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Rainbow crossing legal case about safety, not diversity
The Cuba St crossing was painted in 2018 to make Wellington more LGBTQI-friendly.
Owed nearly $150k: Rotorua crime victims believe reparation payments an 'absolute joke'
Nearly $4.6m in fines and reparation is owed by Rotorua offenders.
Civil justice shake-up: Why people may soon be able to claim more in small legal battles
The amount the Disputes Tribunal can award a claimant is currently capped at $30,000.
NZ prison population exceeds 10,000 for first time in four years
Prison numbers haven't topped 10,000 since 2020.
Claims Kiwi businesses shut out of multimillion-dollar cleaning contracts
'A lot of the Government’s cleaning work doesn’t go out to tender.'
Old RSA will be turned into new Papakura courthouse
The project is in the Government’s fast-track list of developments.
Justice Minister open to proposals as court delays impact families
One barrister says the court delays are hurting people.
Poll: Do Kiwis believe Kim Dotcom should be extradited to the US?
The Justice Minister had previously given 'every' officer the power to arrest Kim Dotcom.
Justice Minister gave 'every' police officer power to arrest Kim Dotcom
The Megaupload founder plans to fight his extradition order.
Opinion: Why the Govt's sentencing reforms will annoy judges and clog the courts
OPINION: The New Zealand judiciary is not soft by world standards.
Tougher sentences for offences against public transport workers
There's a new aggravating factor for offences against public transport workers.
Polkinghorne case: The not guilty verdict
Philip Polkinghorne has been found not guilty of murdering his wife Pauline Hanna in 2021. Video / NZ Herald
Polkinghorne and his sister return home after acquittal
Philip Polkinghorne and his sister return home after murder acquittal.
Dignity and reputation: Police defend heavy redactions in Kiri Allan file
Police say the redactions are in line with Ombudsman guidelines for privacy.
‘Absolute dog’s breakfast’: Why a new move banning gang patches in a private home is causing an uproar
Should it be a jailable crime to have a gang patch in your house, even if it's not yours?
Police file reveals new details from Kiri Allan’s career-ending crash
Photos, statements and notebook entries have been released under the OIA.
Construction sector suspected suicides: 80 died last year, highest on record
Data from Coronial Services dating back to 2007 shows record 2023 suicide numbers.
Gong recipient surrenders JP warrants after $900k damages order, company liquidated
'Quite literally a cover-up.'
Report reveals final tragic moments of boy killed by log at Gisborne beach
Oliver Shone, 11, was on holiday when he tragically was killed by a log at Waikanae Beach.
'Trump on steroids': The argument to keep convicted entertainment figure's name secret
A leading entertainment figure sentenced for sexual offending wants his name kept secret.
Local roots: New Crown Solicitors promise excellence for Tairāwhiti
Donnelly and Maynard aim to serve Tairāwhiti with legal services rooted in local heritage.
Minister steps in after revelations police not enforcing vaping law
Police haven't issued a single fine since the law came into force in 2021.
'I am not leaving': Dotcom has 'plan' to fight extradition, while legal experts weigh in
Top barrister says Dotcom cannot appeal the decision, but he can ask for a review.
'These cuts are dangerous': Ministry of Justice to axe nearly 200 roles
Union criticises the new set-up that will come into effect on October 1.
Public sector cuts: $58m so far in redundancy payouts at Govt agencies
Nicola Willis says the cost is small compared to the $6b they're expecting to save.
Long waits for Family Court time: Northland lags behind rest of NZ
Northland has some of the country's longest wait times for Family Court services.
Acquitted after 11 years and three trials
Hendrix Kahia and a relative perform a haka for his two counsel at Hamilton High Court, celebrating his acquittal of Wiremu Birch's murder after 11 years and three trials.