Increasing use of AVL in courts
The use of audio visual links (AVL) connecting courts and prisons for remand appearances has increased by more than 50 percent over the last two years.
News archive
This is the news archive for news items 2017 and earlier. For current news, please see the main news section.
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We’ve made it easier to apply for legal aid
We’ve made it easier to apply for legal aid, redeveloping five forms into a simplified one. Thank you to everyone who gave feedback on the old legal aid forms.
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Briefings to Incoming Ministers (BIMs) released
Briefings summarising key areas of policy & issues to incoming Ministers
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Ministry wants to support staff affected by family violence
We've developed a policy that recognises our own employees may need support if they experience family violence at home.
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Christchurch Justice Precinct officially open
The $300 million Justice and Emergency Services Precinct in Christchurch has been officially opened today.
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New initiatives to help victims of sexual violence
An online guide and specialist training for court staff are among the new initiatives funded by boost to improve victims’ experience in the justice system.
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High-quality restorative justice assured
A newly published guide reflects the high-quality service people taking part in restorative justice can expect from providers.
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Ancient Kauri helps repair the wrongs for victims
A table carved from 1000-year-old swamp Kauri is helping support victims at District Court at Kaikohe.
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Bills to modernise courts and tribunals
Two Bills introduced to Parliament recently will help further modernise court and tribunal services, enabling them to move with the times.
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Thousands benefiting from home safety service
The National Home Safety Service has benefited more than 2200 people affected by family violence since being rolled out nationwide 2 years ago.
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Christchurch Precinct public open day Sunday 17 September
Christchurch’s new Justice and Emergency Services Precinct is nearing completion, and you are invited to look behind the scenes before agencies move in.
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Another milestone for Christchurch Justice and Emergency Services Precinct
Cantabrians will soon have access to some of the most modern and efficient justice and emergency services in the country with the Precinct nearing completion.
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Look back to go forward
National Sexual Violence Survivor Advocate Louise Nicholas, who battled her way through the court process seven times, shares her experiences and support.
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Justice scores well in Treasury’s ‘credit check’
The Ministry of Justice has received a good rating in Treasury’s ‘credit checks’ on government agencies.
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Family Violence Summit took place in Wellington
The Summit built upon the conversation of how we can work together effectively to break New Zealand’s high rate of family violence.
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Hundreds helped by cyberbullying laws
The Harmful Digital Communications Act includes a range of measures to prevent and reduce the impact of cyberbullying and other modern forms of harassment.
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Handwriting school
E-Box is an electronic system for ‘box work’ or ‘chambers work’, used in the Family Court.
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CCTV room refurbishment supports victims
At Whangarei District Court, it’s clear that the newly refurbished CCTV room for children and other vulnerable witnesses is everyone’s baby.
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Courts’ modernisation making a difference
Moves to modernise the New Zealand justice system are slowly but surely making a real difference to the people we serve.
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What Budget 2017 means for justice
This year’s Budget included a $238.2 million investment over four years for the Ministry of Justice.