Former Act Party Tim Jago president admits fresh historical sex abuse charge
Jago’s lawyer, Ian Brookie, declined to comment on his behalf. In August 2024, the disgraced former Act Party…
St Thomas of Canterbury College future fears: Christchurch school’s principal Steve Hart pays tribute to community that helped save his life
When I walked through the gates for the first time in 2004 as a young social studies teacher,…
Hastings man found guilty of attempted rape, sexual violation and assault of young woman in his home
She told them that in the days before they came knocking, she had feared for her life. Then…
Pale Luka jailed for Upper Hutt home invasion, sexual assault over second-hand iPhone dispute
The court heard victim impact statements from the family, detailing their daily struggles since the violent attack. “I…
Sexual assault, child protection cases reopened amid senior police officer concerns
In a statement sent to RNZ, Assistant Commissioner District Support Tusha Penny said concerns were raised in May…
Napier trial told young woman feared for her life at hands of older man she was living with
The man has pleaded not guilty to all charges. The woman, who has statutory name suppression, went to…
Man faces 27 charges alleging sexual and physical abuse of young woman
He then contacted police himself. Officers went round for a “welfare check” at the Hawke’s Bay property where…
Waikato businessman David Anderson jailed for sex acts in Auckland with underage girls
“I am of the view your meetings with the victims were well planned and orchestrated. The range of…
Fifa World Cup: Officials cut off reporters asking about rape allegations against Cape Verde captain Ryan Mendes
The tournament included New Zealand, Finland, Chile and Cape Verde. It is understood that the alleged assault occurred…
Community rallies behind survivor Kim Sawyers after act of kindness
He was sentenced to home detention last month and granted permanent name suppression. The presiding judge also suppressed…
Jayden Meyer sexually assaulted teen girl hours after bail release for other offending – now he’s in prison
“He knew the terms of his bail … he had the ability to decide he should not be…
Cape Verde Federation silent as Ryan Mendes faces Auckland assault inquiry
Two weeks later, after Auckland Police had begun preliminary inquiries, the complainant says she woke to six missed…