The identity of the man who was jailed for at least seven years for the war medals heist from Waiouru Army Museum remains suppressed.
A second man charged in connection with the theft also has identity suppression.
The judge on Tuesday acknowledged the interest and the rights of the media but said it was also important that the defendant received a fair trial and there were matters which could prejudice this if his name and the evidence was published at this stage.
Eight Victoria Crosses and one VC and bar were among the 96 medals stolen from the museum in 2007.
The prosecution plans to call 45 witnesses with the hearing expected to last up to three weeks.
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