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
New ZealandStabbing prompts security review for Department of Corrections A staff member was critically injured in the April 9 attack.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandAnzac day 2025: What’s open, what’s not and when you have to pay a surchargeMost businesses cannot open until 1pm on Anzac Day.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandDisgraced ex-Tipene Funerals worker’s bid for freedom deniedFiona Bakulich will remain in prison ahead of her sentence appeal.24 Apr 05:18 AM
PoliticsAct ramps up pressure on National minister over ACC ‘ethnic outcome targets’Circular dictates that the Govt's demand for public services be delivered based on need.24 Apr 03:22 AM
New ZealandMan charged with abducting 3-year-old from daycareA man has been charged with taking a child from an early learning centre in Rotorua.23 Apr 11:26 PM
New ZealandHow a landlord's actions left tenants facing a health crisis$5000 in exemplary damages remains unpaid to the affected tenants.23 Apr 04:41 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFormer mayor claims accounting error for company bill paymentsAldo Miccio says $32,000 has been repaid.22 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Legal aid plays vital role in ensuring justiceOPINION: I'm proud we have a system enabling those who have no money to test legal issues.22 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessOn The Up: Defence lawyer on gender gap, work-life balance in legal fieldStereotypes, gangs, AI and workaholics: Is the law really worth it?22 Apr 05:00 PM
CrimeCustoms fraud: $541k Gisborne cigarette and tobacco smuggling operation exposedOperation Apron uncovered 230,600 cigarettes, 110kg of tobacco smuggled from China.22 Apr 04:20 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSasha BorissenkoSasha Borissenko: Legal risks soar as AI enters the courtroomAI tools risk breaching privacy by using sensitive, suppressed information.20 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandHomeowner's 'worst nightmare': Woman's face cut, thought she would die in knifepoint burglaryThe man heard the woman sold her car for $1000 and believed she'd have cash in the house.18 Apr 11:00 PM
New Zealand'We don't want him in town': Palmerston North mayor on Lundy releaseMark Lundy will be released on parole in May after serving 23 years.18 Apr 04:52 AM
WorldAccused health-care CEO killer Luigi Mangione indicted on federal chargesLuigi Mangione has been indicted in federal court on murder and stalking charges.18 Apr 04:17 AM
New Zealand'Soul-destroying': Woman's ordeal after she was banished from family home by exThe woman was forced to fight her ex in court over the division of relationship property.17 Apr 11:12 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Alternative to a rusting hulk': Relief over Icon finishing Seascape'Well done, Icon. The city will be behind you.' - Shane Brealey, Simplicity Living MD.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMark Lundy timeline: The events that followed the deaths of Christine and AmberThe 66-year-old has been granted parole and will be released from prison next month.17 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuGambling promo: Millie Elder-Holmes faces complaint, 26 influencers now on watchlistInternal Affairs said it has received 50 complaints about influencers promoting gambling17 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Lot of hurt': Patient challenges ACC response after contraceptive errorThe person had a 'major fear' of falling pregnant and ended up needing a termination.17 Apr 08:15 AM
New ZealandPrison not a 'just' penalty for teen who coward-punched stranger in unprovoked street attackA judge said the only way to describe the violence inflicted was 'extreme'.17 Apr 07:00 AM
CrimeMeth dealer with 23-year addiction praised for rehabilitation efforts Brian Tito was found with 87g of meth and 'tick lists' of around $50,000.17 Apr 06:00 AM
CrimeFormer Heartland Bank accountant sentenced for insider trading offencesThe former accountant was sentenced to six months' home detention.17 Apr 05:45 AM
New ZealandDriver frustration as Napier roadworks cause car damageRob Tranter faced delays after his van was damaged on Meeanee Rd.17 Apr 12:01 AM
WorldSupreme Court ruling: Only biological women recognised under lawJK Rowling praised the decision, saying it protects women's and girls' rights.16 Apr 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessIcon replacing China Construction: $300m Seascape tower to be finishedDeveloper Shundi Customs announced a new builder for 56-level Auckland apartment project.16 Apr 05:21 AM
Crime'Very agitated' Frenchman bit police officers after they stopped him for doing U-turnThe tourist didn't hold a driver's licence and was here on a working holiday.16 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandWhy former ACT president claims his abuse trial was unfairTim Jago will appeal in June, claiming a miscarriage of justice.15 Apr 05:28 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Resorted' to drone: Body corporate wins case against Paraparaumu unit owner'Drone wash was not as effective as a manual wash would have been' - tribunal decision.14 Apr 10:17 PM
New ZealandHow 'Polk' documentary seeks to honour Pauline Hanna's story'You’re aware that this is because a person’s died.'14 Apr 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Extremely traumatic': Doctor's error with implant leads to unwanted pregnancyThe non-binary person thought they were protected but became pregnant while overseas.14 Apr 02:00 AM
Crime'The cruellest injustice': Abuser jailed but victim will never be free of the damage he causedThe victim was lured into a game of hide-and-seek that ended her childhood.13 Apr 03:00 AM
