Scott Watson
Maniototo fencer snowed under
Central Otago fencing contractor Scott Watson is a busy man. He says more and more farmers are calling on him to do their fencing because they no longer have time to do the work themselves. The… Audio
Scott Watson's latest bid to clear his name
Justice Minister Andrew Little is now looking at Scott Watson's bid to have his murder convictions reconsidered. Journalist Mike White has been followed the case for 20 years he talks to Jesse about… Audio
Case #001 - Olivia Hope and Ben Smart
Olivia Hope and Ben Smart disappeared in the Marlborough Sounds in the early hours of New Year's Day in 1998. Investigative journalist and author, Mike White, has covered this case through all its… Audio
Teina Pora lawyer to take on Scott Watson's case
One of the lawyers who helped overturn Teina Pora's wrongful conviction for murder is taking on Scott Watson's case.
Teina Pora's lawyer signs on to help Scott Watson
One of the lawyers who helped free Teina Pora after he was wrongly convicted for murder is turning his attention to another high profile case. Jonathan Krebs will be acting for Scott Watson in his… Audio
Scott Watson murder conviction appeal hangs on two hairs
A supporter of convicted double murderer Scott Watson has obtained forensic advice suggesting scientific evidence that was crucial in his conviction has proved weak by modern standards. Watson has… Audio
Watson appeal: Hair samples 'would be strongly challenged'
An application for a fresh appeal in the Scott Watson case claims scientific evidence that helped seal his fate would struggle to stand up in court today.
Scott Watson's supporters pin hopes on new forensic report
An application for a fresh appeal in Scott Watson's murder conviction claims scientific evidence that helped seal his fate would struggle to stand up in court today. Watson's supporters say the… Audio
Sounds murders: Watson applied for prerogative of mercy
A new application for a royal prerogative of mercy has been filed on behalf of convicted murderer Scott Watson.
Scott Watson denied parole in latest attempt
Marlborough Sounds double-killer Scott Watson will not get another bid at freedom for four years.
Watson-Hope meeting: A decade waiting, still no answers
Analysis - Murdered teenager Olivia Hope's father, Gerald, has walked away unconvinced by her convicted killer's claims of innocence. What couldn't he reconcile? Audio
Olivia Hope's father 'unconvinced' of Watson's innocence
The father of murdered teenager Olivia Hope says he remains unconvinced of convicted killer Scott Watson's innocence following a meeting with him in prison.
Gerald Hope has met with man convicted of murdering daughter
The father of Olivia Hope, who was murdered alongside her friend Ben Smart, has met with the man convicted of killing his daughter. Audio
Scott Watson parole hearing decision reserved
A decision on whether to release Scott Watson from prison is expected from the Parole Board by Christmas.
Parole hearing held for convicted murderer Scott Watson
Scott Watson, the man convicted of killing Olivia Hope and Ben Smart in the Marlborough Sounds in 1998, has sought release from prison.
Journalists and jailbirds: The pros and cons
Convicted killer Scott Watson has won his fight for the right to talk to a journalist in jail twice in two years and others behind bars who say they're innocent may follow suit. Is that good for… Audio
Department of Corrections gives green light to Scott Watson and victims' father
The Department of Corrections has given the go-ahead to a meeting between convicted murderer Scott Watson and the father of one of his victims. Watsons' father, Chris Watson, joins Checkpoint. Audio
Scott Watson to meet Gerald Hope
The father of murdered teenager Olivia Hope will meet the man who was convicted but denies killing her. Audio
Scott Watson, Gerald Hope meeting to go ahead
Gerald Hope and and his daughter's convicted killer, Scott Watson, can now meet along with journalist Mike White, the Department of Corrections has agreed.
Court overturns Scott Watson media access decision
The High Court has overturned a decision blocking media access to a meeting between Scott Watson and the father of one of his victims.