CrimeRetire or get help: Elderly farmer fined for neglect of cows that were euthanisedA neighbour reported a cow lying in the yard was "barely alive".27 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSteve Braunias: The sad, strange case of Nikita Tekotia, whose baby daughter was murderedShe failed, acutely and profoundly, to look after and save Arapera Fia.27 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJuha SaarinenJuha Saarinen: Can police put a dent in cybercrime ransom figures?OPINION: Ransomware payments shot up to a record US$1.1 billion last year.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMt Albert homicide: Kāinga Ora admit resident complaints before ‘tragedy’The estate, with 20 one-bedroom units, is known to have had security issues in the past.27 Feb 06:00 AM
New ZealandElectric bike thefts: Alleged thief had 11 bicycles worth $58,000, ammunition at homePolice charged a 36yo man over the thefts, prompted by investigation into Parnell spate.27 Feb 02:11 AM
Crime'Landlords be aware:' Home owner under fire for retaliatory evictionThe case ended up in the Tenancy Tribunal where the termination notice was set aside.27 Feb 02:02 AM
Crime'You failed': Dad's grief as mother of 2yo beaten to death sentencedArapera Fia was forced to isolate with her killer, who had been diagnosed with Covid-19.26 Feb 10:40 PM
Crime'Horrific banging noises': Waiheke local describes chaotic ferry brawlPeople could be heard stamping and being thrown around on the top deck in the fracas.26 Feb 10:33 PM
New ZealandGurjit Singh death: Accused pleads not guilty to murderThe 33-year-old technician appeared before the High Court at Dunedin this morning.26 Feb 09:36 PM
Crime'Enough to level the Sky Tower': Amateur bomb-maker's threat that spurred large-scale evacuationThe wheelchair-bound ex-con had been released from prison two months earlier.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Bodyguards for months:' Security issues rife at housing estate before homicideOne man died after a reported 'disorder incident' on He Ana Way, in Auckland’s Mt Albert.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAppeal denied for killer who climbed in bed between dead flatmate and sleeping girlfriendJianxin Tu has been denied a final appeal against his sentence of life in prison.26 Feb 07:26 AM
New ZealandStranger threatened guests at 80th birthday before fleeing with a MargaritaHe walked over to the cake table, picked up a knife and started eating a piece of cake.26 Feb 05:25 AM
New ZealandMurder victim said he'd be 'dead tomorrow' after testifying against Mongrel Mob bossThe Crown and defence are closing their case in the Eli Johnson murder trial.26 Feb 03:09 AM
New ZealandMurder accused claims partner stabbed himself in head during fatal argumentA woman is on trial after allegedly murdering a man in Ashburton in 2019.26 Feb 02:35 AM
New Zealand'Political gimmick': Law expert sceptical Govt's hardline gang legislation will workThe proposed legislation was modelled on a similar law passed in Western Australia.25 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Well-practised thief': Judge slams shoplifter for involving children in theftsThe judge believed Reece Whatarau tried to manipulate his victims.24 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandYouth running coach's jailhouse confession: '140 to 150 additional victims'Alan Rubick has been in jail for the past decade for sexual offending against boys.24 Feb 08:00 AM
CrimeInvercargill man 'hunts' and stabs friend in the neckJames Michael Tipene admitted to police he 'went hunting' for his victim after a dispute.24 Feb 04:05 AM
New ZealandChristchurch chemist robbery: Gunman barricaded in terrified staffThe robber "smelled like hell" according to a witness.24 Feb 04:02 AM
CrimeTrial date set for man accused of fatal crash resulting in teen's deathThe 17-year-old died in a two-car collision in June 2023.23 Feb 05:00 PM
CrimeWoman who helped cop killer flee murder scene jailed for longer term after meth supply raidThe commercial meth enterprise started not long after her High Court sentencing.23 Feb 04:12 AM
New ZealandTwo men arrested after Huntly service station robberiesThe offenders allegedly broke into two service stations within one minute.23 Feb 04:05 AM
Crime'A real threat to the community': Brothers jailed who shot and killed rival's motherThe bullet was intended for the victim's son.23 Feb 03:52 AM
New ZealandGunman on the run in Taupō after knife fight sparks school lockdownPolice will be visiting friends and family of gunman as the search resumes22 Feb 08:35 PM
New ZealandAttacker bashes relative with cricket batThe victim has permanently damaged eyesight after being bashed with a bat in a carpark.22 Feb 07:00 AM
CrimeTeen dad high on cannabis found not guilty of newborn son's manslaughter'There’s no suggestion that he deliberately assaulted his cherished son' - defence.22 Feb 04:23 AM
New ZealandDunedin teacher jailed for 'frenzied' stabbing murder of partner in bathtubCarole Coade pleaded guilty to stabbing her partner to death in the bath.22 Feb 12:26 AM
New ZealandText scam ring: Police charge two teens for allegedly fleecing each victim of up to $100kTwo UK nationals were arrested over scams impersonating trusted organisations.21 Feb 11:06 PM
New ZealandWife killer released on parole to 'oceanfront luxury' homeThe Matamata horse breeder Greg Meads' release has shocked one local who lives nearby.21 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandDoorman beaten, stomped unconscious, attacker claims 'just a pub fight'Tuumanako Tawha stomped on the victim's head as he lay on the ground.21 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan who led 13yo Nelson girl into 'sexual trap' caught trying to board plane to China“He was collared trying to do a runner,” Crown prosecutor.21 Feb 06:00 AM
CrimeTeen having psychotic episode fled from hospital hours before he diedJak Seth's father told an inquest the 19-year-old was a “smart and intelligent kid”.20 Feb 05:00 PM
CrimeBoth parents of 8-month-old who died covered in bruises admit they assaulted kids out of anger“I’ve sinned,” the baby's father, now on trial for murder, told police.20 Feb 07:25 AM
