Law & Order • FijiMan charged with murder of Fijian transgender doctorDr Isireli Biumaitotoya's death has left a nation in mourning and his loved ones calling for justice and an end to hate-fuelled violence.Christine RovoiWed, 10 Sep
Law & Order • FijiTwo in police custody as investigations unfold in tragic death of Fiji transgender doctorPolice have arrested two people in connection with the alleged murder of the social media influencer, who was found unresponsive at his home in Nadi.Christine RovoiMon, 08 Sep
Law & Order • FijiFiji court hands down landmark life sentence in major meth caseFollowing the seizure of 4.15 tonnes of methamphetamine, officials signal a strong stance against organised crime and drug abuse.Christine RovoiFri, 29 Aug
Law & OrderPacific police chiefs meet in NZ to tackle regional issuesLeaders warn sophisticated drug-trafficking networks and returning criminal deportees are testing law enforcement capabilities in the region.Khalia StrongThu, 21 Aug
Law & OrderTrial date set for former funeral director A man facing charges related to the improper handling of human remains at Waikumete Cemetery will stand trial next year.Mary AfemataTue, 12 Aug
Law & Order • FijiFiji prosecutors seek 50-year sentences for ringleaders in major meth import caseThe methamphetamine trafficking operation saw over four tonnes of the drug imported into the country between November 2023 and January 2024. Christine RovoiFri, 08 Aug
Law & Order • FijiNine found guilty in Fiji's biggest meth trafficking caseUnderscoring the crisis, the judge says sophisticated drug cartels were using Fiji as a transit point to ship drugs to New Zealand and Australia.Christine RovoiFri, 01 Aug
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands bylaw empowers chiefs to block child marriageIn Koleasi, a remote village in Central Guadalcanal, traditional leaders now have the legal backing to stop child marriage and escalate cases of abuse. Khalia StrongWed, 23 Jul
Law & OrderTeen fights for the rights of children whose parents are in prisonJuliann Purea-Desai urges the Government to recognise children of incarcerated parents in court processes as she advocates for change.Khalia StrongMon, 07 Jul
Law & OrderAll Black Caleb Clarke discharged without conviction for dangerous drivingThe Blues winger, named in the All Blacks squad on Monday, was charged with dangerous driving and not stopping for police.RNZMon, 23 Jun
