Unregistered gasfitter appeals conviction and blames legislation for offences

Otago Daily TimesRNZNZ HeraldSunday 8 June 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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John Arthur, an unregistered gasfitter from Whangārei, is appealing his conviction for unlawfully working and falsely advertising his professional status. He was previously sentenced for installing hazardous systems and using homemade registration stickers on campervans, though he claims the current laws are the issue.

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First reported by Otago Daily Times, Sun 8 Jun 2025, 6:08pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 17 hours
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