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Bar too high for urgent protection orders - family court lawyer
A family court lawyer is calling for legislative change, saying court and legal processes are exposing victims of domestic violence to further harm.
Wellingtonians, Aucklanders hit the beach to cool off
At Freyberg Beach, three friends sought shelter from the blazing sun under the shade of a tree, saying the weather was too good not to make the most of.
Treatment of youth in NZ prisons under the spotlight
Office of the Inspectorate will speak to young people, their families and prison staff to ensure Corrections is following international best practice.
'We need change' - Calls to curb summer drownings
Safety advocates say more work is needed to protect people in the water.
Ticket sales up for New Year's music festivals but bad weather hits some
It has been a mixed bag for event organisers as the New Year's music festival season comes to an end.
High Court to re-hear case over $230k Islamic law dower payment
One of New Zealand's higher courts has for the first time had to consider the rules around Islamic marriage contracts.
Corrections contractor disciplined over assault of prisoner
A security officer hired to transport prisoners has been disciplined after physically assaulting a prisoner at court.
Two Rimutaka Prison staff allowed to return to work after code of conduct breach
Two Rimutaka Prison staff who breached Corrections' code of conduct are being allowed to return to work.
'They're just trying to pretend' - Prison officer says corruption complaints shut down
A former Corrections officer says corruption at Rimutaka Prison is widespread and she was threatened with the sack when she spoke up.
Waikato prison opening delay yet again
The completion date for a Waikato prison build has been pushed back, meaning it will not house prisoners until late 2025.
Prison staff shortages no excuse for breaking law - Judge
The High Court has told Corrections to think about how it can move illegally transferred prisoners back to Wellington.
Fujitsu told to pay Corrections $3.9m after lengthy legal battle
The Wellington High Court has ruled in Corrections' favour in its long-running dispute with technology company Fujitsu.
Residents safe after blaze in Kāinga Ora residence in Lower Hutt
Residents of a Kāinga Ora housing complex in Avalon have been evacuated after a blaze started in one of the units.
'Our members are pretty grumpy' - Nurses taking legal route over late pay
Te Whatu Ora is months late in changing the pay rates for nurses who are now taking legal action seeking compensation.
Man fatally shot by police left behind life of crime and violence
A judge warned more than a decade ago that a man who held a weapon to a woman's throat last week was likely to unleash his anger at a partner in the future.
Bad weather expected to ruin between-island travel over the weekend
Passengers trying to travel the seas between the North and South Islands may have their hopes dashed once again.
NZ needs centre for disease control, experts say
The scientists argue it would build capacity needed to respond to future pandemics and better manage existing infectious disease threats.
Boy recovering after shovel attack at Auckland protest
A nine-year-old boy has spent the night in hospital after being hit in the head with a shovel as he was leaving a pro-Palestinian rally in Auckland on Sunday.
Wellington Council considers spend for next 10 years, sale of airport shares
The proposed Long Term Plan could see budget cuts in multiple areas.
Women prisoners transferred to other sites still not returned despite High Court ruling
Twenty-five inmates moved because of prison staff shortages in Wellington remain in either Auckland or Christchurch.
Scott Watson appeal can include new expert evidence, court rules
The Court of Appeal has ruled lawyers for the man convicted of murdering Ben Smart and Olivia Hope can include extra expert evidence in his appeal next year.
Prisoner attacked in jail loses Supreme Court bid to blame Corrections staff
A prisoner who was assaulted by another person in jail twice has failed in his latest bid to hold Corrections responsible.
'Not up to standard': Waka Kotahi back in court over incomplete works dispute
The builders behind Transmission Gully are taking Waka Kotahi to court over a dispute over quality checks and unfinished footpaths, road surfaces, cycleways.
Woman tells Supreme Court deportation would split daughter from 501 father
The woman was more than five months pregnant when she was arrested while driving a car carrying two passengers and 500 grams of meth.