WorldMushroom poisoning murder-accused grilled on eighth and final day in witness boxErin Patterson denied making a sixth mushroom meal for her husband, saying it was extra.12 Jun 07:15 AM
New ZealandMark Lundy's media silence raises concerns over freedom of speechMark Lundy is banned from speaking to the media or posting on social media.12 Jun 06:49 AM
Crime'Darkness on her life': Meter reader traumatised by kidnapping ordealA court heard the victim was trapped in her car by an aggressive property owner.12 Jun 05:53 AM
CrimeMan's 'devil' visions, LSD use led to scientist's fatal stabbingThe accused, deemed unfit for trial, left a bloody knife engraved with his nickname. 12 Jun 03:59 AM
New ZealandSoldier won't be dismissed after filming woman without consent during sexJudge and panel opt for a lesser sentence for corporal, including a formal warning. 12 Jun 12:19 AM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Risk to community’: The ‘gap’ in child sex offender system, how ministers responded A key risk was offenders could enter and reside in New Zealand undetected.11 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland businessman sacked from Beca, warned to expect jail sentence for role in $2m scamThe South African costings professional had been earning $200k a year plus bonuses.11 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAttack victim faced possible amputation after dog 'ripped' chunk from his leg, 'ate it' in front of himThe man was at the property to fix a car when Boogi the dog lunged and bit his leg. 11 Jun 06:06 AM
New Zealand'Master manipulator': Woman, 68, set up charity to steal money from friendsThe serial fraudster told victims her daughter had died so she could extract more money.11 Jun 03:11 AM
CrimeDrunk man's violent attack on woman while watching NetflixWalterfang stabbed the floor near the victim's head multiple times while smiling.11 Jun 02:16 AM
Entertainment'Sham' lawsuit: Blake Lively's legal victory over Justin BaldoniJustin Baldoni plans to amend claims against Blake Lively after dismissal.11 Jun 01:06 AM
New ZealandFacing dismissal: Soldier's career on the line after filming woman without consent during sexA panel began deliberations this morning at Burnham Military Camp.11 Jun 12:03 AM
CrimeDriver accused of fatal Auckland bus stop assault appears in courtA 61-year-old was later found unresponsive at the bus stop.10 Jun 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldFounders of 'orgasmic meditation' firm guilty of forced labour schemeNew York Times: The trial featured testimony about sexual acts rarely described in court.10 Jun 05:00 PM
World'Very stressed': Alleged poisoner disputes claims in courtErin Patterson claimed she left hospital due to not being prepared for an overnight stay.10 Jun 07:54 AM
New ZealandTwo charges dropped against soldier in court martial for recordingsTwo charges against Corporal Smith were dropped in the Court Martial.10 Jun 06:09 AM
CrimeMeth-smuggling bigamist who dodged deportation for 28 years jailed for rapeHe was once known as the longest-serving remand prisoner in New Zealand history.10 Jun 03:46 AM
PoliticsGovernment agrees to big change for proposed anti-stalking law, doxing includedThe committee believed the act of “doxing” should be added to the list. 10 Jun 03:21 AM
WorldArmy officer faces court-martial on 43 charges, including rapeFifteen women are expected to testify against him, sharing detailed abuse accounts.10 Jun 01:06 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFletcher begins marathon court case against subbies over SkyCity convention centre fireFletcher alleges the fire was caused by the subcontractors, who are in turn defending.09 Jun 10:33 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPonsonby CEO's charge upgraded, faces trial for alleged road-rage assaultThe CEO's lawyer is trying to obtain audio of a 16-minute 111 call to police.09 Jun 09:00 PM
EntertainmentBaldoni’s $661m lawsuit against Lively, Reynolds tossed outBlake Lively's lawyers said it was a 'total victory and a complete vindication'.09 Jun 08:52 PM
New ZealandKiwis demand harsher penalties for drink-drivers, survey showsFifty-nine per cent want heavier fines for drunk and disorderly behaviour.09 Jun 05:00 PM
Crime'Astonishing' road rage: Campervan driver assaults elderly man on highwayAnother motorist was forced off the road to avoid a collision with Daly.09 Jun 08:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldAnalysis: How Trump's National Guard move fuels LA protestsNew York Times: Trump bypassed Governor Newsom to call in the National Guard to LA.09 Jun 03:31 AM
WorldWatch: Greta Thunberg says Israeli forces have ‘kidnapped’ herIsraeli forces boarded a Gaza-bound aid ship on Monday.09 Jun 01:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExcuses and self-pity: What a film-maker caught with child exploitation files told a judgeRajneel Singh claimed he only accessed the material to impress women online.08 Jun 10:00 PM
WorldTrump charts new territory in bypassing governor to deploy National GuardCalifornia governor Gavin Newsom criticised Trump, calling it a 'spectacle'.08 Jun 08:33 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysis'American justice': US faces scrutiny over deportation caseNew York Times: Kilmar Abrego Garcia was returned to the US to face criminal charges.08 Jun 05:00 PM
CrimeGangster altered ankle bracelet to look like he was at home while running drugs, 3D gunsHe was given mercy after a coordinated prison attack left him with possible brain damage.08 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Man who drove wrong way on motorway three times appeals convictionsNow, nine years later, he aims to get the endangering transport convictions overturned.08 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumCrimeStream of accusations continue for ex-Marist Brother teacher'He must realise he’s booked a one-way ticket to hell,' says the latest man to speak out.07 Jun 09:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'He’s a predator': Film-maker jailed for child sex abuse files acquitted in 2002Police found 554 child exploitation files on his devices during a 2023 raid.07 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHalloween horror at man's indecent act in front of trick or treatersHe claims he had an 'out-of-body experience' when he masturbated in front of the girls.07 Jun 05:00 AM
