Law & OrderFormer funeral director jailed for over 2 years for defrauding grieving families in AucklandFiona Bakulich’s deceit was uncovered after a severe storm exposed that the remains she handled were improperly managed, a court was told.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterFri, 11 Apr
Law & OrderCrackdown on unregistered Auckland dogs – pay fine or face courtFinal infringement notices have been issued, and those who do not pay within the next 28 days will have their fines transferred to the court, Auckland Council officials warn.Torika Tokalau, Local Democracy ReporterFri, 11 Apr
Law & Order • Sāmoa • Aotearoa New ZealandSāmoan sentenced for migrant exploitation and corruptionThe ruling follows a five-year investigation that highlights the serious consequences of immigration fraud and protecting vulnerable workers.Christine RovoiMon, 07 Apr
Law & Order'Our people don't forget' Why Pacific and Māori are wary of police in NZAmid the debate on reframing justice, academic Chelsea Naepi advocates for a shift towards indigenous reconciliation practices.Khalia StrongFri, 28 Mar
Law & Order • Sāmoa • NiuePacific youth workers empowered through support, community and development Pou Pasifika is a new national initiative co-designed by and for Pasifika youth development workers and practitioners.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 27 Mar
Law & OrderConcerns rise over sentencing reformsAdvocates warn of increased harm to Pacific and Māori families.Khalia StrongThu, 27 Mar
Law & OrderSecond Auckland funeral director pleads not guilty in Waikumete Cemetery caseThe man appeared in court on Thursday, facing two counts of deception and one count of neglect.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterThu, 20 Mar
Law & OrderSecond funeral director charged in cemetery probe amid bodies mishandling claimsPolice charge a second funeral director in Auckland as part of an investigation into improper handling of burials at Waikumete Cemetery. Christine RovoiSat, 15 Mar
Law & Order • Aotearoa New Zealand‘Unacceptable’: Pacific Labour MP condemns violent drag storytime protestLemauga Lydia Sosene has criticised Destiny Church members’ alleged disruption of a children’s reading session in the Te Atatū Library.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 21 Feb
Law & Order • TongaTongan lawyers sharpen courtroom skills with NZ trainingA visiting team of New Zealand judges and barristers are holding an interactive workshop to strengthen the local legal system.Khalia StrongTue, 18 Feb
