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.
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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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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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.
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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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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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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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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.
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Highlighting sign language resources in courts
For New Zealand Sign Language week (8-15 May) we took a look at what services the Ministry of Justice has available to help deaf and hearing impaired people.
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Leading edge technologies to deliver new ways of working
The Christchurch Justice and Emergency Services Precinct will be fitted with the latest cloud-based and wireless telecommunications technology.
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Victims benefiting from Offender Levy
Thousands of victims of crime and their families are continuing to benefit from the Government’s Offender Levy.
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Victims satisfied with restorative justice
A new survey shows the vast majority of victims of crime who take part in restorative justice conferences appear to be satisfied with the process.
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New book showcases stories from the frontline
Justice: our people, our communities is a new collection of 29 stories showcasing Ministry achievements which was launched today.
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Bill to strengthen family violence laws introduced
The Family and Whānau Violence Legislation Bill will strengthen civil and criminal laws, and support agencies to stop abuse and get people the help they need.
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Pilot service designed to keep children safe
We're piloting a new service that provides a safe, neutral venue for children under parenting arrangements to be transferred between caregivers.
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Audit shows legal aid lawyers are delivering high quality services
People who receive legal aid are getting high quality service from their lawyers.