New Zealand'I am 15': Man who had sex with 13yo allegedly lied about his age while procuring abortionA nurse said the then-20-year-old told her 'Yes, I am 15'.24 Jan 03:44 AM
Crime‘So many secrets': Ex-deputy principal jailed for sexual relationship with studentThe offences occurred in the early 2000s when Iain Anderson was at Tapawera Area School.24 Jan 01:35 AM
EntertainmentChris Brown sues Warner Bros Discovery for $880mThe singer claims a 2024 documentary labelled him a ‘serial rapist’.23 Jan 09:48 PM
New ZealandStepdad gave young girl lollypops in exchange for silence about ongoing abuseThe man has now been jailed for 'hundreds' of indecent assaults he inflicted on her.22 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandLuca Fairgray trial: Openings for Luca Fairgray trialCrown prosecutor Rosemary Hayden and Luca Fairgray’s lawyer, Susan Gray, give their opening remarks to the court.Watch22 Jan 12:12 AM
Crime'He knew I was scared': Man allegedly raped teen after locking her in carTairone Walker denies being with the girl, saying he instead spent the night at home.21 Jan 05:36 AM
New ZealandLawyer for man accused of sex with 13yo says jury needs to consider his ADHD, AutismBoth the complainant and defendant in the case are neurodiverse.21 Jan 02:54 AM
New ZealandFormer Gloriavale members dismiss leaders' apology as insincereApology called 'completely disingenuous' and a 'box-ticking exercise'.20 Jan 06:54 PM
Entertainment‘Revoltingly false’: Actor-director’s team slams Blake Lively over sex claimsLively’s team called Baldoni’s lawsuit 'another chapter in the abuser playbook'.20 Jan 01:15 AM
New Zealand'Profound sorrow': Gloriavale leader offers public apology for abuse at secretive sectGloriavale's Overseeing Shepherd delivers public apology demanded by Royal Commission.19 Jan 05:54 AM
New Zealand'It is sickening and they are evil': A teenage pack-rape survivor speaks outThree men raped her. She was in pain, felt powerless, 'frozen' and too afraid to resist.18 Jan 10:15 PM
New Zealand'I was a mess': Sisters reveal what it's really like to confront sex abuser in court'I’ve grown my wings... like I'm free and I feel really good that it’s all now out there.'18 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandLarge fire at former Centrepoint commune overnightThe commune - which was led by convicted sex offender Bert Potter - had a dark history.17 Jan 06:34 PM
New ZealandVictim ‘horrified’ as court removes abuser from sex offender registerAfter a 16-year battle for justice, the victim regrets going to authorities. 17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandJailed Dilworth teacher dies days after compassionate releaseRobert Wynward sexually abused eight young boys at the Auckland boarding school.17 Jan 05:28 AM
New Zealand'I felt like I failed her': Father haunted by preschool daughter's abuseJudge Marshall said the offending was too serious for anything other than jail.16 Jan 07:00 PM
New Zealand‘You stole his childhood’: Teen hitchhiker followed to playground and sexually preyed uponThe judge had 'never seen anyone less remorseful' than the offender.16 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSuppressed details of abuse victims published on Justice website in ‘serious’ privacy breachA mass audit of thousands of decisions is now under way after the privacy slip-up. 16 Jan 06:07 AM
CrimeSocial media influencer outed as serial sex offenderThe former socialite had maintained suppression despite having been in prison since 2022.16 Jan 04:03 AM
Entertainment‘Emphatically did not happen’: Neil Gaiman denies assault claims'I have never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone.'15 Jan 09:14 PM
New Zealand'I don’t have a mum': Girl was disowned after revealing her stepdad’s sexual abuseThe girl's mother chose to stand by her partner, who was jailed for 11 years.15 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWho is Neil Gaiman – the author facing sexual assault allegations in NZ?The new sexual assault allegations have halted film and TV adaptations.15 Jan 03:57 AM
New ZealandAuthor Neil Gaiman faces new sexual assault allegations, including alleged abuse of NZ womanMultiple women have spoken to Vulture, detailing experiences with the fantasy author.14 Jan 06:13 AM
New Zealand'Spiritual healer' jailed for sex assaults gets early release despite lack of insightSonny Chin maintained touching his clients indecently was part of the healing process.14 Jan 04:00 AM
New Zealand'A blip': Man's defence for indecent assault on waitressA drunk man who groped a waitress has been sentenced to community work.12 Jan 10:43 PM
New Zealand‘No progress’: Notorious rapist Roger Kahui declined paroleRoger Kahui refuses to see a psychologist or engage with rehab programmes behind bars. 10 Jan 03:00 AM
World'Every parent’s biggest fear': US dad kills 'monster' found with his young daughter'This monster ... just appeared in a place where our child should have been safe.'08 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldFiji police probe alleged sexual assault of Virgin Australia crew memberFiji Government urges caution after alleged attacks in Nadi.02 Jan 07:37 AM
New Zealand'Consent is crucial': Victim of Hamilton teen sex offender speaksHamilton teen's initial prison term was reduced by 60 months due to a range of factors.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand2024's high-profile court stories: Gangs, illegal prostitution and an infamous murderWe look back on serious court cases and a parole hearing with a twist.31 Dec 03:58 PM
New ZealandThe confession that provided new hope in a 50-year-old cold caseA Herald investigation in 2019 uncovered fresh evidence in a 50-year-old unsolved murder.30 Dec 05:00 PM
EducationCall for mandatory child protection training for teachersTeachers are in prime position to notice signs of child abuse.30 Dec 01:57 AM
Entertainment‘It was traumatic’: The scandalous making of Franco Zeffirelli’s Romeo and JulietOlivia Hussey and Leonard Whiting suffered 'mental anguish and emotional distress'.28 Dec 10:51 PM
EntertainmentHollywood studio Sony Pictures ‘fully and firmly’ supports Blake LivelySAG-AFTRA also condemned the 'starling and troubling allegations' against Justin Baldoni.25 Dec 07:58 PM
