing drivers
Youths, aged between 12-17, are said to make up a significant portion of fleeing drivers.
Plans to pull back police from family harm call-outs slammed
Police proposed a managed withdrawal from what they considered non-crime social problems.
Man killed, disposed of daughter like 'yesterday’s trash.' His lawyer says he didn’t kill her
The man’s lawyer claims the last person who saw her alive was the man’s estranged wife.
High-profile NZ musician bailed on family violence charges
He was granted interim name suppression today, citing potential reputational damage.
Man guilty of throwing petrol at police, despite 'woeful investigation'
A fire was burning in front of the two officers when petrol was poured on them.
Home Alone star's assault trial delayed by hospitalisation
The actor's trial was set back even further after his lawyers alleged he was hospitalised.
Man tries to push partner out of car on SH1 at high speed
A motorist followed Jason Marino for 13 minutes along State Highway 1 south of Hamilton.
Armed police descend on Portage Rd in West Auckland
One person has been taken into custody after armed police responded to reports of a person becoming aggressive. Video / Supplied
'I'm not doing well with this': Pet rabbit killed in Poroti fire
The garage fire destroyed all the family's goods, which were packed up ready for a move.
'He can't control himself': Man draws blood after biting officer's arm
Damien Cripps wasn't taking his ADHD medication at the time.
Judge rebukes violent man: What kind of message are you sending to your daughter?
'What would you say if she came home with a black eye?'
Strangulation: The cruel method of control that can be a precursor to murder
New Zealand introduced a strangulation law five years ago. Is it making any difference?
What kids who commit serious crimes have in common
Haami Hanara, who was neglected and abused, knifed a man to death when he was 14.
‘Freewheeling spirit’: Family grieves Olympian Melissa Hoskins
Hoskins' husband and fellow Olympian Rohan Dennis was charged over her death.
'Horror story': Only half of domestic violence callouts end in charges in Bay of Plenty
And agencies are expecting an influx this holiday period.
Ōtaki woman honoured for services to community-led development, governance and education
Mary-Jane Rivers says founding Inspiring Communities has been the highlight of her career.
Restorative justice champion gets QSM
Jenny Saywood was a founding member of Restorative Justice in Whanganui in 1999.
'Lifelong' healing journey: Rotorua woman honoured for violence prevention work
“I was born into a violent environment. That’s all I ever knew."
Avondale Jockey Club fire, National's violence strategy, and the US aid package for Ukraine | Focus Morning Bulletin, December 29, 2023
Fire crews battle early-morning blaze at Avondale Jockey Club, more resourcing and support needed for National's family and sexual violence strategy, and the US provides up to $250m of arms and equipment in its final aid package to Ukraine for 2023. Video / Newstalk ZB / AP / NZ Herald
Xmas Appeal 2023: Kaipara women help community heal from sexual and domestic violence
Community meetings in 1984 concerned about sexual and domestic violence sparked change.
'Watching you like a hawk': Judge's message for domestic abuser
Judge's scathing words to strangling abuser - people have died in less time.
James Whakaruru’s killer denied release in Parole Board review
Benny Haerewa served 12 years for killing his partner's son in Hawke's Bay in 1999.
Gangs can't claim discounts in court because of way of life - judge
Raiden Wi was jailed for two years and nine months for repeatedly strangling his partner.
'Worst driving ever seen': Judge slams driver's meth-filled ram-rage
Douglas Scott is no longer in a relationship with the woman.
Share My Super founder donates $10m for child poverty - how others can help
Baby Boomers who might not need their pension payments can make a difference.
Woman's lip punctured by tooth after partner's savage punch
The couple were in an "unhealthy" relationship that was now at an end.
Man threatened to cut off partner’s head and ‘mount it on his vehicle like a trophy’
He sent 21 pages of messages, all containing abusive and degrading language.
Siva Auvae's partner was in mental health care days before fatal attack
Anaru Ormond killed NZ mother four days later.
'They have forgiven you': Man who stabbed brother in heart jailed
Joey Richards must serve a minimum of seven years in jail of a 12-year sentence.