Grant Fraser

Grant Fraser

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Grant Fraser is a judge in the Auckland District Court who presided over the case of WooKeun Kim. He emphasized the tragic nature of the accident and expressed compassion for Kim, noting that the incident does not define him as a person. Judge Fraser also highlighted the emotional toll on the victims and their families while ensuring that justice was served.

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Grant Fraser is the judge who allowed the delay and interim suppression in a court case.

Hawke’s Bay: Land acquisition hits hurdle for $350m Waikare Gorge highway upgrade
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-10
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Judge Grant Fraser allowed the delay and interim suppression.

Ponsonby Rd crash: Bus driver and passengers checked by emergency services
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-10
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Judge Grant Fraser allowed the delay and interim suppression.

Man accused of violent Epsom attacks keeps interim name suppression
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-10
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The judge allowed the delay and interim suppression.

4-car crash blocks Auckland Southern Motorway lanes
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-10
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Judge Grant Fraser ordered the defendant be remanded in custody.

Epsom attacks: CCTV shows vehicle smashing into car at petrol station
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-07
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Judge Grant Fraser postponed photo and video applications from multiple media outlets in attendance.

Epsom attacks: Jogger assaulted in rampage thankful for kickboxing skills
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-06
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Judge Grant Fraser ordered the parties to return next year for the hearing to conclude.

South Auckland German shepherd breeder Anne Glover admits animal neglect charges
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-12
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Fraser will continue as interim chief executive until Rowles begins in March.

Foodstuffs executive Lindsay Rowles appointed Mitre 10 chief executive
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-09
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Judge Grant Fraser imposed the sentence on Francis Smith and cited a prior Court of Appeal decision.

Aucklander Francis Smith, who threatened witness in son’s case, wins bid for prison release
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-02
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Judge Grant Fraser declined the request for a non-custodial term for John Royal.

Head Hunters associate John Royal jailed for pursuit through West Auckland
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-25
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Judge Grant Fraser expressed compassion for Kim during the sentencing.

Korean tourist WooKeun Kim sentenced in Auckland for Waikato crash that killed wife
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-10
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