New ZealandLaw firms lose more than $2m to scammers posing as ANZ employees'Why would I need to lie about my job?' one of the scammers asked NZME when confronted.25 Mar 06:32 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Slow but complete breakdown': $9.8m real estate agency fight; Cooper company wins big awardCase revolved around protracted dispute between parties over branch established at Albany.22 Mar 11:28 PM
New ZealandThe hidden cost of online dating scams in New ZealandSome scams involved losses over $100,000, including cryptocurrency schemes.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: ‘I do not need money’ – Kiwi actor Martin Henderson urges 1.2 million online fans to ignore scamsThe former Shortland Street star shares a Herald article and warning to fans.16 Mar 11:51 PM
CrimeWoman steals $1m from trust helping needy kids, splashes out on online gamblingWhen the bank became suspicious, she sent a reply pretending to be another employee.16 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLove rat on the big screen at Fraud Film FestivalPig butchering and spy dramas: Fraud film festival explores dark arts.13 Mar 10:56 PM
TaxFormer IRD tax agent gets 12 months home detention for tax fraudHe filed false tax returns, pocketing refunds in his own accounts.13 Mar 02:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Welcome back’: Disgraced real estate agent jailed again for impersonating businessmanDrever was jailed in 2022 for stealing $600,000 from a bowling club and speedway company.12 Mar 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Genuinely thought he’d changed:' The lawyer, the conman and $333k in stolen legal aidLawyer Chris Tennet gave a conman a chance, but Brian Hunter hadn't really changed.11 Mar 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘I make some money out of it’: Interview with a $2m money laundererA scam victim who lost $1m says: “I’ve failed as a husband to protect my wife".07 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Anxious as s***’: Businessman guilty of money laundering linked to $2m scamThe victims thought they were investing in high interest bonds but lost nearly $1m each. 06 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldTrapped at border: Kenyans in ‘dire’ conditions after scam rescueSixty-four Kenyans are trapped at the Myanmar-Thailand border in dire conditions.03 Mar 08:54 PM
New Zealand‘I worry how vulnerable people will be’: Kiwi actor Martin Henderson on deepfake fearsThe Kiwi actor fears advances in technology will make criminals more money.02 Mar 06:30 AM
New Zealand‘I’ve lost so much’: ANZ under fire for blocking $1m fraud investigationConsumer NZ says the victim is powerless and something needs to change. 28 Feb 04:03 AM
EntertainmentUS woman pleads guilty to Graceland fraud following Lisa Marie Presley’s deathShe attempted to defraud the family out of millions of dollars - and the Memphis mansion.26 Feb 11:17 PM
New ZealandFormer Auckland Council inspector sentenced to home detention for $35k briberyA former building inspector received 11 months' home detention for bribery.24 Feb 02:08 AM
New ZealandMigrant workers in visa scam each paid $16k for Cyclone Gabrielle recovery jobs that did not existThe eight men arrived in New Zealand to find the jobs did not exist.23 Feb 03:00 AM
World‘Five Chinese bosses’: Raid busts banned gaming operation in ManilaThe site targeted victims in China and India with scams.21 Feb 02:36 AM
New Zealand‘Cease all contact’: Actor Martin Henderson on romance scam heartbreakThe Shortland Street and Grey's Anatomy actor called the romance scam sad and horrific.20 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCurrencyMoney-laundering rule changes could land NZ on undesirable grey listCapital inflows could be at risk if anti-organised crime rule changes fail.18 Feb 04:00 PM
BusinessMan falsely claimed Covid relief money - twiceThe Auckland man used the relief money for personal items and gambling.17 Feb 03:47 AM
New ZealandMarketplace fraudster strikes again; victims sent screenshots of fake bank paymentsThe now 20-year-old pretended to pay for a $20,000 ute and $10,000 trailer.16 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandListen: ‘Appalling on all levels’ – Experts slam ANZ for failing to prevent $250k scamThe victim says ANZ's failures directly contributed to her loss. 14 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘We were that close’: Couple narrowly avoid $270k scam after lawyer’s email hackedThe scam involved a fake invoice from their law firm's compromised account.11 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFake kiwifruit crackdown: Zespri imposters in China get jail time, finesThe sentences were over counterfeit Zespri labels.10 Feb 09:32 PM
New Zealand‘Huge relief’: Kiwi scam victims get some of their life savings backThe victims claimed Westpac failed in its duty of care by not conducting proper checks.05 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Totally dropped the ball': ANZ staff helped scam victim send $250k to known 'money mule'The victim is shocked to learn the bank was on notice about the suspect account.31 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘He scammed me too’: CEO denies laundering $1.53m, says he was also duped'I stand to be incarcerated. Who will look after my boys?'24 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Quite unusual’: Woman’s extravagant lengths to get free rentAfter being arrested, Christine Scott carried out more offending.17 Jan 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAmerican Express to pay $410m to resolve deceptive marketing allegationsFinancial Times: US says Amex misrepresented some tax benefits, card rewards and fees.16 Jan 09:19 PM
BusinessToyota arm Hino makes deal to settle emission fraud caseThe deal is contingent on approval from a Michigan state district court judge.16 Jan 03:17 AM
New Zealand‘Constantly looking over my shoulder’: Man's relief at being caught after five years on the runThe 36-year-old, who stole $47k from businesses, was finally found after drink driving.14 Jan 07:00 AM
BusinessNZ shell company, wire transfers in massive US healthcare fraud$500 million scheme from New Jersey to New Zealand rorted cancer-testing money.10 Jan 03:31 AM
New Zealand‘Have a horrible holiday:’ Pet-sitter’s horrific message as couple watch dog die on CCTVJudith Webby has a long history of upsetting flatmates, and home- and pet-owners.21 Dec 04:00 PM
