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Top District Court judge appointed to High Court
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Nightclub shooter identified in rap video loses appeal
A YouTube rap video led to the identification of a South Auckland shooter.
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Child sex offender worked as realtor while awaiting trial
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$26m fraud suspect found living a life of luxury in NZ
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Kiwi charged with Melbourne murder, remanded after court appearance
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Parents fighting in court over whether to vaccinate daughter
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Appeal denied for sex assault on drunk mate
Appeal fail for West Auckland man jailed for sexual assault on his drunk mate.
Kiwi sports star fights to keep name secret in drug case
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Accused teen stabber named before trial
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