NRL: Toby Rudolf avoids conviction after exposing ‘buttocks’ to park ranger
The judge granted the forward a section 10 in court meaning he doesn’t face a conviction despite the…
Taranaki locals’ opposition to TSB-Heartland merger heard in court; Judge’s decision to be unveiled on Tuesday
One of the community group’s lawyers, Daniel Grove, challenged this, pointing to cases where the courts had intervened…
Barrister who allegedly accused judges of ‘conspiracy’ fights misconduct charges
Instead, he heard about concerns over his cognitive abilities, which he strongly rejected. The lawyer, who has interim…
Rotorua courthouse black mould forces judges out, sentencings delayed
Just when they thought plans were underway to build a new courthouse on newly bought land on Pukuatua…
Judging the judges: Almost 3000 complaints about New Zealand courtroom conduct include bullying and bias
The complaints criticise courtroom conduct by judges at the Supreme Court, the High Court, the District Court, the…
Viva Beauty Awards 2026 Judges Reveal The Products They Swear By Now
Ahead of an in-person judging panel early next month, the judges from this year’s Viva Beauty Awards share…
Rotorua barristers Prue McGuire and Chris Macklin named new District Court judges
Her first job was at LW Goodman in Palmerston North before becoming a staff solicitor and later an…
Kneecap rapper Liam O’Hanna wins new court victory over ‘witch hunt’ terror charge
“The judge was right to hold that he had no jurisdiction,” the pair stated in a 13-page ruling,…
Judge Ema Aitken conduct hearing told senior judges may be reluctant to aid special counsel
The panel is investigating those events and whether Judge Aitken’s actions crossed a line. It will call five…
‘Simply stellar’: Mt Taranaki image wows International Landscape Photographer of the Year judges
“This award is a huge motivation boost, and it inspires me to keep pushing myself, growing, and creating…
Stablemates fight out Guineas on Riccarton’s day of drama
People underdressed for the spring soaking hid under umbrellas, rubbish bins, chairs and each other, while others embraced…
Booker Prize shortlist announced with six novels in the running for top award
‘Flashlight’ by Susan Choi Choi followed up Trust Exercise, from 2019, with another novel that asks readers to…