Waikeria Prison will eventually have the capacity for 1865 beds, the government has clarified after a series of maths gaffes. On Monday, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced a $1.9 billion ...

These are among 38 actions the Government has announced it will take over the next quarter. It is part of a plan Prime ...

Waikeria Prison expansions will be "absolutely critical" for managing increasing prison populations, Corrections says. Bed capacity across the country is projected to run out in 2027 on a best ...

The high-security wing at Waikeria Prison suffered $50m worth of damage during the five-day riot over the 2020/2021 New Year. Photo / Brett Phibbs A prisoner involved in the destructive Waikeria ...