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Wānaka woman charged with fake cancer scam also faces sexual assault charge
A Wānaka woman accused of being part of a million-dollar fraud through false cancer claims is now also facing a charge of sexual assault.
The legalities of using the insanity defence in NZ courts
The insanity defence has been in the headlines recently, but for many of us it's not entirely clear what it means in practice. Audio
Former All White avoids conviction over spot fixing scheme
Clayton Lewis has avoided a formal conviction for his role in an A-League spot-fixing scheme.
Loafers Lodge trial jury does not reach verdict today
The jury deciding the fate of the man who lit the fatal Loafers Lodge blaze has been deliberating for eight hours so far.
Woman sentenced to home detention for $1.4m tax evasion
Haitelenisia Kaumavae ran a business supplying workers to fruit and vegetable growers for harvesting.
A race to change laws sees a sprint to the courts
A spate of legal cases have put the government up against industries and unions who say fast-tracked laws have been undemocratic.
A race to change laws sees a sprint to the courts
A spate of legal cases have put the Government up against industries and unions who say fast-tracked laws have been undemocratic. Audio
Hit-and-run driver swerved into relative, sending him flying, then drove off
The victim's sister said that for 1071 days the family had lived under the weight of trauma, grief and injustice.
Jury begins deliberations in suitcase murders trial
The defence argues Hakyung Lee suffered mental illness, when she killed her children four years ago.
'Bizarre and unusual': Fake Henderson dentist sentenced
One man's fillings fell out, while others endured poor root canals and misdiagnoses after years of deception from Narayan Prasad.
Defence have 'not even come close' to proving Loafers Lodge accused was insane - Crown
There is no dispute the accused lit the fire, but his lawyers say he is not guilty by reason of insanity.
Suitcase murders: Accused's lies all point to her guilt, says Crown
The jury heard the closing arguments today in the trial of Hakyung "Jasmine" Lee, who admitted causing her children's deaths in 2018.
'You will regret this' - Father and daughter in legal battle over overseas trip
A man took his daughter to court over $5000. He said it was a loan but she insisted it was a gift.
Court appoints mokopuna as guardian of kaumātua after whānau battle
The man's children and grandchildren undoubtedly have his best interests at heart, the judge says.
Real Estate agents fined after selling house couple 'can't even live in'
Waikato buyers are living in a caravan after agents failed to disclose asbestos risks and fake driveway access, leaving them with an uninsurable house.
Recidivist thief jailed for $25,000 crime spree
Cole Jenkins' most recent "indiscriminate" offending involved power tools, sunglasses and a $1500 e-scooter.
'A bigger risk': The alarming history of the man who shot Brownie the dog
Police once issued a plea not to approach Daniel Patrick Livingstone, a high-risk offender.
Distressed teen throws drink, walks out while giving evidence in abuse trial
A couple entrusted by Oranga Tamariki with the care of vulnerable children are on trial after accusations they subjected young people to years of violent abuse.
Suitcase murders: Expert witness changes opinion
The forensic psychiatrist is expected to face more questions when court resumes on Friday.
'Finely balanced': Psychiatrist changes assessment on Loafers Lodge accused
Dr Oliver Hansby initially said the accused had an insanity defence available to him, but the psychiatrist said access to further evidence saw him change that opinion.
