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
CrimeChild-killer denied parole again as concerns persistThe killer of 13-year-old Karla Cardno has been in jail since 1990.08 May 03:47 AM
WorldFormer police officers acquitted of murder in Tyre Nichols caseJurors deliberated for a day and a half after seven days of testimony.07 May 10:24 PM
New Zealand'Mastermind' jailed 11+ years for $11m drug syndicate in ChristchurchThe drug ring's "mastermind" received an 11-year prison sentence in Christchurch.07 May 07:55 AM
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
Crime'Thought I was going to die': Port worker fell 12m into the sea at nightNo one knew he'd fallen after a guard rail gave way while he was loading containers.06 May 07:00 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
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: What could the future hold for ex-Auckland Star site? Architects explain champion Te Arai home design'Somebody, please build something here – anything' debate on a site empty for 36 years. 05 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Let nature take its course': NZ woman wins court order that could let her starve to death Doctors say the woman isn't physically ill, but psychologically believes that she is. 05 May 05:00 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
Kahu'Mana over money': Influencers reject gambling promo amid crackdown - two don't complyTe Rawhitiroa Bosch refuses to promote online gambling to his followers on ethical grounds05 May 05:00 AM
Politics'You need to fix it': Lake Alice survivor taking Government to court over redress schemeSurvivor seeks judicial review of the redress scheme: 'You need to fix it'. 04 May 11:15 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
WorldHusband of alleged murderer claims she was 'extremely aggressive'Erin Patterson denies intentionally using poisonous mushrooms in her dish.02 May 11:02 AM
New ZealandBus driver stood down after alleged assault leads to deathPolice say the two men had previously interacted with each other.02 May 07:01 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
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
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
CrimeBattered pensioner bound and dumped in carpark before attackers burgled his homePier Raviola died in hospital several days after the brutal attack.01 May 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Tragic outcome': Man dies after alleged daytime assault at Auckland bus stopA 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.01 May 03:43 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeIs there method to Govt's madness, helping ANZ and ASB in court?Lawyer supports law change to avoid "draconian consequences" for lenders.01 May 01:38 AM
PoliticsAbuse in Care: 52 Lake Alice survivors opt for rapid paymentGovt says 120 people as of April 24 have so far been deemed eligible for payment.01 May 12:53 AM
New ZealandTwo 12-year-olds referred to Youth Aid over tyre-slashing spreeTyres were stabbed on several vehicles in the Rotorua CBD. 30 Apr 10:55 PM
BusinessWorkSafe issues maintenance warning for quad bikes after man killedTragedy could have been avoided if farm manager had kept bike in good working order.30 Apr 09:59 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsAnd justice for all? Why Goldsmith says access is ‘imperfect’, and what to do about itGoldsmith: 'I'd love to have lots of money to throw around, but I don't.'30 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandSupreme Court hears case on employment status of family carers'He just continued to work and they paid for it,' lawyer says of Ministry funding change.30 Apr 05:58 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Butchered': Pruning of pōhutukawa in reserve sparks outrageThe council condemned the act, saying it harms the environment and community.29 Apr 09:01 PM
New ZealandWoman who received $158k in bank transfer error could face charge, jail time: expertThe money was allegedly used for cars and sent to a boyfriend and a relative.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Frankly despicable': Judge condemns vigilante actionsPatrick Moloney, 19, admitted to assault and harmful communication charges.29 Apr 02:33 AM
New ZealandBusinessman accused of siphoning company of $111k, buying weed killer and Hush Puppies shoesThe 73-year-old claims he hasn't committed a crime, and it was a poorly governed company.28 Apr 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessMan used fake passport to swindle nearly $1m in Covid wage subsidy fraudThe case is believed to be the largest scam of its kind.28 Apr 05:30 AM
CrimeJailed rapist takes his sexsomnia defence to the Supreme CourtDamin Cook claimed he was asleep when he raped a woman at a party. 28 Apr 03:31 AM
BusinessAuckland unit owner fined $7k for 'unsightly' bird feedingNeighbour gave evidence of droppings and effect of those on his use, enjoyment of place.27 Apr 10:00 PM
Politics'Every life matters': Covid inquiry urges last-minute public inputChairman Grant Illingworth urges sharing experiences to get a fuller pandemic picture.27 Apr 05:49 AM
