New ZealandJP accused of laundering $1.8m in scam proceeds appears in court, granted suppressionOne of the JP's alleged victims lost $1m in the scam, according to court documents.26 Jan 05:33 AM
New ZealandInvestment scam: Auckland JP charged with 10 counts of money laundering worth nearly $1.8mPolice seized documents and computer equipment during a search at his home this week.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFoo Fighters fans' cars towed after hi-vis hustler's $20 parking ruseA man in hi-vis was holding up a sign, directing people into $20 car parks.22 Jan 03:14 AM
KahuHealth minister Shane Reti targeted by fake nail fungus scam, demands ads removedReti's image is being used to endorse the anti-fungal medicine - but he says it's not him.17 Jan 12:31 AM
New Zealand'Substandard systems': Watchdog calls for ASB to refund scam victim’s $100k lossA financial expert claims ASB was on notice of criminal activity but failed to detect it.14 Jan 06:17 AM
New Zealand'All about my sex life': Celebrity chef on 'scum' using his photo for dating scamsOne scammer claimed his wife left due to his bedroom performance.14 Jan 02:56 AM
New Zealand'No red flags': Heartbroken realty agent loses $100k in elaborate finance scam'I just burst into tears. It’s my life savings'.13 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandMan allegedly linked to $100k scam being removed from JP website, fresh probe launchedThe accused JP is authorised to certify anti-money laundering documents for finance firms.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNetsafe teams up with Akahu, Dolla for payee confirmation as banks lingerPartners offer payee verification service - something banks are still working on.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'A joke' - Kiwi victim of $100,000 scam refuses $2000 ‘goodwill payment’ by ASBNearly six month after scam reported, police are yet to interview the alleged mule.10 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessJuha Saarinen: How scammers impersonate your Facebook friendsSummer holiday time is scam time.09 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We would never sell unclaimed luggage': Air NZ warns not to fall for $3 luggage scamFake posts claiming to sell unclaimed luggage dupes Kiwis looking for a deal.04 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandNigel Latta on loss of society's middle ground: 'You're woke or you're Jordan Peterson'The psychologist also shares tips for dealing with scams.25 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandIllegal fishing licences impact Hawke’s Bay anglers - know the rules for summerKnowing the rules while fishing this summer could save you a fine or your life.24 Dec 12:14 AM
WorldWhy Jenny the Chihuahua is a threat to social media usersScammers are using Jenny the Chihuahua to take advantage of good Samaritans.22 Dec 11:52 PM
New Zealand'Glacial response': Consumer watchdog slams NZ banks after update on fight against scammersWork is 'progressing' to introduce a co-ordinated Anti Scam Centre to protect customers.19 Dec 09:29 PM
New Zealand'Physically sick': The Kiwi text scam swindling parents out of thousands of dollars“We thought we were pretty switched-on people and it can just happen so easily.”14 Dec 11:25 PM
New Zealand‘Looking to prey on people’: Doorknocker thought to be targeting disabled with car service 'scam''He told me that he’d noticed on my car that I had a disability badge.'13 Dec 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNissan NZ hit by cyberattack, Collins weighs in on the ‘Should be illegal to pay a cyber-ransom?’ debatePotential personal data breach.06 Dec 06:20 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeA Christmas phishing trip? Banks warn of scamsSome juicy term deposit offers are fake, NZ bank warns.06 Dec 01:54 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeScam stoppers: ASB boss says safety before speed of paymentsBank scams cost Kiwis an estimated $200m in a year - so what's ASB doing about it?30 Nov 01:30 AM
New Zealand'It's bizarre': Police uncover web of victims after widow loses $100K in FB hacking scamAn Australian man caught up in the case lost $500,000 in a romance scam.27 Nov 04:00 PM
Banking and financeBlack Friday sales NZ: How not to get scammedCriminals know everyone wants a bargain from now till Boxing Day.22 Nov 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeScamfest as retailers hope Black Friday and Cyber Monday pay offTwo big events made in the US, and one made in China, aim to ignite retail fortunes.17 Nov 02:40 AM
New ZealandBorder alert, warrants issued for disbarred lawyer accused of money launderingVictim angry alleged mule did not have to surrender his passport to when given bail.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Very bad taste' - Anti-scam video featuring comedian Tom Sainsbury pulled by watchdogFraud victims criticise 'disrespectful and insensitive' awareness campaign.14 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandPeople losing up to $10k on Facebook tiny house scamThe tiny house-related scam that aims to take $10k from Waikato residents.13 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandScammers took almost $200m from Kiwis — reportThe MBIE is warning consumers not to fall victim to fraudulent investment scams.12 Nov 11:02 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandToo good to be true? Angry Trade Me users caught out in 'buy now' scamsTrade Me users whose accounts have been hacked by scammers want better security.10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandShe tracked a Facebook scammer: Her tips for spotting dodgy Christmas dealsThe first sign of the scam was tricked buyers turning up on her mother-in-law's doorstep.10 Nov 01:01 AM
New Zealand'Be wary of scams': Businessman loses $10,000 in Marketplace conHe sold $10,000 worth of car parts but the proof of payment was fake.06 Nov 06:31 AM
New Zealand'Sea of Greed': Scam busted at airport after $20k stashed in thriller booksThe man thought he was exposing a corrupt ring. It was a scam right out of a novel.30 Oct 11:31 PM
LifestyleIowa woman who faked cancer diagnosis learns fate in courtMadison Russo never had cancer, but over 400 people sent her donations.24 Oct 01:33 AM
AirlinesBags not: Luggage scam using Auckland Airport offers 1000 unclaimed bags for $3Scam page keeps surfacing after airport company reported it to Meta.23 Oct 10:00 PM
