Duo admit defrauding wealthy overseas investor in multimillion-dollar scam
Judge says "five species of fraud" used to con investor into parting with $6 million.
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SFO charges an indictment on political parties, not the system
ANALYSIS: Calls for another look at the rules for party political donations are a cop-out.
Labour Party donations case: Solicitor and public servant among the accused
The group allegedly created an illusion of five donations to hide true donor's identity.
SFO charges six people in Labour Party donations case
None of the defendants are sitting MPs or are current or former officials of the party.
Third accused in CBL fraud case has separate trial ordered
Former executives Peter Harris and Carden Mulholland were charged in late 2019.
Shares trader behind $10m Ponzi scheme loses final appeal bid
Steven Robertson stole millions from his clients to fund a lavish lifestyle.
Businessman who bribed public officials forfeits $3.5m, gets houses and vintage car back
Stephen Borlase bribed Auckland Transport and Rodney District Council officials for deals.
Fraudster who blamed underworld upbringing loses appeal
Eddie Quirke says he grew up idolising criminal father.
On the run for four decades: A regional breakdown of elusive fugitives
Police release details to the Herald on the country's most-wanted alleged offenders.
Dead husband's account used in $300,000 fraud
Judge says former health cover consultant avoided prison by a "relatively fine margin".
Identity theft costs woman chance of buying home - but she wins payout
Settlement falls far short of the financial damage suffered.
Kiwi 'property developer' cleared of murder: Criminal past revealed
The New Zealander has a lengthy criminal history that spans the globe.
Spike in Easter online incidents: Kiwis warned to be vigilant
There were 160 scam reports made Netsafe during Easter in 2017 and 736 in 2020.
'A convoluted nightmare': The pensioner who discovered she didn't own her home
Alleged investment scheme that's seen family homes up for mortgagee sale referred to SFO.
Scammed: Couple rattled after losing $8k to fraudster
Māngere couple receives the shock of their life after realising they have been scammed.
Woman who stole $1 million from DHB named
The Serious Fraud Office found multiple transactions amounting to $1,062,973.
Third person charged by SFO in case over failed insurer CBL
The former CEO and CFO have already been charged after the $747 million firm folded.
SFO tightens net on Kiwi fund Penrich
Fraud probe into Cayman Island scheme run by ex-Treasury economist nears completion.
Remains found at NSW beach do not belong to Melissa Caddick - cops
Human remains found on NSW beach do not belong to the alleged fraudster, testing reveals.
Not guilty pleas for former trust chairman in SFO case
Charges including corrupt acceptance of gift and conspiracy are formally denied.
Alleged conwoman's death: Teen camper details grisly find on beach
'We were wondering whether someone had ... put some chicken bones in a shoe or something.'
NZ First Foundation case: Accused pair slowly edge to 2022 trial
Both accused also continue to enjoy having their identities suppressed.
Jami-Lee Ross agrees to destroy 'leaked' SFO documents
The former National Party MP is due to stand trial this year alongside three businessmen.
$190m fraud probe: Interpol issue alert for wanted Kiwi banker
Paul Robert Mora is wanted in connection with a $190 million fraud.
Fraudster and ex-fugitive loses battle against removal from Oz
Paul Bennett tried claiming his removal was a "disguised extradition".
NZ First Foundation investigation: SFO's case heads to High Court
One of the accused is also attempting to have their charge dismissed.
Church being investigated over alleged residency for cash scheme
Minister urges families to beware of residency scams as Auckland church is investigated.
Consultant with royal ties wanted for arrest in SFO probe
The man is accused by the SFO of conspiring with a prominent business leader.
'Dark times and dark thoughts': Small town fraudster jailed after $2m theft
The 50-year-old also has to serve half her sentence in prison.
Five business and political court cases to follow in 2021
Several high-profile trials are due to be held this year.
Smoke and mirrors: The story of a thieving 'trader' with many names
Rod Richard Makatea, Rodney Crichton and Rodney McCall are all the same man.
Three million falsely labelled free-range eggs risked 'discrediting entire industry'
A whistleblower came forward to the Commerce Commission about an egg scam.
Home detention for stock trader still yet to pay back fraud victims
"I'm dealing with someone who is inherently dishonest," judge says.
Russian 'computer genius' with $140m in NZ convicted of money laundering
Russian cleared of ransomware extortion in France but jailed for Bitcoin money laundering.