New ZealandKiwi musician who abused ex has convictions set aside, granted permanent suppressionThe man claimed he earned just $3199 in the last year and had just $8000 in savings. 02 Sep 05:41 AM
BusinessGovt 'sorting' issue that halted Port of Tauranga expansion consenting - BishopThe project's fast-track process was halted by a judicial review due to a scope issue.02 Sep 04:00 AM
WorldUS college student charged after concealed birth in abortion ban stateA student was charged after her baby was found dead in her closet.02 Sep 02:15 AM
WorldSheriff who inspired Walking Tall films suspected of murdering wife in 1967Prosecutors accuse Buford Pusser, who died in a car crash in 1974, of killing his wife.02 Sep 01:09 AM
New ZealandName suppression continues for man accused of drug driving causing toddler's deathThe man pleaded not guilty to drugged driving causing the death of Sakura Hall.02 Sep 12:02 AM
CrimeNZ fraudster loses US extradition battle over 400kg Hells Angels cocaine plotHe says he didn't know the drugs would go through US, despite undercover agent's accent.01 Sep 02:35 AM
PremiumPremiumWorld'You cannot remove any children': Judge halts deportation as children loaded on planesNew York Times: Trump Administration blocked from flying out dozens of Guatemalan minors.31 Aug 09:16 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisBrazil’s democratic quandary: How to prosecute a presidentNew York Times: Jair Bolsonaro is on trial this week on charges of attempting a coup.31 Aug 06:00 PM
PoliticsReduction in overall violent crime, but uptick in sexual assault victimsThe Government also announced the location of a new police beat team.30 Aug 11:04 PM
PremiumPremiumCrime'Monster' tried to run over partner at bus stop, destroyed Good Samaritans' lives insteadA 78-year-old pedestrian died of a stroke, but Hayden Williams avoided a homicide charge.30 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandEx-pupils claim predator teacher used 'two-way mirror'Minister seeks urgent briefing from Teaching Council and review of vetting practices. 30 Aug 05:00 PM
Crime'I'm dead, I'm dead': Father terrified after merging into gang convoy, sparking rageThe group was en route to a park where they allegedly murdered a Head Hunters member.29 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandEstate agent Yanfei Bao's killer appeals conviction and sentenceA date is yet to be set for any hearings on the matter. 29 Aug 01:10 AM
World'A precedent': UK warns court over asylum seeker hotel banProtests at the Bell Hotel began after a sexual assault accusation.28 Aug 07:06 PM
WellingtonWatch: The moment fatal Loafers Lodge fire discovered by residentsA 111 call played to the jury was so distressing the witness was taken out of the room.28 Aug 05:37 AM
WorldPolice suspect missing baby dead, parents charged with murderAuthorities suspect Emmanuel Haro was killed between August 5 and August 14.28 Aug 05:05 AM
New ZealandGunman in US school shooting scrawled homage to NZ mosque attackerThe suspect posted a video with anti-black, anti-Semitic, and anti-religious messages.28 Aug 01:37 AM
WorldDriver filmed himself eating KFC after crash that killed siblingsHe pleaded guilty to causing the crash that killed Alina, 24, and Ernesto, 15.27 Aug 10:02 PM
WorldTrump calls for Rico charges against George Soros, sonThe US President claims they are backing violent protests across the country.27 Aug 09:02 PM
AucklandBad Santa: Firm that placed predator teacher in malls defends record, launches reviewFisher was jailed this month for indecent assault and making objectionable material. 27 Aug 08:30 PM
World'I’m not a wild animal': Asylum seeker in UK denies assaulting 14-year-old girlHadush Kebatu is defending charges including sexual assault and harassment.27 Aug 07:50 PM
World'Justice to these individuals': Museum's ethical shift sparks debateA petition against policy changes garnered over 35,000 signatures.27 Aug 06:00 PM
WellingtonWatch: Man jumps from fourth storey to escape burning hostel, video shown to juryResidents have described their efforts to escape the inferno at Loafers Lodge.27 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandGisborne man named as victim in death investigation Police found him dead on Winter St, Mangapapa.27 Aug 05:54 AM
New ZealandWitness lashes out in Mongrel Mob president's murder trial: 'I don’t want to be here'Henry Mau'u swore in court, refusing to answer questions.27 Aug 04:32 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely no evidence': Doctor dismisses rickets responsible for baby's fractured ribs in sportsman trialThe expert witness rejected the defence position the injuries may have been congenital.27 Aug 03:16 AM
WorldBrazil's Bolsonaro under 24-hour watch ahead of trial verdictHe faces 40 years in prison if convicted of coup plotting.27 Aug 01:09 AM
CrimeWoman who ran over, killed ex had contacted police earlier seeking helpHer murder trial was set for next week. She was instead jailed for manslaughter.27 Aug 12:57 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungJudge says Waitangi Tribunal is 'Rolls Royce' arbiter on Treaty Claimants want a greater role for courts in declaring breaches of the Treaty of Waitangi. 26 Aug 11:51 PM
New Zealand'High risk': Man accused of approaching schoolgirls was under preventive detention orderLeo Goodwin, 53, breached conditions by approaching girls under 16.26 Aug 08:53 AM
New ZealandMan's plan to post box full of cannabis foiled by 'distinctive odour'Anthony Ellison also provided his name and contact details on the package receipt. 26 Aug 08:00 AM
CrimeRival gang's 'brutally effective' tactics resulted in Head Hunter's murder, Crown saysFive members and associates of a lesser-known street gang are on trial for murder.26 Aug 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldEpstein accuser’s family takes issue with plans to publish her memoirGiuffre’s family opposes her memoir’s current portrayal of her husband.26 Aug 03:15 AM
WorldEx-cop pleads not guilty to double murder charges in NSW courtBeau Lamarre-Condon pleads not guilty to double murder charges.26 Aug 02:02 AM
