Law & OrderSummer spike fears prompt fresh warning from Waitematā PoliceWith thousands of offences recorded across the district in the past year, residents are urged to lock up, secure valuables, and stay alert.PMN NewsFri, 26 Dec
Pacific Region • Fiji • United StatesUS warns Fiji over human trafficking concerns linked to Grace Road GroupFiji risks being placed on the lowest rung of Washington's Trafficking in Persons report unless action is taken over alleged forced labour and abuse linked to the Korean group, an OCCRP report says.Christine RovoiWed, 17 Dec
Law & Order • Aotearoa New Zealand • AustraliaNew Zealand increases security for Jewish community after Bondi Beach terror attackPolice have stepped up patrols and are working with Jewish community leaders across Aotearoa after a deadly attack at a Hanukkah gathering in Sydney, as leaders condemn the violence and offer support.PMN NewsMon, 15 Dec
Law & OrderBus victim named as Sefo Leger amid outpouring of tributesAuckland Police confirm the 59-year-old was killed in the Glen Innes stabbing, a man has been charged, as family and friends share heartfelt tributes online.Christine RovoiThu, 11 Dec
Sports • Aotearoa New Zealand • SāmoaFamily ‘feeling it’ as former champion boxer Joseph Parker returns positive cocaine resultThe 33-year-old New Zealand-born Sāmoan is under investigation, prompting concern from radio sports co-host Tuilagi William Leolahi, who says Parker will not want to be defined by this.PMN NewsSat, 15 Nov
Law & Order • Fiji • AustraliaFijian man charged after violent stabbing in Sydney’s inner cityOwen Turagavuli faces nine offences after a Melbourne Cup night attack in Darlington left two men in hospital and a woman injured. Christine RovoiFri, 07 Nov
Law & Order • Fiji • Aotearoa New Zealand‘Bring Luisa home’: Family’s plea after Fijian mother’s death in Auckland apartmentThirty-eight-year-old Luisa Qelenisenikau Mate was found unresponsive in the complex and her whānau has appealed for help to return her body to Fiji.Christine RovoiThu, 06 Nov
NewsPMN and Police partner to strengthen Pacific community connection and visibility in NZA renewed 20-year partnership between Pacific Media Network and New Zealand Police aims to boost trust, safety, and communication across Pasifika communities.PMN NewsThu, 30 Oct
Pacific Region • FijiFiji’s Deputy Prime Minister steps down over perjury, false information chargesPrime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka will temporarily assume his ministerial duties as Manoa Kamikamica returns to face court.Christine RovoiWed, 22 Oct
Law & OrderCalls for urgent regional unity against organised crime in the PacificExperts warn that a fragmented response is failing as the report recommends appointing a dedicated minister, specialist teams, and strengthening collaboration to tackle organised crime.Khalia StrongTue, 21 Oct
