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Trusted grandfather figure admits sexually abusing girl

A trusted grandfather figure changes plea to admit sexual abuse of young girl.

Police use of ‘excessive force’ might not have happened if earlier complaint was addressed

The detainee says he attacked the officer because he believed he would be assaulted again.

Elderly man says he ‘didn’t know’ possessing child abuse images was illegal

Man had 68,500 images and videos on his computer and hard drives.

Young mum linked to Comancheros’ meth operation faces possible deportation to Oz

If deported, her daughter will be permanently separated from her 501 deportee father.

Man's hidden cameras capture ex-partner in compromising positions

“She felt upset and disgusted at the intrusion on her privacy.”

'Caring' teacher who hit his own children with a broom and shoe will remain in the classroom

The tribunal commended the teacher's efforts to work on his issues.

Violent offender vows to change for his children

“He wants to become a working and contributing member of society.”

Chinese businessman takes action in NZ courts to prise $1.5m from millionaire murderer Fang Sun

New Zealand court issues order enforcing Chinese judgment.

'I just want my finger back': Bakeworks fined after workers’ fingers mangled in machinery

A second injured woman says she still suffers from flashbacks and nightmares.

'Lights out': Farmhand gets $25k after threatening, foul-mouthed rant

Teen farmhand so scared of boss' husband he resigned after only three weeks on the job.

Trusted granddad raped and sexually abused young girl for two years, Crown claims

Sinister side of trusted grandfather emerged after bedtime, sexual abuse victim claims.

Brutal attack: Woman slashed, suffers fractured eye socket after using all the meth

The judge said it was a 'brutal attack involving extreme violence'.

Autistic man who bludgeoned love rival to death has appeal dismissed

The man bludgeoned a 19-year-old love rival as his partner slept next to him.

'Living hell': Sri Lankan sex abuse survivor granted NZ refugee status

'She remains nervous, suspicious and vigilant when on public transport' - tribunal

Oranga Tamariki care provider abuse: Man pleads not guilty

He is one of three accused of historic offending against boys.

'Taken too soon': Man accused of drug driving in crash that killed passenger

A young dad was killed when the car he was a passenger in smashed into a parked truck.

Spending spree: Ministry purchases $4000 desks, $13,000 wardrobes

There was one picnic table but most of the new furniture was to furnish judges' chambers.

Prison rioters caused $1 million in damage

Paul Makoare was just 18 years old and a remand prisoner when he took part in the riot.