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NZ defence spending meets Pacific reality of rising drug threat

A $1.58 billion defence package puts New Zealand's maritime focus in the spotlight as Pacific leaders warn drug networks are outpacing the region.

Renate RiversMon, 25 May

Law & Order •

Aotearoa New Zealand

New intelligence gives fresh momentum to 35-year murder case

Police say new information has reopened lines of inquiry into the 1991 disappearance of Andrew Maaka.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 20 May

Law & Order

Pacific 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

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Fiji army chief says military must take responsibility after man's death in custody

Commander Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai says accountability must be upheld following the death of Jone Vakarisi in military custody.

Christine RovoiMon, 11 May

Law & Order

Heart over Hurdles: Why Pacific police are staying the course in NZ as pay talks underway

As pay bargaining kicks off, Pacific officers are emerging as the “anchor” of the frontline, choosing community over the $112,000 lure of Australia.

Khalia StrongTue, 05 May

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Fears for missing Fiji fishermen as boat found and search shifts to recovery, officials say

Families have been told there are no survivors after a missing fishing boat was found semi-submerged off northern Fiji, marking a heartbreaking turn in the search.

Christine RovoiWed, 29 Apr

Pacific Region

Pacific drug routes expose children to growing organised crime threat - NGO

ChildFund warns rising drug trafficking through the region is putting pressure on remote island communities and increasing risks for Pasifika youth.

Christine RovoiTue, 28 Apr

Community

Police urge drivers to make safety their first priority this weekend

With lives already lost on our roads this year, drivers are urged to slow down, stay alert, and get everyone home safely this ANZAC weekend.

PMN NewsSat, 25 Apr

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Fiji family demands answers after man dies in military custody

Fijian police launch a murder investigation as calls grow for an independent inquiry into Jone Vakarisi's death.

Margot Staunton, Senior Journalist, RNZ Wed, 22 Apr

Law & Order •

Fiji •

Australia

Fiji hunts Australian man labelled ‘kingpin’ over record meth bust

Police want Sam Amine to face trial over Fiji's largest-ever meth seizure. A new investigation reveals alleged links to Pacific drug trafficking routes.

Christine RovoiThu, 16 Apr

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