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Fiji

Advocates call for balanced constitutional reform as Fiji Supreme Court hears major case

As the government seeks clarification on specific sections of the constitution, advocates are rallying against the perceived injustices, claiming it stifles dissent and violates citizen rights.

Christine RovoiTue, 19 Aug

Law & Order

Trial 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 Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 12 Aug

Law & Order •

Fiji

Nine found guilty in Fiji's biggest meth trafficking case

Underscoring 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

Law & Order

All Black Caleb Clarke discharged without conviction for dangerous driving

The Blues winger, named in the All Blacks squad on Monday, was charged with dangerous driving and not stopping for police.

RNZMon, 23 Jun

Law & Order •

Sāmoa

Former Sāmoa Attorney-General appointed district court judge in Dunedin

Lemalu Hermann Retzlaff's extensive legal career includes significant roles in Crown prosecution and public defence, highlighting his commitment to justice and community service.

PMN NewsThu, 24 Apr

Pacific Region •

Tonga

Tonga appoints first woman and youngest Chief Magistrate

With a blend of legal expertise and personal conviction, Loupua Pahulu-Kuli aims to uphold justice while inspiring future generations.

Khalia StrongFri, 11 Apr

Law & Order

Second Auckland funeral director pleads not guilty in Waikumete Cemetery case

The man appeared in court on Thursday, facing two counts of deception and one count of neglect.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterThu, 20 Mar

Law & Order

‘Boot the Bill’: Call to halt military-style youth detention camps

Save The Children is petitioning the withdrawal of the Oranga Tamariki (Responding Youth Offending) Amendment Bill.

Christine RovoiTue, 04 Feb

Law & Order

Power to the people: Analyst breaks down liquor law that's uplifting communities

A Salvation Army social policy analyst commends the Community Engagement Amendment bill for empowering communities to better contest liquor license grants impacting them.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 04 Apr

Judge Ali'imuamua Sandra Alofivae at her swearing in ceremony at Manukau District Court. Photo/Twitter

Law & Order •

Sāmoa

PMN's Summer Series: 'So help me God'- Samoan lawyer sworn in as District Court Judge

Ali’imuamua Sandra Alofivae takes on the title of District Court Judge, a position held by only 200 people in New Zealand.

Khalia StrongFri, 12 Jan

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