Kaipara election hoardings vandalised amid rising abuse of local politicians
Kaipara Mayor Craig Jepson rejected the claim, saying he promoted equal opportunities and “equal fair treatment”. Jepson, who…
Auckland puppies rescued after alleged abuse, man faces charges
“It’s senseless why someone would want to bring harm upon these young pups,” Plunkett said. “I’d like to…
Christchurch father jailed for sexual abuse of intellectually disabled daughter
The woman was in tears as she told her father she had a lot of hate and resentment…
Oprah’s book club pick ‘The Tell’ called into question
After being endorsed by the top celebrity book clubs, the best-selling memoir is under new scrutiny Amy Griffin’s…
Rotorua roadworks: Reckless driving and abuse at Mamaku site spurs NZTA warning
“We know most drivers do the right thing – but even one risky choice can have serious consequences.”…
Oranga Tamariki caregivers trial: More children describe punishments
The alleged offending came to light when one of the children, given the false name Sally to protect…
Northland man fighting to keep name suppression in child abuse case
That application is currently before the Court of Appeal for a decision that is impacting requests by the…
Friend’s mum says girl turned up after fleeing Whangārei Oranga Tamariki caregivers
As registered Oranga Tamariki caregivers they had multiple children living with them over the years and four key…
Wealthy NZ family member guilty of having child abuse images given sentence discount for donation
The donations were made on June 9, 2025, and he had been due for sentencing on June 13.…
Rotorua man found with child abuse images sentenced to home detention
Ware earlier pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of objectionable material – one being a representative charge…
Whangārei Oranga Tamariki caregivers’ child abuse trial closed to the public after complainant walks out
The alleged offending came to light when a child, Sally*, ran away and a friend’s mother alerted police.…
Todd Williams sentenced to prison for nearly 9000 child abuse images
The account responsible for uploading the file was attributed to Williams. DIA digital child exploitation team manager Tim…