New ZealandPrison guard resigns after relationship with Jonah Lomu’s ‘niece’ behind barsSelaima Fakaosilea was convicted in June 2019 of importing meth.16 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan who commandeered cop car and loaded Glocks will be home by ChristmasHori Gemmell tried - but failed - to get out early.02 Nov 10:19 PM
New Zealand50 years behind bars: What life is really like for an ageing serial arsonistThe 73-year-old is one of a growing number of elderly men in prison.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Serial litigant': Murderer's bid for appeal on prison dispute deniedSerial litigant unlikely to be able to pay costs ordered against him in his latest case.19 Oct 03:42 AM
New ZealandWaikeria prison riot: Key instigator pleads guilty, razor blade dispute kicked off fiery riotThe accused was the first to get on top of the roof and freed others from their cells.17 Oct 10:15 PM
New ZealandPrisoner claims it's hard to avoid trouble when surrounded by murderers and rapists'I am trying, I am trying not to get into trouble.'14 Oct 05:22 AM
WorldVictims' families weep as school shooter who killed 17 avoids death sentenceDecision has angered many families of the victims, who sought death penalty for shooter.13 Oct 05:24 PM
New Zealand'She should have been safe' - Herald podcast A Moment In Crime looks at murder of Christchurch woman Valerie HeaneyHerald podcast A Moment In Crime looks at the murder of Valerie Heaney in Christchurch06 Oct 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: Do we have the will to tackle issues behind Māori imprisonment?OPINION: Māori are part of the overall drop in prisoner numbers but not in per cent terms.02 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Birthday gift' drugs bust: New Zealander facing possible death penalty in BaliThe man, identified as "MP", reportedly received drugs sent to a Bali post office box.01 Oct 02:15 AM
KahuCourt refuses pregnant prisoners' appeal not to be movedInmates at Arohata prison can be relocated, due to staffing shortages within Corrections.21 Sep 06:49 AM
New ZealandChild sex offender claims rule that bans sexual activity between prisoners is discriminatoryPrisoners caught having sex in treatment unit can end up in solitary confinement.20 Sep 04:12 AM
New ZealandRare post-prison restrictions for Killer Beez gang member who killed guard, stabbed inmatesLatu Kepu has attacked police officers, prison guards, pregnant women and fellow inmates.19 Sep 07:16 AM
New ZealandPrisoner needed surgery after boiled water attackThe hot water dispenser was faulty, so dispensed water at 90C instead of 70C.16 Sep 03:30 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: More than 5000 prisoners still not allowed face-to-face visitsA prominent criminal lawyer thinks this is a 'breach of human rights'.14 Sep 08:00 AM
RoyalsFocus Morning Bulletin: 14 September, 2022 Queen Elizabeth lands in London, a review of New Zealand's electoral laws and why our national carrier has teamed up with NASA in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Sep 07:46 PM
New ZealandSpring Hill prison nightmare - staff sent to hospital after attacksOut-of-control inmates have caused chaos at Waikato's Spring Hill prison.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandGiving low-risk prisoners longer to prepare for their sentences would benefit everyoneCurrently, only exceptional circumstances mean people get time to prepare for jail.07 Sep 12:42 AM
New ZealandOutdated laws limit monitoring of high-risk prisoners, says discussion documentArtificial intelligence is being considered to boost surveillance of high-risk prisoners.30 Aug 06:20 AM
New ZealandMan being sentenced for attack on inmate leaps out of High Court dockAnthony Wheble jumped out of the dock and toward lawyers in the High Court.24 Aug 11:15 PM
New ZealandInmate lights fire in cell, disabling prison block's sprinklersWhen asked why he destroyed his cell, Fraser said he was 'sick of being dicked around'.18 Aug 06:45 AM
New ZealandNotorious murderer takes Corrections to court in bid to wear necklace in prisonHigh profile inmate Phillip John Smith takes Corrections to court over necklace.10 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandInmate death: Claims prisoner had complained of breathing difficultiesStaff tried to save man who died in his cell.31 Jul 03:00 AM
CrimeKiller Beez gang member who killed prison guard released, but Corrections wants restrictionsLatu Kepu has been involved in multiple prison attacks, one of which was fatal.14 Jul 04:51 AM
New ZealandJanice Gray has one last gig after lifetime on stageFree Bus to God went live at the Christchurch Town Hall at the end of May.10 Jul 06:00 PM
CrimeLove rival shooting: Seven months of obsession leaves victim needing a miracleKrishan Dick-Karetai was jailed for nearly seven years last week.08 Jul 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumCrimeCorrections working with union to address rising prison violenceThe Sensible Sentencing Trust claims Corrections was warned ahead of the recent assault.08 Jul 12:13 AM
New ZealandPrisoners building new quarters after riotNew parts of prison are being constructed by inmates after a riot 18 months ago.03 Jul 06:27 PM
New Zealand'One less weight in my life': Sister's relief young mum's killer won't get out of jail earlySamuel Samson murdered Azalia Wilson while they were in a motel room with their baby.01 Jul 06:30 AM
New ZealandPrison for former Dilworth staffer: 'I lived for 30 years fearful of the knock on the door'Alister Harlow has been sentenced to three years, eight months' prison for sex abuse.01 Jul 04:48 AM
CrimeAltered sentence for man whose meth importation trial was eclipsed by Joseph Parker suppression battleTevita Kulu was sentenced in 2019 to 18 years' prison for the "home-grown" operation.01 Jul 12:46 AM
New Zealand'I just want him to get help': Man stabbed by stepson five timesEru stabbed his stepdad. He then fled the house and stabbed his brother on the street.27 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Did not eventuate': Police operation at Paremoremo after gathering expectedPolice were covering every entrance to the prison this morning.26 Jun 10:29 PM
