Jack Norris sentenced to five and a half years for arson

Saturday 6 December 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sat 6 Dec 2025, 1:50pm

Jack Norris has been sentenced to five and a half years in prison for burning down a vineyard cottage in Fairhall. The incident occurred in the winter of 2023 after Norris was asked to leave the property. He was found guilty of the charge following a trial in August.

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1. RNZSat 6 Dec 2025, 12:17pm

   Jack Norris imprisoned for burning down Marlborough vineyard cottage after being evicted (opens in new tab)

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2. Otago Daily TimesSat 6 Dec 2025, 1:50pm

   Man's $739k arson revenge after being evicted from vineyard cottage (opens in new tab)