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Chiefs manager appears on a drink driving charge at Hamilton District Court today.
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The jury was sent out to begin its deliberations about 1.40pm today.
Six nights behind bars, prominent businessman asks for bail again
The businessman claims innocence and will again seek bail ahead of a conviction challenge.
Former trustee who drained fund from $1m to $13.41 shows first sign of repentance
Stephen Henare and his sister virtually bled a trust helping underprivileged people dry.
Man who punched business owner over towed car escapes conviction
Shen Tsyan yelled at the man and asked him to pay the towing fee before taking a swing.
Driver who hit six cars, police dog in wild chase had just been bailed
Just hours after being bailed, Liam Marsh came across a car with the keys left inside.
Invercargill beheading: Father called for help 40 times before grisly killing
Joseph Boyle was found not guilty by reason of insanity of the murder of his stepbrother.
Death in a recliner chair: No working stove, rats in home, court hears
Malia Li is on trial for the manslaughter of her husband, who died from infected sores.
Taranaki police officers trial: Ambulance could have saved life - specialist
Three Taranaki police officers are on trial charged with the manslaughter of Allen Ball.
Promising Chiefs U20s player allegedly chokes woman, assaults child
The promising young rugby prop faces two charges.
Carpet maker's failed $24.6m deal hits courts
Cavalier Corporation later sold the plant to property investor Ben Cook for $25.5m.
Wife faked separation from husband to receive carer payments
Malia Li refused medical care for her dying husband.
Chief Justice okays wearing of taonga during court proceedings
Northland Māori lawyer prefers neckties to taonga as standard dress code in court.
40 warning signs: MI5's failings before London Bridge terror attack
Usman Khan's life was dedicated to violent jihad but dozens of warning signs were ignored.
Bill Cosby refuses sex offender programme, so is denied parole
Cosby refuses to acknowledge wrongdoing, even if it means serving full 10-year sentence.
What Ron Brierley told police about images of naked children found on his devices
Details emerge after Brierley's guilty pleas to possessing child sex abuse material.
Man hires helicopter, flies to Dunedin to hand himself in
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'I do not forgive you': Victims of prominent businessman speak out
'How incredibly grateful I am the jury believed me and the other victims.'
Prominent businessman denied bail pending appeal
The rich Kiwi will be eligible for parole in a little more than nine months' time.
Prominent businessman jailed for two years, four months
Wealthy Kiwi was a 'man of privilege, business success and significant philanthropy'.
Alleged Isis sympathiser found guilty of possessing objectionable hymns
'You guys put me in prison cause I'm a Muslim ... that makes you an enemy.'
How a pervert became CEO of a Crown entity
While Phillip Barnes' personal life came apart, his work life rolled on.
Third CBL defendant fights for continued secrecy
The man is the third to face criminal proceedings after the NZX-listed firm CBL folded.
$220-million lawsuit: Dream home took 'hellish' twist
'Never did I think that this property would cause so much heartache.'
Woman allegedly left husband fused to recliner chair with 'sores all over his body'
Malia Li is accused of failing to provide basic hygiene to her husband of almost 20 years.
Tiana Epati: Te Ao Mārama brings rays of hope to justice system
Opinion: New court model Te Ao Mārama literally means "the world of light".
Two more arrests after Sofitel gang shootings
Ten arrests in total after shooting police say is due to Mongols & Head Hunters conflict.
Taranaki police officers trial: Accused breaks down as interview played to jury
Officer A said staff were visibly upset after Allen Ball was pronounced dead.
Exclusive: Supermarket manager stabbed four times - 'so many people put themselves at risk'
"It was a random attack. The victims did not know the man."
'No clear link': Families left in the dark about epilepsy deaths after brand switch
Inquest found no clear link between the brand switch and the sudden epilepsy deaths.
Auckland man's internet history reveals 'guidelines for lone-wolf mujahideen'
Graphic content warning: A video on how to make explosive devices was also linked.
Ex-Corrections staffer faces kidnapping, assault charges
The man appeared at Hamilton District Court this morning and was remanded on bail.
Leaky homes lawsuit: Company says poor workmanship to blame
Global firm claims crummy Kiwi builders to blame for leaky building disasters.