New ZealandWoman takes boyfriend to disputes tribunal after he misses airport drop-off. She misses concertThe pair's relationship did not survive the legal spat and they are now separated.20 Jun 07:14 AM
New Zealand'The stuff of nightmares': Seasonal worker jailed after raping child at train stationCrown prosecutor Jackson Webber said it was 'an appalling rape of a vulnerable girl'.20 Jun 06:20 AM
New ZealandPolice misuse of database sparks disciplinary action against Counties Manukau officersThe officer used the database 'out of curiosity', comparing it to browsing social media.20 Jun 04:05 AM
New ZealandCar-jacker who left baby on roadside admits motor theft, disputes abductionThere was a baby inside the stolen vehicle who was then abandoned on a berm.19 Jun 11:55 PM
New ZealandTwo hairs and a photo: The evidence Scott Watson’s fate rests onConvicted killer has always denied murdering pair in the Marlborough Sounds.19 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Excessive self-defence:' Woman hit man in head with fire poker after social media scrapThe man turned up carrying a large knife and “asking for a fight”.19 Jun 08:00 AM
CrimeThree courts rule conviction remains for man who attempted to rape friendThe man took his case all the way to the Supreme Court... and lost.19 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandVictim's mother remains haunted by son's 'senseless death'Robert Taylor fled the scene leaving one mate dying and three others injured.19 Jun 02:05 AM
New Zealand‘Cold’ and ‘calculating’ conman defrauded businesses out of $450k'It had a massive impact on our business….but he also just left a trail of destruction.'18 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBotched holiday: Couple lose $6k when booking site refused to budge over 'mistake''There are plenty of last-minute deal seekers who may have chanced upon this availability'18 Jun 08:20 AM
New ZealandGambled away: Trusted manager's $500,000 fraud leaves workmates traumatisedKatie Watson stole items from her employer, then sold them online to feed her addiction.18 Jun 07:30 AM
New ZealandMan accused of bedroom fire murder either a 'failed hero' or 'caught red-handed'Emma Field was alive but likely unconscious when a fire took hold of her bedroom.18 Jun 06:30 AM
New ZealandReal estate agent who refused to do Māori course 'knew the consequences'REA: 'It’s not about indoctrination, it’s about raising awareness and understanding.'18 Jun 06:09 AM
New ZealandWoman allegedly murdered in bedroom blaze was unconscious, trappedEmma Field was alive when the fire took hold.17 Jun 09:00 AM
New Zealand'I need to change my attitude': Furious 11-time drink driver storms out on judge'You have no insight into the harm you could cause to others,' the judge said.17 Jun 08:27 AM
New ZealandWoman accuses police of deleting footage related to clan labA woman says she and her partner had nothing to do with a meth lab.17 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Injured mana': Reformed criminal turned drug counsellor sought $700,000 compensationPaora Sweeney wanted a marae-based apology from the prison manager for 'injury' to mana.17 Jun 05:08 AM
New ZealandOops, he did it again: Repeat drink driver caught a week shy of finishing sentenceHe was driving drunk in a vehicle without a court-imposed interlock device.17 Jun 03:52 AM
New ZealandEx-con supplied pistols to criminal underworld shortly before gun crime spikedPolice say they have intercepted numerous Alfa Carbines cut down to hand guns.16 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Shocked and mortified': TSB Bank teller stole from customers to feed gambling habitThe woman picked her victims carefully - they were either elderly or had health issues.16 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand120kg drug bust: Man caught near ship claims he was 'practising to become a boat captain'Kupa Koinaki didn't realise police had already taken the cocaine he was meant to collect.16 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand501 with more than 60 convictions thanks judge as he's sent to prison'Thank you judge - thank you for your understanding," the patched Comanchero said.16 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandTransgender woman off to men's prison after violent hammer attackCrown says jail challenges for trans woman not "something she should get a discount for".15 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi got partner out of jail with forged letters claiming terminal cancerBut two years later, the fraud was discovered and it all came crashing down.15 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCops move in to confiscate Tribesmen gang's $540k HQThe shed is on 'tainted' property and used at the Tribesmen's Christchurch headquarters.15 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandFall from grace: Rugby star bought guns to supply, faked burglaryA judge said it was 'almost unbelievable' to see Matua Parkinson's fall from grace.14 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTradie accused of $87k of fraud wanted trial thrown out due to 'excessive' delaysJason Lambert's lawyer argued: “It’s his right to be tried without undue delay.”14 Jun 08:14 AM
New Zealand'He’s had a tough time': Teen who smashed brick into man's head keeps name secretHis 69-year-old victim says the attack's left him a 'shadow' of his former self.14 Jun 05:01 AM
New ZealandCrown says Scott Watson was the only one with 'motive and opportunity' to killIt's the final day of the convicted double murderer's second appeal.14 Jun 12:36 AM
New ZealandCoca-Cola, Canadian Club, Cody's... and a clandestine labPolice allege the cans link the defendant to a clan lab in the lower Kaimai Ranges.13 Jun 08:00 AM
New ZealandFatal kiss: Murderer grilled about FB comments he was 'born to kill'Theodore Derrick-Hardie stabbed another teen to death for kissing his ex-girlfriend.13 Jun 07:21 AM
New ZealandFamily lawyer brutally attacked in court lift played dead in hope of survival'I remember waking on the floor, yelling for help and being in real fear for my life.'13 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'She knew what she was doing:' Woman sent injured child overseas to avoid police probeThe 35-year-old was accused of assaulting the girl who turned up at school with injuries.12 Jun 07:11 AM
New Zealand'Moral pressure': Scott Watson's lawyer blasts police tactics used to collar him for double murderWatson's lawyer: Police concertedly and repeatedly used suggestive practices to secure ID.12 Jun 06:57 AM
