Sexual Assault
Blogger who helped discover 'rape culture' in US high school
To this day the American football obsessed town of Steubenville, Ohio occupies an uneasy place in the history of how we understand sexual assault. Video, Audio
James Whakaruru's killer convicted of more crimes
A man who killed Hawke's Bay boy James Whakaruru 20 years ago has pleaded guilty to 11 serious violence and sexual violence charges, which he committed after he was released from prison. Audio
Bullying report points the finger at reporters
It named no names, but the much-anticipated report into bullying in Parliament did lift the lid on people turning the place toxic.The journalists among them are part of the problem, according to the… Audio
Worksafe must investigate ‘systemic issues’ at Parliament – Mai Chen
Lawyer Mai Chen says Parliament's workplace culture needs to change, and the only way that's going to happen is to ensure there are consequences for perpetrators. She told Lisa Owen Worksafe should be… Audio
Sexual assault complaint laid against Parliamentary staffer
Little more than 24 hours after a damning report was released into Parliament's workplace culture, a Parliamentary staffer has been stood down after another staffer laid a formal complaint of sexual… Audio
Paula Bennett: Speaker should have gone to police
National deputy leader Paula Bennett says Speaker Trevor Mallard should have gone to police if he believed rape had occurred on Parliament grounds. She told Lisa Owen accusations of harassment raised… Video, Audio
Parliamentary staffer stood down over sexual assault complaint
A member of Parliamentary Services has been stood down after another staff member laid a formal complaint of sexual assault. Speaker Trevor Mallard made the announcement hours after he said he… Video, Audio
National committed to changing culture at Parliament – MP
National MP Barbara Kuriger says National is "open and on board" with improving workplace culture at Parliament, following a review which found bullying was rife. Audio
Kapiti Councillor appeals conviction and sentence
Kapiti Coast councillor David Scott, whose penis was measured during his trial for indecently assaulting a staff member, is seeking to overturn both his conviction and sentence. Audio
Allegations of sexual assault, harassment at Knox College
Otago University's Knox College has been the centre of allegations of sexual harassment and assault by four former female residents, according to the student magazine Critic. The College's Master… Audio
'Troubling, terrifying’ alleged assault described in trial
A man who claims he was sexually assaulted by a high profile businessman says he was told his career would be jeopardised if he didn't retract his police compliant. Audio
High-profile businessman accused of indecent assault
A prominent New Zealander has been accused of groping two men and then trying to bribe one of them to snuff out a police complaint. He went on trial in Auckland today with two associates, accused of… Audio
Roastbuster’s re-emergence reopens old wounds
Newshub aired an interview with a member of the notorious Roastbusters this week. Joseph Parker turned out to be partly penitent but more concerned about himself than his victims. Was it worth putting… Audio
NZDF medic honoured after shooting little boys in war - Hager
Investigative writer Nicky Hager says sources from the Defence Force have exposed a culture of bullying, sexual violence, drinking and cover-ups in the military. Audio
Labour summer camp assault report won't be revealed
A victim who complained of being sexually assaulted at a Labour Party summer youth camp says they are appalled the party is withholding a report into the incident. The party's president, Nigel… Audio
Asia Argento denies abuse accusation
Actress and filmmaker Asia Argento has found herself on the other side of the #MeToo conversation. The New York Times reported Sunday that months after publicly accusing Harvey Weinstein of rape… Audio
Sexual harassment in NZ music industry is under the spotlight
The New Zealand music scene will be put under the spotlight with a new study being conducted to determine the level of sexual harassment in the industry.
'This is the time for women to fight back' - Michele Dauber
The California judge in the Stanford sexual assault case has been recalled from office by local voters. In 2016 20-year-old Brock Turner sexually assaulted an unconscious woman, whose gut wrenching… Audio
Bill Cosby reacts angrily to guilty verdict
The man once known as America's dad is now facing the prospect of 10 years in jail, after being convicted on three charges of sexual assault. Bill Cosby reacted angrily to the verdict, shouting a… Audio
Bill Cosby found guilty on three charges of sexual assault
The comedian Bill Cosby has been found guilty on three charges of sexual assault. He could be sentenced to 10 years in prison on each of the charges. The 80-year-old has been accused of drugging and… Audio