Drug‑impaired truck driver jailed over fatal Waimate crash
He cited aggravating features including “enormous” levels of harm to Weir’s family, the level of drugs in his…
Hong Kong honeymooner disqualified for Wānaka crash causing serious injuries
He noted Cheung’s remorse, positive character recommendations, desire to partake in reparations, as well as his lack of…
Taranaki father sentenced for sexual violation, rape of his young daughter
The ongoing tally of harm free days is one strategy she has used to help prevent herself from…
Auckland motorist Ashley Wilson sentenced for death of James Wyatt on Leigh farmland
“I’m required to sentence in accordance with the law,” he said, noting the charge Wilson was found guilty…
Northland woman jailed for life after murdering cousin in jealous rage
Justice Andrew Becroft took the time to acknowledge the loss of life, saying Moke’s death was a loss…
Auckland judge rebukes supporters as Razz Edwards sentenced for abusing girls
Edwards was found guilty via a majority verdict in Auckland District Court earlier this year following a trial…
Adam Brook sentenced for sexual violation of Canterbury teenage girl
“I felt unable to stand up for myself. You dragged me through some of the toughest times of…
Aitua Puriri sentenced for the manslaughter of his Whangārei nephew, Reign Puriri
At the High Court in Whangārei yesterday, there was a heavy presence of police and security officers as…
HelloFresh sentenced, cold calls played to court, meal-kit company denies setting ‘subscription traps’
“Is there anything we can maybe change or improve in your opinion?” He spoke about air fryer recipes…
Former building designer Lucy Walsh fined $10,000 for forging documents for Central Otago dwelling
All restricted building work must be carried out or supervised by an LBP under law, but Walsh continued…
Jacob Blake sentenced for Christchurch van thefts and drug‑fuelled crime spree
The man leapt into the passenger seat and tried to stop him from driving off. But Blake drove…
Mathew Hannon sentenced for manslaughter after he ‘engineered’ neighbour’s death
After a lengthy police investigation, Hannon and two other men were charged with murdering the 55-year-old. Mathew David…