Eric Watson's positive Covid-19 test reduced prison sentence
The former rich-lister will be a guest of Her Majesty at Pentonville Prison in London.
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Top Kiwi sports star loses fourth suppression attempt
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NZ First Foundation case: Court of Appeal turns away media
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Taupō pastor accused of indecent assault on three boys
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International drug conspiracy: Prison time reduced on appeal
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