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Heard and Depp are both losers in their bitter courtroom battle - here's why
The trial will have ramifications beyond which multi-millionaire has to pay up.
Black mould plagues Tasman Police HQ - prisoners driven to other centres
Road trips for prisoners to other centres after mould closes cells at Tasman Police HQ.
Why Johnny Depp has 'already won' defamation case
Regardless of the jury's decision, Depp has won back the public's approval, lawyers say.
'Monster' v 'Performer': Why Depp could lose defamation case as jury deliberates
The gloves came off as both parties got their final chance to sway the jury.
Paedophile showed up at victim's house after arrest, abused him again
Clyde Rymer was sentenced to prison today for 21 historic child sexual abuse charges.
Gloriavale leaders apologise for 'abhorrent' sexual abuse, child labour
Landmark court decision opens the door for further court action against Gloriavale.
Indecency trial accused fails to turn up five days in a row
Judge discharges jury in Napier indecency trial involving eight complainants.
Facility for dangerous criminals costs $1m a year
Handful of the country's most dangerous offenders in special facility after imprisonment.
Watch: Justice Minister Kris Faafoi talks legal aid, and delays
The maximum income thresholds for legal aid are being lifted, but some say not by enough.
Reality TV's Josh Duggar receives sentence in child porn case
The former reality star and father-of-seven has been given a hefty sentence.
Johnny Depp calls Amber Heard's allegations 'insane'
Depp has retaken the stand as a rebuttal witness.
Man who stomped victim into a coma denied parole
Psychologists disagree about the risk of releasing Ahu Taylor, who kicked a man 23 times.
Supermodel Kate Moss set to testify in Johnny Depp trial
The supermodel will be called as a witness after Heard referenced her in her testimony.
Prince Andrew's secret 'daily meetings' with the Queen
The disgraced prince is reportedly doing all he can to make it up to Her Majesty.
Woman kicked out of court for wild Johnny Depp claim
The court has witnessed a surprising scene this week.
DHB and defendant take issues with mental health reports to High Court
A DHB is struggling to provide court-ordered mental health reports for offenders.
Johnny Depp's co-stars' surprise admissions
Some of Hollywood's leading ladies have revealed what it's really like working with Depp.
Bombshell new claim in Amber Heard Aquaman drama
Amber Heard's agent has revealed a shocking claim in court this week.
Amber Heard's late-night visit from star exposes a sad truth
Footage of Amber Heard in an elevator with James Franco revealed an uncomfortable truth.
Mum 'trying to be Wonder Woman' repressed memory of injuring her son
Despite hazy memory, mum accepted responsibility, was sentenced to 9 months' supervision.
'Desperate situation': Synthetic cannabis dealing leads to death
The dealer had lost his job and was desperate for money to keep his household afloat.
NZ supports call for accountability for Russia war crimes
NZ has joined the US, UK, Australia and Canada in calling for accountability.
Podiatrist who deformed patients suspended from surgery but can continue practising
Podiatrist Stefan Edwards is allowed to continue treating patients but not with surgery.
Lotto heartbreak: When the champagne stops flowing - the cost of winning big
They say money can't buy happiness, and some of Lotto's big winners prove the adage true.
Hammer attack murderer sentenced to 18 years' jail, was on bail at time
Man who killed wife's new partner was on bail subject to protection order,trespass notice.
Court battle over Russian superyacht in Fiji
Case highlights unsettled legal waters for the US as it tries to seize Russian assets.
Foresters mull appeal against Wairoa rates decision
"We believe we have good grounds for an appeal," NZ Forest Owners Association says.
Amber Heard's sister: Depp hit me too
Whitney Henriquez has recalled a moment Depp was close to pushing her down the stairs.
Woolworths wins 'landmark' $325,000 costs award
Spreydon Lodge, which owns land next door, had objected to the Woolworths development.
Man arrested after alleged South Otago hit-and-run
The accused is due to appear in Dunedin District Court later this month.
Murder accused to appear next in Northland court, police appeal for information
Two charges have been laid: murder involving a firearm & unlawful possession of a firearm.
Tauranga homicide: Pair arrested during investigation appear in court
Two people have been charged with aggravated burglary.
Johnny Depp's future as Captain Jack Sparrow revealed
A producer of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean has revealed Jack Sparrow's fate.