New ZealandSpying report: Behaviour was 'patently wrong'Some behaviour 'an affront to democracy', State Service Commissioner says.18 Dec 03:56 AM
New ZealandMoT fraudster to be paroled, deported, banned from returningMinistry of Transport fraudster to be paroled, deported, banned from returning to NZ17 Dec 12:10 AM
New ZealandProminent defence lawyer among new Queen's CounselAttorney-General David Parker announced the newly appointed silks today.28 Nov 03:00 AM
CurrencyTroubled forex broker mulls bankruptcyDirector of Queen St firm under SFO investigation faces $4m claim from liquidators.13 Nov 02:26 AM
New ZealandConfidential witness statements releasedWitness statements in state sector inquiry released to ex CEO Dr Nigel Murray's lawyers.10 Oct 10:49 PM
New ZealandProperty buy up: Ratepayers group complains to SFOHamilton's ratepayers group calling on the SFO to investigate Hamilton City Council.08 Oct 04:29 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeInside story of $41m hotel fraudA two-towered hotel project was the second Auckland property fraud worth tens of millions.05 Oct 04:01 PM
Personal FinanceBanned finance director 'exaggerated' language barrierThe former Queen St broker was left bankrupt after a precedent setting $5.3m fine.04 Oct 09:10 PM
BusinessBanned finance director wants bankruptcy set asideThe former Queen St broker was left bankrupt after a $5.3m fine.01 Oct 01:12 AM
Banking and financeDuo jailed in $41m bank fraudFour men conspired to used false statements and forged documents to deceive ANZ.27 Sep 11:15 PM
KahuFormer trustee faces trial over $1m fraudStephen Henare allegedly helped his sister transfer the funds into personal accounts.26 Sep 12:10 AM
New Zealand$150k scam: Realtor convicted for fraudulent commissionsShirley Johnston admitted her role in the fraud20 Sep 12:45 AM
BusinessLife of trickery and deceit: Career con artist to serve more jail timeStephan Goodburn's life of trickery and deceit funded his "lavish lifestyle".17 Sep 04:27 AM
BusinessJustice summit puts SFO future up in airMinister says future of Serious Fraud Office on the table in review of Justice sector.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFuture of SFO up in air as stats declineThe future of the Serious Fraud Office is up for debate again.03 Aug 05:00 PM
Banking and financeTrio sentenced for bank corruption, $54m mortgage fraudThe group bribed "inside contacts" at BNZ and ANZ to orchestrate their fraud.02 Aug 11:40 PM
New ZealandCancer-stricken con man to stay behind bars"Insidious" fraudster to stay behind bars for smuggling dangerous dance party drug.02 Aug 03:15 AM
Banking and finance$40m hotel fraud: Director and developer guiltyA group of businessmen used forged documents to get a multi-million-dollar loan from ANZ.31 Jul 01:00 AM
KahuSFO raid on Māori King's office: Adviser, spending under scrutinyThe office of the Māori King was raided yesterday by SFO officials.24 Jul 05:00 PM
KahuSerious Fraud Office raids office of Māori KingSenior Tainui figure says SFO will "lift the lid" on long-simmering allegations.24 Jul 12:37 AM
New ZealandCouple admit stealing $500,000 from disability trustCouple pleads guilty to defrauding Govt-funded disability trust of nearly $500,000.19 Jul 04:48 AM
New ZealandPrison term for charitable trust fraudster Hemo ThompsonFormer financial manager of a social services trust sentenced to jail.18 Jul 07:45 PM
KahuFormer trustee sentenced over $1m theftThe money was stolen from a trust which helps underprivileged people.06 Jul 02:27 AM
New ZealandMPI refers potential misconduct to SFOMisconduct uncovered during OIA response on use of private investigation firm05 Jul 04:24 AM
New ZealandFraudster jailed for $8.3m Ponzi rip-off of 'hardworking Kiwis'Victims left heartbroken and out of pocket after sophisticated scam.03 Jul 01:24 AM
Banking and financeLaw firms watched for money laundering under new rulesAbout $1.35 billion of criminal proceeds is generated for money laundering every year.01 Jul 05:00 PM
Banking and financeBanker, lawyer and wife guilty over $54m mortgage fraudThe scheme involved bribing bankers, one of whom has fled the country.14 Jun 10:15 PM
KahuWaikato River iwi trust welcomes ministers' scrutinyIwi trust at the centre of accountability concerns invites ministers to see achievements.27 May 12:48 AM
New Zealand$300k council fraud: Property consultant jailedProperty consultant stole $300k from council over eight years.23 May 03:58 AM
Banking and financeAnxious wait for $54m mortgage fraud judgmentMore than 76 properties were involved, while "bribes" allegedly were given to bankers.23 May 02:59 AM
New ZealandBudget 2018: $300m boost for police 'commended'Funding was a key election promise and part of Labour's coalition agreement with NZ First.17 May 03:22 AM
BusinessFinance consultant guilty over $41m hotel fraudA series of false statements helped a group of businessmen develop an Auckland hotel.14 May 09:45 PM
CurrencyCase of mystery bullion in Queen Street safe heads to courtLiquidators of collapsed Forex Brokers say company had been insolvent for years.11 May 03:26 AM
BusinessTwo fraudsters admit roles in $8.3m Ponzi schemeStolen money bought million-dollar homes and expensive cars.10 May 12:24 AM