New ZealandNational slams Government's infrastructure plansAdams said the Government was conflicted and confused.18 Aug 01:09 AM
KahuBig Read: How 'tough on crime' equals votes and bulging prisonsAndrew Little's justice reform could fall victim to 'hot button' politics.17 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPower partially restored to Mt Eden prison"The site is locked down and secure, and all prisoners are accounted for."08 Aug 11:11 PM
OpinionJarrod Gilbert: A chance to rethink the criminal justice systemComment: How could I be critical of what is done if I'd refused the chance to do it right?08 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDog socks it to prison drug smugglersDog uncovered 11.5 grams of cannabis oil hidden in a pair of socks20 Jul 12:53 AM
New ZealandKing of the Killer Beez free after 10 year prison sentenceJosh Masters said he 'hated' P. Ten years later, he's finally left prison for dealing.14 Jul 02:26 AM
New ZealandJosh Masters released after 10 years in prisonJosh Masters was released by the Parole Board in July 2018 after 10 years in prison for dealing methamphetamine. Video / File / MediaWorksWatch14 Jul 12:55 AM
New Zealand'Security risk': Killers could walk out of high-risk facilitiesSystem failures could result in patients walking out of high-risk facilities.11 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentKim K visits women's prisonThe trip was research in helping offenders adjust to life outside prison.08 Jul 12:33 AM
New ZealandPrison term cut for Head Hunters gang boss due to ill healthWilliam Hines has successfully appealed the length of his jail sentence owing to illness.06 Jul 12:35 AM
New ZealandSensible Sentencing Trust founder resignsGarth McVicar steps down. Sensible Sentencing Trust to be led by new management committee.05 Jul 01:01 AM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Govt has bob each way on penal policyCOMMENT: The Government continues to play footsie with the law and order lobbyists.03 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandJailed man seriously injured in gang assaultA prisoner suffered serious injuries in gang assault.02 Jul 08:36 PM
New ZealandKelvin Davis sets the record straightCorrections Minister Kelvin Davis has clarified confusion over what he knew and when.01 Jul 11:16 PM
New ZealandBridges: Fewer beds for more prisonersThe 10-year projection of NZ's prison population has surged in the past two years.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandLittle: Sensible Sentencing Trust leaders 'loopy' and 'callous'A key player in pushing for harsher criminal punishment has been sidelined.21 Jun 05:00 PM
CrimeHB Regional Prison volunteers earn national awardsVolunteer-run yoga classes one of the most popular among prison inmates.18 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandLittle: Rehabilitation key to reducing prison musterJustice Minister says there are other things besides three strikes to reduce prison muster17 Jun 12:31 AM
New ZealandInmates could sleep on mattresses on ground, says ministerKelvin Davis says there is a contingency plan if the prison population continues growing.13 Jun 08:01 AM
New ZealandMinister of Corrections announces plan for Waikeria Prison facilitiesMinister of Corrections, Kelvin Davis, announces plan for Waikeria Prison facilities. / Dean PurcellWatch13 Jun 06:04 AM
OpinionLiam Martin: Prison breeds crime, it doesn't cure itCOMMENT: Building houses will work far better, making people safe, than building prisons.11 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandViolent offenders programme a success in prisonThe initiative is aimed at high-risk offenders to give them access to intensive therapy.10 Jun 03:57 AM
New ZealandChild sex offender may live near primary schoolA repeat child sex offender may soon be housed at a property near a Christchurch school06 Jun 11:07 PM
New ZealandSurge in prison suicides after 'tough on crime' boomResearch suggests severe policies have an effect opposite to what was intended.05 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionAnnah Stretton: Prison can be used to change livesCOMMENT: Prison can be turned into a life changing experience for offenders.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Prison 'not optimal' for violent prisonersNew Zealand's only maximum security facility, at Paremoremo, is more than 50 years old.03 Jun 09:07 PM
New ZealandPrison guards call in sick as attacks mountAbout 30 corrections staff called in sick after an increase in organised violence.03 Jun 07:44 AM
OpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Crowded prisons no excuse for home detentionCOMMENT: Andrew Little's planning a lot of change. But his motivation is problematic.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMax security prisoner attacks staff member at Auckland PrisonThree attacks have targeted staff members at Auckland Prison in the past week.01 Jun 05:15 AM
New ZealandNational promises to reinstate three strikesNational says it will reverse any criminal justice.changes made by the Govt.31 May 03:14 AM
KahuBrothers await fate over brutal deathThey spent their childhood in Whanganui; now they face life in an Aussie prison31 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandInmates: Guards stealing our newspapersNewspapers intended for inmates said to be winding up with guards.28 May 06:55 AM
New Zealand'Best guess' on prison numbers before inmate blowoutForecasts of prison populations called a "best guess" after inmate projections go wrong.27 May 05:00 PM
CrimeCorrections helping young offenders to 'be who they want to be'New programmes responsive to young offenders and the way they learn will help communities.25 May 06:00 PM
