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Man who threatened to kill PM has conviction quashed
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Whakaari owners to face trial next year over fatal volcanic eruption
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Pushpay insider trading case: Accused argues for anonymity
The case is the largest such proceeding in NZ history by the value of shares traded.
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The defence called her a liar and suggested she consented to sex as a 12-year-old.
Hopes Ellis ruling will see more men working in early childhood sector
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Kiwi sports star avoids conviction, keeps name secret forever for family violence
The victim rolled into a ball to protect herself from the sporting star.
Audrey Young: Supreme Court's audacious decision on tikanga
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'Horrific tragedy': Widow gives birth after husband's alleged murder
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Kevin Spacey emerges for sexual assault lawsuit
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Shailendra Deo's drink driving was so bad other motorists had to veer onto the footpath.
'Human waste overflowing': Landlord who failed to deal with human waste, mould, rats to pay tenants $3520
"Hose for washing machine empties out of window. Kitchen water goes on the lawn."
Airline pilot sues retired couple over attempt to buy Metropolis apartment
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'A pothole in the road' - real estate agent on $3000 fine, censure
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Driver who came to in hospital three days later fuming at sentence imposed.