'Innocent people can and do rot in jail': Convicted businessman's plea for help
The wealthy Kiwi said: "I would doubt I would survive any period in prison."
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Packed room for public meeting on crime and harassment in Wellington
Solutions discussed to address growing violence and antisocial behaviour in the capital.
Man admits indecently assaulting teenage boys at Gloriavale
21-year-old man has pleaded guilty to sexual offending at Gloriavale Christian Community.
'Outrageous;' 'embarrassment': Collins, Ardern trade letters over Mallard saga
They've been going back-and-forth over the recent controversial saga in the House.
Child abuser may have prostituted boys to priests, inquiry told
A man who spent time in the Epuni Boys' Home in the 1970s has given further evidence.
Kiwi touch prospect will be deported after jail term for rape
The New Zealand 20-year-old raped a 16-year-old girl as she slept.
Sasha Borissenko: The nuts and bolts of the Colin Craig v Rachel MacGregor case
Will this go to the Supreme Court? Crazier things have happened.
Josh Duggar released as he awaits trial for child porn
In 2015, Josh Duggar had molested four of his sisters and a babysitter.
Serial child sex offender jailed for raping boy 24 years ago
Twenty-four years after a man sexually abused a boy in Rotorua, the man has been jailed.
Report shows shocking rate of violence experienced by wāhine Māori
Report states half of wāhine Māori have experienced sexual or physical violence.
Police, Oranga Tamariki conclude Gloriavale interviews
Police say they "are undertaking a comprehensive review of Gloriavale matters".
Dilworth School sex abuse investigation: Another alleged abuser named
Justice Neil Campbell declined Graeme Lindsay's application for ongoing name suppression.
Woman's suspicion about miscarriage validated during inquiry
A woman raped by welfare home staff outlines her ordeal.
Focus: Marama Davidson announces new programme to eliminate family and sexual violence
Minister for the Prevention of Family Violence and Sexual Violence, Marama Davidson, announces a new programme that aims to eliminate family and sexual violence. Video / Michael Craig
'Please believe them': Sexual abuse survivor says state labelled her a liar
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Offender's life would be 'totally ruined' by conviction: Judge
Dunedin man avoids conviction and receives permanent name suppression.
Focus: PM Ardern on Speaker Trevor Mallard's debate comments
PM Jacinda Ardern said what happened in the debating chamber Monday night was "totally inappropriate". Video / Derek Cheng
Key participant sentenced in rich-lister's 'Gold Coast plot'
Prominent businessman's manager sentenced to home detention for role in criminal scheme.
'The biggest bully I've ever seen in Parliament' - Speaker Trevor Mallard digs heels in over sex-assault claim
The Speaker of the House has accused a former parliamentary staffer of sexual assault.
Victoria Uni prompt meeting involving police- regarding assault reports
It comes after an investigation was launched over the assault at the Te Puni Village.
Game of Thrones actress sues Marilyn Manson for sexual assault
Bianco has previously accused Manson of physically and emotionally abusing her.
Former reality TV star arrested on child porn charges
Duggar previously apologised for a pornography addiction and cheating on his wife.
Burkina Faso gold mining growth fuels sex trafficking
Nigerian women talk about being brought to Burkina Faso under false pretences.
Rich-lister's sentencing delayed over health fears
Crown objects to delay and says guilty businessman can get his medical care in prison.
Sydney gang rapist's parole bid fails
Mohammed Skaf will remain behind bars for at least another four months.
116 times in 5 years: DHB's calls to police, Oranga Tamariki over suspected child abuse
"Our staff should be recognised for the difference they make to those kids."
Police to amalgamate Wellington District's Adult Sexual Assault units
New team will work alongside the centralised Child Protection Team.
Rapper pardoned by Trump gets probation in teen's assault case
Rapper sentenced to probation for assaulting teenage girl in hotel room.
'Our voices have been heard': Young Wellington students await council action on safety in the capital's streets
'Decision-makers shouldn't be willing to accept one more assault happening in the city.'
Ex-police officer seeks to challenge rape conviction in Supreme Court
Mother speaks out: 'The justice system and the NZ Police have failed him and my family.'
Rape charges dismissed due to 43-year wait
The man's charges were dismissed on a narrow margin due to the lengthy delay.
Sex assault: 'I felt judged' - woman's anger after taking 'stealthing' case to police
"The whole system definitely failed me and so many other people."
Maxwell pleads not guilty to new charges
Ghislaine Maxwell faced her trial judge in person for the first time Friday as lawyers squabbled over exactly when she should be tried on sex trafficking charges that allege that she procured teenage girls for Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse. Video / AP
Ghislaine Maxwell pleads not guilty to latest sex trafficking charges
Ghislaine Maxwell had waited nine months to plead her innocence in a New York courtroom.