New Zealand$350k defamation payout to businessman follows debt collector, Winston Peters 'fraud' allegationsChristchurch quake claim advocate Bryan Staples' High Court win after gang-linked dispute.05 Jun 06:33 AM
New ZealandMother jailed for fracturing baby's ribs, skullBaby's injuries were described by police as "the worst seen inflicted on a young child".04 Jun 01:20 AM
New ZealandTwo more men charged in Dilworth School sex abuse investigationTwo further men already in the court process have also been charged with more offences.04 Jun 12:41 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings man wrecks parking meters for the sake of $69 in coins"It was an incredibly stupid thing to do."04 Jun 12:40 AM
New ZealandPike River: Families launch legal challenge on decision not to re-enter mineFamilies filed a judicial review in Wellington today.04 Jun 12:15 AM
New Zealand'Fight, flight or freeze' expert at fatal jail shanking trialPrison murder trial jury hears evidence about 'fight, flight or freeze' stress responses.03 Jun 04:37 AM
New ZealandChiefs rugby manager charged with drink drivingChiefs manager appears on a drink driving charge at Hamilton District Court today.03 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers' trial: Jury begins manslaughter deliberationsThe jury was sent out to begin its deliberations about 1.40pm today.03 Jun 01:36 AM
BusinessSix nights behind bars, prominent businessman asks for bail againThe businessman claims innocence and will again seek bail ahead of a conviction challenge.02 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumKahuFormer trustee who drained fund from $1m to $13.41 shows first sign of repentanceStephen Henare and his sister virtually bled a trust helping underprivileged people dry.02 Jun 05:40 AM
New ZealandMan who punched business owner over towed car escapes convictionShen Tsyan yelled at the man and asked him to pay the towing fee before taking a swing.02 Jun 02:55 AM
New ZealandDriver who hit six cars, police dog in wild chase had just been bailedJust hours after being bailed, Liam Marsh came across a car with the keys left inside.02 Jun 02:36 AM
New ZealandInvercargill beheading: Father called for help 40 times before grisly killingJoseph Boyle was found not guilty by reason of insanity of the murder of his stepbrother.01 Jun 05:57 AM
New ZealandDeath in a recliner chair: No working stove, rats in home, court hearsMalia Li is on trial for the manslaughter of her husband, who died from infected sores.01 Jun 03:24 AM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers trial: Ambulance could have saved life - specialistThree Taranaki police officers are on trial charged with the manslaughter of Allen Ball.31 May 08:46 AM
New ZealandPromising Chiefs U20s player allegedly chokes woman, assaults childThe promising young rugby prop faces two charges.31 May 08:31 AM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesCarpet maker's failed $24.6m deal hits courtsCavalier Corporation later sold the plant to property investor Ben Cook for $25.5m.31 May 05:35 AM
New ZealandWife faked separation from husband to receive carer paymentsMalia Li refused medical care for her dying husband.31 May 12:41 AM
KahuChief Justice okays wearing of taonga during court proceedingsNorthland Māori lawyer prefers neckties to taonga as standard dress code in court.30 May 05:00 PM
World40 warning signs: MI5's failings before London Bridge terror attackUsman Khan's life was dedicated to violent jihad but dozens of warning signs were ignored.28 May 11:32 PM
EntertainmentBill Cosby refuses sex offender programme, so is denied paroleCosby refuses to acknowledge wrongdoing, even if it means serving full 10-year sentence.28 May 08:06 PM
New ZealandWhat Ron Brierley told police about images of naked children found on his devicesDetails emerge after Brierley's guilty pleas to possessing child sex abuse material.28 May 07:27 AM
VideoMan hires helicopter, flies to Dunedin to hand himself inWanted criminal James Bryant hands himself in at Dunedin Police Station after encouragement from support person Arthur Taylor. Video / ODTWatch27 May 08:09 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'I do not forgive you': Victims of prominent businessman speak out'How incredibly grateful I am the jury believed me and the other victims.'27 May 05:43 AM
BusinessProminent businessman denied bail pending appealThe rich Kiwi will be eligible for parole in a little more than nine months' time.27 May 12:30 AM
BusinessProminent businessman jailed for two years, four monthsWealthy Kiwi was a 'man of privilege, business success and significant philanthropy'.26 May 10:46 PM
New ZealandAlleged Isis sympathiser found guilty of possessing objectionable hymns'You guys put me in prison cause I'm a Muslim ... that makes you an enemy.'26 May 03:50 AM
New ZealandHow a pervert became CEO of a Crown entityWhile Phillip Barnes' personal life came apart, his work life rolled on.25 May 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesThird CBL defendant fights for continued secrecyThe man is the third to face criminal proceedings after the NZX-listed firm CBL folded.25 May 05:24 AM
Construction$220-million lawsuit: Dream home took 'hellish' twist'Never did I think that this property would cause so much heartache.'24 May 04:15 AM
New ZealandWoman allegedly left husband fused to recliner chair with 'sores all over his body'Malia Li is accused of failing to provide basic hygiene to her husband of almost 20 years.24 May 03:28 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTiana Epati: Te Ao Mārama brings rays of hope to justice systemOpinion: New court model Te Ao Mārama literally means "the world of light".24 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandTwo more arrests after Sofitel gang shootingsTen arrests in total after shooting police say is due to Mongols & Head Hunters conflict.21 May 04:26 AM
New ZealandTaranaki police officers trial: Accused breaks down as interview played to juryOfficer A said staff were visibly upset after Allen Ball was pronounced dead.20 May 11:32 PM
