Crime
Harsher jail terms to come for 'coward punch' attacks
The Government is changing the law so a coward punch, or king hit, is a specified offence with jail terms of between eight years and life. Walk without Fear Trust Spokesperson Mike Angove spoke to… Audio
New forensic evidence in the Khandallah murder trial
Forensic evidence in the Khandallah murder trial shows blood spatters at the base of a bedroom wall indicating a blow was dealt while the victim lay on the floor. Reporter Kate Green spoke to Corin… Audio
Harsher penalties announced for 'one punch' attacks
The government says new penalties for those who hurl coward punches will reflect the gravity of their crime. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
New Brenton Tarrant podcast is released
A lengthy investitation here and overseas, into terrorist Brenton Tarrant claims he was radicalised much earlier than previously known. A multi-part podcast "Secrets We Keep: Lone Actor" in his… Audio
'Good initiative' - PM defends boot camps after teenager removed
PM defends the government's military boot camps pilot following the removal of a participant after a court appearance
Man in custody following homicide in Auckland
A man is in custody after a police search for a "person of interest" following the death of a man in Ōtāhuhu.
How jurors will decide the outcome of mushroom triple-murder trial
Erin Patterson is accused of murdering three relatives and attempting to murder a fourth at a lunch at her home in south-east of Melbourne.
Khandallah murder trial: Blood splatter found around the kitchen sink
Forensic scientist says it appeared someone washed blood-stained hands or an object in sink.
New data being considered in family harm and gender-based violence
Research into gender-based violence and family violence has for the first time examined a wider set of data, to get a clearer picture of deadly violence against women and children. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 30th June 2025
In today's episode, Farmers in Tasman and Nelson are getting on with repairs while they wait to see if more bad weather comes to frutition, 17 homes in Nelson and Tasman are currently uninhabitable… Audio
Little change in gender based deaths - report
A report into deaths from gender-based violence has found there's been no significant reduction in the number of victims between 2009 and 2022. Audio
PM on harsher sentences for violence against emergency workers
The government's moving to bring in more jail time for anyone convicted of assaulting an emergency worker. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Justice Minister proposes higher penalties for assaults against first responders
Paul Goldsmith's proposal would expand the current assault against police to also cover prison officers and all first responders.
Sentencing reforms to 'restore law and order' come into effect
The reforms will cap discounts judges can give to an offender and introduce aggravating factors at sentencing.
Former Beauty and the Geek contestant accused of murder
Tamika Chesser is accused of killing her partner Julian Story, with some of his remains yet to be found.
Stepson of heir to Norway's throne charged with rape, sexual assault
Marius Borg Høiby faces multiple charges but his lawyer said he doesn't accept wrongdoing in most of the cases.
Woman sexually assaulted while walking dog in Waikato
Police would like to speak to a man who was seen wearing a white hooded sweatshirt on a bicycle.
Police looking for offender of daylight sexual assault on popular Wellington walkway
A woman was sexually assaulted about halfway up the stairs of the Rangituhi Colonial Knob walking track.
Looting the temples: a story of crime and redemption
A new documentary uncovers the illicit trade in thousand-year-old looted Cambodian temple treasures. From remote villages to elite international art institutions, LOOT uncovers the underbelly of a… Audio
Third person sentenced in relation to Awarua fire
She has been convicted and discharged in the Invercargill District Court.
