New ZealandJudge expects Erin Patterson murder trial to conclude earlyCourt hears doctors urged the mushroom cook to stay in hospital, fearing for her health.08 May 05:02 AM
New ZealandExclusive photos: Mark Lundy seen in community after 23 years' jailThe Herald spotted a bespectacled Lundy in an oversized hoodie, trackpants and jandals.08 May 02:23 AM
CrimePimp exploited 14yo girl, then made her a lieutenant in child prostitution ringHe convinced the teen to recruit her friends. Until now, his identity was hidden.07 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesPower play: The businessman aiming to reshape NZMEJim Grenon opens up about his past, including being on the wrong side of an epic lawsuit.07 May 05:00 PM
WorldDaughter breaks down in mushroom poisoning trialDon and Gail Patterson's youngest daughter teared up as she detailed a phone call.07 May 07:30 AM
CrimeSadistic chivalry with a power tool: Gang member admits drilling holes in stranger's thighA man slapped a woman's bottom in a nightclub... her boyfriend got cruel revenge.07 May 01:56 AM
New ZealandReleased: Double killer Mark Lundy walks free after 23 yearsLundy has spent more than 23 years behind bars for killing his wife and daughter. 07 May 12:28 AM
New ZealandMan, 50, charged with murder of Waiuku woman found dead in a carThe man is due to appear in Pukekohe District Court today. 06 May 11:17 PM
WorldMushroom poisoning trial: Lunch survivor Ian Wilkinson gives evidenceWilkinson's wife Heather died in hospital in the week after the beef Wellington lunch.06 May 04:19 AM
New ZealandPet dog Mike found starved to death in kennel, tethered by rusty chainThe owner said he knew his dog was unwell but couldn't afford to get him checked. 06 May 02:00 AM
Crime'I’m going to kill us both': Man smashed into stationary truck after hearing break-up newsThe toxic relationship ended with the defendant and his now ex both needing surgery.05 May 11:50 PM
New Zealand'Captured in buckets': Staff rush to try to contain water pouring through court ceilingThe ministry has confirmed the leak came from water reservoirs stored on the court's roof.05 May 11:15 PM
WorldErin Patterson's texts revealed in mushroom poisoning trialText messages showed Erin accusing husband Simon of being a 'bare minimum parent'.05 May 05:15 AM
New ZealandWellington professional escapes conviction for filming colleagues on the toiletThe worker told the court he didn't film his colleagues for sexual reasons.05 May 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailAlmost 40% of retail crime not being reported to policeRetail NZ members reported more than 140,000 crime incidents in 2023-2024.05 May 12:29 AM
CrimeWoman claims ex forced her into pregnancy, raped and threatened to cut her throatThe woman described the few months she lived with the man as the worst time of her life.04 May 08:00 PM
New ZealandWhy NZ's consent laws for children are under urgent scrutinyProposed bill aims to prevent questioning children about consent in court.04 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsWhy Corrections Minister Mark Mitchell wants jail sentences longer, even if it means ‘huge’ prisoner numbersHalf of short-term prisoners reoffend within 24 months of release.04 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandHong Kong man ordered to leave NZ after breaking cat's bones while toilet training, showering itThe cat had a list of injuries and needed to be euthanised. 04 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandPolice make two arrests over aggravated robbery in NorthlandThe pair appeared in the Kaikohe District Court on Saturday morning.03 May 11:36 PM
PremiumPremiumCrimeInside the secret 3-year criminal case against Auckland's luxury doggy daycareProsecutors claim the firm earned $180k in extra profits by ignoring resource consents.03 May 05:00 PM
Crime'Grave error': Police officer sentenced after fatal high-speed chaseHe asked the judge to keep his identity secret permanently, hoping to return to his job.03 May 07:00 AM
CrimeChild sex offender persistently asked teen to undress for cashHe continued to show her notes he wrote on his phone asking for indecent acts. 03 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandMan jailed for sending girl, 14, semi-naked photos of himself He then asked for a lighter sentence when he was put on the child sex offender register.02 May 09:00 PM
WorldHusband of alleged murderer claims she was 'extremely aggressive'Erin Patterson denies intentionally using poisonous mushrooms in her dish.02 May 11:02 AM
Crime'Aroha mai': Murder-accused apologises to grieving whānau after denying chargeArchibald McKenzie's body was found in a Kawakawa car park last month. 02 May 08:00 AM
New ZealandWedding celebration turns to tragedy after woman causes crash that killed her sister Four others were also injured in the Wanaka crash last year.02 May 06:00 AM
CrimeSnapchat nudes and alcohol: Female teacher groomed 15yo student before sex actsHer lawyer said the victim's gender made the crime less serious. The judge disagreed.02 May 05:15 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Reckless': Martin Cooper and real estate agency fined for non-complianceBusiness under pressure during Covid times and 'significant' sales downturn: Martin Cooper02 May 03:46 AM
CrimeDouble-murder trial aborted after just one dayHe was also accused of plotting to kill his former landlord.02 May 01:01 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyAgents fined $35,000 after vendor suffers $73,000 loss on saleThe Real Estate Agents Disciplinary Tribunal ruling is seen as an unusual case.01 May 11:40 PM
WorldRussell Brand faces court over multiple sexual offence chargesHe is due in Westminster court today but may not attend the hearing.01 May 09:29 PM
New Zealand'Catastrophic': Learner driver killed hitchhiker 79 days after getting licenceFamily of British tourist angry over young driver's 'lack of respect'. 01 May 07:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Prisoner voting ban spitefulOPINION: What this arbitrary ban appears to be is some red meat for the more spiteful.01 May 05:00 PM
