The second week of the highly unusual murder trial, referred to as ‘the pivot murders’, is underway. Journalist Steve Braunias is providing ongoing coverage of the proceedings. The trial is described as historic and unlike any other, suggesting its unique or significant nature within New Zealand’s legal history. Details beyond this initial description are limited, but Braunias’s reporting indicates intense focus on the developments within the courtroom. The coverage is published on Newsroom, a New Zealand news platform. This installment represents part two of Braunias’s reporting series on the case. Further updates are expected as the trial progresses.