Call for More Restorative Justice
After Olive Gully's husband was killed in a robbery gone wrong, she spent more than a decade being angry.
She wanted answers, and she wanted them from the man who did it.
Father forgives Driver at Restorative Justice Conference
Father Glen Vivian said he met with de la Harpe at a restorative justice meeting, which was “emotionally charged” and showed de la Harpe was also suffering.
“He has lost his livelihood and will to live.
Restorative Justice for man who Filmed his ex in Bed
Defence lawter Mark Dollimore told the court that the Restorative Justice process had "real potential", and that Winstanley had "quite maturely" engaged in counselling.
Teen Driver Kills his Best Friend
His lawyer acknowledged he was “not truthful” originally. But said he expressed remorse in the two restorative justice meetings, which were “very stressful and highly emotional”.
Gang Member attends Restorative Justice
A gang member received a discounted sentence, partly because he attended a restorative justice meeting with the victim he had viciously assualted.
Meatworks Seeks Restorative Justice
Judge Walsh remanded the company to June 20 for restorative justice to take place with the case now headed back to the Environment Court for sentencing.
Black Power Member Forgiven by Victim
Black Power member Christopher Rata kicked the backdoor of his victim's home open before viciously assaulting the man and stealing his cellphone but he has been forgiven for his trespass.Rata engaged with his victim in a Restorative Justice conference, which was positive, and had written an apology letter to him.
Drink-driver Seriously Injures his Good Friend
His friend required four operations because of his horrific injuries. They met again during restorative justice and the Judge was pleased the face-to-face meeting took place.
Dannevirke Driver Attends Restorative Justice Meeting
The Judge commented that the report from restorative justice was good, showing the value of the process for both the driver and the victim.
Man Steals Monkey from Wellington Zoo
John Casford attended a restorative justice meeting with zookeepers to explain why he broke in and tried to steal a monkey.
Demonstrators Referred to Restorative Justice
Three activists who glued themselves to the steps of parliament have been referred for restorative justice with Te Pae Oranga.
Tomahawk Wielding Robber has Heartfelt Restorative Justice Meeting
An Invercargill shop assistant faced up to the man who had menaced her with a tomahawk during a meth-infused crime spree, when he appeared in the Invercargill District Court today.
Ashley Judd Meets Man who Raped Her
Ashley Judd says she met the man who raped her in 1999 and sat down for a "restorative justice" conversation with him.
Online Bully invited to Restorative Justice
Christchurch City Councillor Sara Templeton wants to meet the troll who harassed her online.
Driver Ignored Screams to Stop
David Josiah William Brown refused to stop before he lost control of the car at Ruawai, killing a teenager in the boot and breaking the backs of three other passengers. But Judge Tomlinson commended Deziah’s mother for taking part in a restorative justice process with Brown.
Young Driver from Shannon Kills Cousin
Facilitators from Manawatu Restorative Justice Trust held a conference with driver and her whanau.
Former Prison Officer attends Restorative Justice meeting with his wife
The judge included attending restorative justice as a mitigating factor when passing sentence.
Man Avoids Massive Reparation Bill
A successful restorative justice meeting helped a man avoid a $40,000 reparation claim.
Teen driver gets home detention for 'horror' crash that killed mates
Restorative Justice More Effective than Prison for Hate Crimes
Studies in the USA suggest restorative justice might offer a way to identify and mend the harm caused by hate crimes.
Man Who Stomped on Pregnant Partner Sentenced
The judge was pleased the man attended a restorative justice meeting with his partner.
Woman Helped by Restorative Hui
Mother-of-four Kaye Tai became a paraplegic after a terrifying motor accident. Her bitterness and anger evaporated after meeting the young driver who was at fault.