Law & OrderPacific leaders warn rising organised crime cannot be tackled alone More than 17 tonnes of drugs have been seized across the region since January as leaders warn criminal networks are expanding their reach.Khalia StrongTue, 19 May
Law & Order • FijiFiji police officers face charges as new data shows drug seizures surging in the PacificA six-month investigation into alleged links between 11 Fijian police officers and drug traffickers has been sent to prosecutors.Kaya Selby, RNZ Pacific journalist and Christina Persico, RNZ Pacific bulletin editorMon, 18 May
Politics • West Papua‘Unthinkable’: Calls for Pacific leaders to act after shooting at West Papua school paradeWest Papua advocates are urging New Zealand and Pacific leaders to speak out after reports Indonesian police opened fire during a graduation parade where the banned Morning Star flag was displayed.Renate RiversMon, 11 May
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa district court separates Tuilaepa defamation case and orders public silenceOpposition leader Tuilaepa has been barred from publicly discussing his criminal defamation case after proceedings involving PM Laaulialemalietoa and Education Minister split in to separate trials.Renate RiversFri, 08 May
Pacific Region • Cook Islands • FranceFrench release of drug vessel raises Pacific security concernsExperts say the decision not to investigate the MV Raider after 4.87 tonnes of cocaine were seized may complicate efforts to track criminals in the region.Rashneel Kumar, Cook Islands NewsThu, 05 Feb
CommunityNew Zealanders show unity and respect for Waitangi, study showsAs Aotearoa prepares for Waitangi Day, a survey reveals most Kiwis value Te Tiriti, human rights, and respectful discussion about their shared history.Christine RovoiWed, 04 Feb
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
Law & Order • SāmoaAfter the headlines: Tiana Epati uses new platform for changeAotearoa’s first Sāmoan King’s Counsel is focused on championing Pacific representation, mentorship, and a more inclusive legal profession.Khalia StrongFri, 07 Nov
Law & Order • SāmoaFinal witness to testify in Sāmoan poet Sia Figiel's murder trial Sāmoa’s Supreme Court resumes the trial of Sia Figiel on Thursday with the prosecution set to introduce its last witness.Renate RiversWed, 10 Sep
Law & Order • Fiji • SāmoaNew Zealand's top cop embarks on historic visit to the PacificPolice Commissioner Richard Chambers has only been in the role six months, but he is already focussed on strengthening relations with law enforcement in the region.Christine RovoiTue, 22 Apr