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No jail for drink driver who caused death
A Masterton woman, who caused the death of an elderly dial-a-driver while she was three times over the legal blood alcohol limit, has escaped jail.
Black Power regains control of cannabis HQ
A Black Power stronghold seized by police when a $1.5 million drug ring was smashed is now back in the hands of the gang.
Career criminal earned six-figure income in prison
One of NZ's most-notorious career criminals pulled in a six-figure income while in jail - then picked up legal aid as well.
Shot actor sentenced to community service
Actor Rob Mokaraka has been sentenced to 400 hours of community work and supervision after an incident at his Auckland home last year.
Comeskey suspended for nine months
Disgraced high profile lawyer Chris Comeskey has been suspended for nine months - but not struck off as a lawyer.
Spy base defence faces reform or axe
The 'claim of right' defence that saw three activists escape conviction despite wilfully damaging the Waihopai spy base will be repealed or reformed.
Name lands NZ fishing rep in hot water with law again
Peter James Scott has again fallen foul of the authorities because he shares his name and birthday with a drug dealer.
<i>Matt McCarten</i>: Government failed in duty to stand up for citizens
Good on Pete Bethune, writes Matt McCarten.
Peter Bethune returns home
Anti-whaling activist Peter Bethune has arrived back in New Zealand, ending his five month-long nightmare.