New ZealandTransgender prisoner to receive apologyCorrections will apologise to Jade Follett following a revelation her transfer request went nowhere when a staff member went on leave.27 Aug 10:25 PM
New ZealandVoters want jails run by state, not privatelySerco and other private companies have no place running New Zealand prisons, a majority of voters believe.27 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSerco failed to report assaultA serious assault at Mt Eden prison saw an inmate's arm broken at the elbow and spun like a windmill - a case which Serco failed to report.27 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandInvestigation highlights depth of 'Serco circus' - MPIt was announced today that the terms of reference and timeframe for the chief inspector of Corrections' investigation have been extended.27 Aug 09:06 AM
New ZealandThe Big Read: Life on the InsideDavid Fisher talks to former inmates about what life behind bars is really like.27 Aug 07:30 AM
New ZealandTransgender prisoner moved to women's jailA transgender prisoner has been moved to a women's jail, hours after transgender advocacy group began a hunger strike highlighting her plight.27 Aug 04:13 AM
New ZealandInvestigation into prison fights extendedAn investigation into organised prisoner fights at Mt Eden prison has been extended due to the number of issues raised at the facility.26 Aug 11:18 PM
New Zealand'Men's prison not safe for trans woman'The Department of Corrections is defending its position on transgender prisoners, as an advocate group threatens a hunger strike.25 Aug 11:15 PM
New ZealandI just wanted out: Serco managerA former assistant director at then Serco-run Mt Eden Prison disputed a report in yesterday's Herald that he was dismissed for refusing to take a workplace drug test24 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCorrections breached duty of care for inmateThe Department of Corrections has apologised to a Waikato inmate's family after prison medical staff failed to properly care for his "complex medical needs".24 Aug 05:12 AM
New ZealandInquest into prisoner's death beginsA prisoner who died in jail had requested segregation from a man who had been convicted of sexually assaulted him.24 Aug 12:29 AM
New ZealandConnor's killer told: 'Your day is coming'Michael Murray is expected to be 'kept out of general population' as he serves his time for killing Connor Morris.14 Aug 08:07 PM
New ZealandAdditional staff brought in to Mt Eden prisonAdditional staff have been brought in to Mt Eden prison since Corrections stepped in to run the jail last month, the department has confirmed.13 Aug 10:30 PM
New ZealandDead inmate had huge rap sheetThe inmate found dead in his Mt Eden prison cell had admitted violence and sex charges against women and children spanning a period of four decades.13 Aug 07:55 PM
New ZealandPrisoners 'don't want to go to Serco'Labour MP Kelvin Davis visits criminals at Paremoremo prison to collect further stories about inmates' treatment at Mt Eden Corrections Facility.10 Aug 12:15 AM
New ZealandVictims can get share of crims' mistreatment compoUnder a new law, criminals won't be able to get their hands on mistreatment compensation cash while jailed, and their victims can claim compensation from the payouts.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMurderer fell for prison guardA murderer serving a life sentence at Auckland Prison in Paremoremo developed such an infatuation for a Corrections officer he had her name tattooed across his chest.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFine dining replaces jailhouse gelatinThe typical meal of mince and peas was out the window today in the Rimutaka Prison kitchen.07 Aug 06:50 AM
New ZealandGang member's identity kept a secretAn Auckland man facing a raft of drugs, weapons and money laundering charges appeared in court this morning for a bail application.03 Aug 11:31 PM
New ZealandPeters defends view on Lotu-IigaWinston Peters has defended embattled Corrections Minister Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga, saying he is partly qualified for the job because he is Samoan.02 Aug 07:19 PM
New ZealandCrowds gather for prison protestA crowd of about 100 protesters have gathered outside Auckand's Mt Eden Corrections Facility today against the privitisation of jails.31 Jul 11:21 PM
New ZealandPair in court for drug smugglingA single mum and a man have appeared in court for allegedly trying to smuggle drugs into a Christchurch prison.29 Jul 12:24 AM
New ZealandInmate's family question if care was 'adequate'Lawyers engaged by the family of a prison inmate who died after contracting a superbug want to know how staff responded to his complaints of illness.28 Jul 11:42 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: High incarceration rate is the real prison scandalHow naive can our political masters be. They let a private prison operator self-report on how well they're doing, then act surprised when it all turns to custard, writes Brian Rudman.28 Jul 09:31 PM
EditorialEditorial: Serco must be made an example ofFights in a prison are probably not unusual, and often worse that the "fight club" video from Mt Eden that has had a political chain-reaction.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMinister not worried over inmate arrestsThe arrest of three inmates at Mt Eden prison for allegedly helping to run a methamphetamine ring has not worried the Corrections Minister.28 Jul 05:57 AM
OpinionAndrew Geddis: Message on prisoner voting rights 'unequivocal'When a High Court judge comes out and makes a formal declaration that Parliament has failed to protect human rights, then we really should sit up and pay attention, writes Andrew Geddis.28 Jul 01:23 AM
New ZealandViolence 'under-reported' at Mt Eden prison?Inquiry to look at figures Serco sent to the Department of Corrections showing "prisoner on prisoner violence": Corrections Minister Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga.28 Jul 12:55 AM
New ZealandSerco could still deliver social servicesA Corrections Department management team has taken over the day to day running of the prison for the immediate future.27 Jul 11:31 PM
OpinionJarrod Gilbert: The night all hell broke loose at Mt Eden PrisonWhat is accepted in Mt Eden today will creep into other institutions as prisoners are transferred from one to the other, writes Jarrod Gilbert. As a remand facility, Mt Eden is a gateway to prisons around the country.27 Jul 09:40 PM
New ZealandSerco docked $565k over violenceThe money to be docked from Serco includes a large fine for failing to keep prison violence to levels set out in its contract with government.27 Jul 04:52 AM
New ZealandPrisoners 'smashed' their way outNew claims have emerged of unrest at another jail soon after scandal engulfed Mt Eden prison.26 Jul 09:55 PM
New ZealandSerco could lose Mt Eden contractJohn Key says there will be serious consequences for Serco if they are found to not be meeting obligations.26 Jul 07:54 PM
