Justice Grant Powell

Justice Grant Powell

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Justice Grant Powell is a High Court judge in New Zealand who presided over the sentencing of Te Waiariki Grace in December 2023. He acknowledged the complexities of the case, including Grace's claims of self-defense and the history of violence in her relationship with Wickliffe-Heta, ultimately sentencing her to home detention rather than prison.

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Justice Powell ruled in favor of Henriette's application to liquidate the companies.

Richlist Nakhle family court battle: Judge liquidates insolvent horseracing companies
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-10
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Justice Grant Powell agreed to extend Grace's suppression for a further six months.

Te Waiariki Grace fatally stabbed Mongrel Mob partner as she tried to protect herself
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-18
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