
Labour Party donation case: Accused six appear in court
Six people face a total of 12 charges over a donation made to the Labour Party in 2017.
Six people face a total of 12 charges over a donation made to the Labour Party in 2017.
The Serious Fraud Office has revealed for the first time how the fraudster was caught.
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Several rich-listers were among alleged victims of Kelly Tonkin's failed investment fund.
SFO investigators searched several properties associated with the probe last week.
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The group allegedly created an illusion of five donations to hide true donor's identity.
None of the defendants are sitting MPs or are current or former officials of the party.
Māori Party donations referred to Serious Fraud Office.
Alleged investment scheme that's seen family homes up for mortgagee sale referred to SFO.
The former CEO and CFO have already been charged after the $747 million firm folded.
Fraud probe into Cayman Island scheme run by ex-Treasury economist nears completion.
Charges including corrupt acceptance of gift and conspiracy are formally denied.
Both accused also continue to enjoy having their identities suppressed.
The former National Party MP is due to stand trial this year alongside three businessmen.
One of the accused is also attempting to have their charge dismissed.
The man is accused by the SFO of conspiring with a prominent business leader.
Despite not entering a plea, Roger Pikia said he'd 'vigorously defend the charges'.
The 49-year-old's interim name suppression lapsed at 3pm today.
The suppression battle over allegations of improper political donations continues.
The Court of Appeal gave the man a week to mount a further appeal.
Judge denies suppression, says: 'In my view the subject matter is inherently political.'
Geoffrey Smith also actively misled the court and obstructed an SFO investigation.
The accused argued the case has become a 'political smear attack' against Winston Peters.
"Dire economic circumstances" of Covid-19 increase likelihood of hardship, lawyer argues.
Judge Roberts told journalists: 'There is to be no publication of this man's name.'
The money was used to fund a gambling addiction, a jet ski, cosmetic surgery,
The accused today argued they were the 'target' of the media and victim of leaks.
A three-year Herald investigation culminated with the sentencing of Rangi Whakaruru.