Architectural draughtsman dodges prison for building plan fraud
He misrepresented building plans, inspections and consent forms for Auckland properties.
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Sasha Borissenko: All the sexual assault lawsuits awaiting Donald Trump
Trump faces decades-worth of sexual misconduct allegations.
Former liquidator jailed for $130,000 theft, perjury, obstructing SFO
Geoffrey Smith also actively misled the court and obstructed an SFO investigation.
NZ First Foundation case: Cameron Slater lends support to accused
The accused argued the case has become a 'political smear attack' against Winston Peters.
Uni boss steals more than $100k from taxpayers for clothes, holidays, Uber Eats
Exclusive: Staff at the tertiary institute were 'shocked and distressed' at the fraud.
$8m bank fraud: Computer company manager to be released from prison
Christopher Christie cannot handle or manage another person's money upon release.
Catfished: Kiwi loses $840,000 to online romance scam
Kiwis lost nearly $19m in online fraud reported to Netsafe in the past year.
CBL fraud accused argues Covid-19 economy increases hardship
"Dire economic circumstances" of Covid-19 increase likelihood of hardship, lawyer argues.
Three men arrested for card skimming in Auckland
Their activities linked to card skimming of machines at two hospitals parking sites.
Ex school employee denies $331,000 fraud
The man briefly appeared in the Wellington District Court this morning.
NZ First Foundation case: Second defendant pleads not guilty
Judge Roberts told journalists: 'There is to be no publication of this man's name.'
Health worker stole more than $1m for gambling, cosmetic surgery and jet ski
The money was used to fund a gambling addiction, a jet ski, cosmetic surgery,
NZ First Foundation case: Accused pleads not guilty
The accused today argued they were the 'target' of the media and victim of leaks.
Fake colonel masquerades as rich doctor to buy $60,000 Porsche
A dealership has handed over the keys to a $60,000 car without receiving any payment.
Former Viaduct Capital director fails in costs bid after fraud convictions quashed
Richard Blackwood wanted more than $75,000 after having his convictions overturned.
Wealthy foreign investor forgives business manager for $4m property fraud
Peng Pian admitted he was greedy and has now repaid the victims of his fraud.
Ghost broking: The latest scam you need to watch out for
UK insurance fraud expert warns of the scams insurers are expecting to see a rise in.
NZ First Foundation case: Court of Appeal turns away media
Media argued voters must be told who the two charged by the SFO are before election day.
Christchurch benefit fraudster's appeal denied
Leticia Margaret Drake was convicted of benefit fraud that spanned over 10 years.
NZ First Foundation accused: Names to stay secret until after election
Judge dismisses media appeal arguing public interest in knowing identities is now.
Fraud paid for weight-loss surgery: Former Māori King adviser gets home detention
Rangi Whakaruru given year's home detention and community service for $110,000 fraud.
Bank tightens contactless payment fraud tracking
Bank contacted customer before they even knew they had lost card.
Four businessmen deny $2.72m tax dodge in tobacco importation case
The cargo was declared as roof extension units, but Customs found millions of cigarettes.
Inside story: NZ First SFO probe and its fight for election survival
NZ First came to Parliament care of a tangle with the SFO. Will it leave the same way?
NZ First Foundation investigation: What happened behind those courtroom doors?
While there were rumours and rumblings, when charges were laid last week, nobody knew.
Winston Peters disagrees with Judge's ruling in SFO findings
NZ First leader Winston Peters told Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking he didn't agree with Justice Palmer's decision and there appeared to be 'one law for NZ First and there's different applications of law for everyone else'. Audio / Newstalk ZB
Former board member's 'high price' for GFC fraud
Paul Bublitz stole $1.17m and then sought almost the same amount for his legal costs.
Peter Harris' co-defendant continues SFO secrecy fight
The CBL saga continues after the insurance company collapsed with a market value of $747m.
Focus Live: Collins promises to double SFO budget if elected
National Party leader Judith Collins announced that they would double the Serious Fraud Office's budget if elected to investigate more cases of fraud, bribery and corruption. Video / Michael Craig
Ex-Mutual Finance board member fails in bid to recoup $1.14m
"The offences of which he has been convicted are not minor or technical," judge says.
Mark Bryers out on bail but still yet to enter pleas
The Kiwi businessman is accused of helping a crime boss structure an A$17.5m tax scam.
Ousted Auditor-General lands job in local government
Martin Matthews appointed as an independent chair at Wellington's regional council.
Probe into NZ medical cannabis scam
Auckland GP alarmed to be caught up in homegrown con.
Masala boss remains behind bars for tax evasion and money laundering
Money was sent around the world and laundered through foreign exchange and forex trading.