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Taupō pastor accused of indecent assault on three boys
Don Corrie Lake lost a bid for interim name suppression today.
International drug conspiracy: Prison time reduced on appeal
A top sportsman was mentioned during Fangupo's drug-trafficking trial.
NZ First Foundation accused: Names to stay secret until after election
Judge dismisses media appeal arguing public interest in knowing identities is now.
Agent in five-year fight to clear name
'Now I'm a bloody hit man. If it wasn't so pathetic it would be funny.'
$450k Lamborghini, millions in assets seized in money laundering probe
The assets seized included properties and luxury vehicles.
Richard Prebble: Cannabis result could return to haunt Labour
OPINION: Richard Prebble describes how the cannabis referendum could have been different.
'I'm really sorry': Man who pointed gun at cop
Senior constable thanked his assailant for the apology.
Auckland man convicted for sex with mentally impaired woman
The woman could not comprehend the fact she was pregnant, the court heard.
Jury told how kidnapped woman's finger cut off
Harrowing five days for woman after being kidnapped outside Wellington hotel.
Man sentenced to home detention after grooming young teen online
"Certainly for her parents, their world has collapsed."
'Out of his depth': Incompetent lawyer suspended, ordered to pay $43k
Young showed a "paucity of pertinent skills that reflects on his fitness to practise".
Triple tragedy: Family of sawmill accident victim to challenge reparation split
Judge describes attempts to quantify loss and grief as 'unpalatable task'.
Raglan campervan murder: 'I'm glad he's stopped wasting everybody's time' - victim
Fiancee of murdered man says "no punishment will balance out" the wrongdoing.
Killer's Supreme Court bid rejected
Ernest Smith was sentenced in 2013 for the 'carefully planned murder' of Amanda Taufale.
'Bizarre' claim sex assault victim was attacker
Jesse Delaney lied to police that the victim had been the one sexually assaulting him.
Raglan campervan murder: Man admits killing Australian tourist
Mark Garson has admitted charges of murder and threatening to kill.
Comancheros boss guilty of money laundering and drug charges
Pair to be sentenced before year ends.
New Conservatives' legal bid to be included in TV debate dismissed by judge
The minor party simply does not qualify for tomorrow's debate, says TVNZ.
Dilworth headmaster: 'It has been a hugely difficult time'
Dilworth staff continue to support police in historical sexual abuse investigation.
Māori Party promises to 'protect Māori from the Crown'
A party spokesperson says past governments have failed to act.
Dilworth investigation: Priest resigns from church following sexual abuse charges
Reverend Ross Browne was also a prominent Scout leader.
Man charged in Dilworth case involved in Scouts, children's drama and the church
Three of seven men charged in relation to Dilworth sex allegations have links to Scouts.
Two men charged in relation to Dilworth sex abuse were involved in Scouts
Dilworth accused stands down from voluntary role at Miranda Shorebird Centre
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.
Comancheros trial: Jury retires, deliberation can begin
'You are now the sole judges of the facts,' Justice Lang tells the jury.
Dilworth investigation: Two men accused of indecent assault named
The men appeared in the Auckland District Court today.
Corrupt cops claim: Did crooked Auckland officer act alone?
Exclusive: The allegation was raised in a Parole Board report and has confused police.
Audio reveals final moments before Breonna Taylor died
Evidence heard by a US grand jury is being released in a rare move by the courts.
Comancheros trial: Defence begins closing argument
"It seems a little random as to who gets charged in this operation."
'Dismal failure': Crown abuse payouts pale in comparison to international peers
Survivors have received less than a fifth of the compensation of comparable countries.
Lundy murders: Explosive revelations about day Christine and Amber died
Family of Lundy's dead friend, and one-time suspect, fight to keep his name secret.
Kawhia shooting: Murder accused's guilt not proven, defence lawyer says
Philip Morgan, QC, has given closing submissions in the murder trial for Orren Williams.