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Former rugby player Shane Christie confronted Nelson City Council in two videos days before his death.
Just days before his death, former Highlanders and Māori All Blacks flanker Shane Christie recorded two videos challenging Nelson City Council. He accused staff of threats, coercion, and even assault, and called on CEO Nigel Phillpot to guarantee transparency and protect whistleblowers. Two official Council letters released since his death raise new questions.
PSPLA Cancels Security Licence of Alister Thorby Over $1.4m Deception
The Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA) has cancelled the licence of security worker Alister Thorby, following his conviction for serious dishonesty offences involving more than $1.4 million in false invoices.
Jordan Keene and Simon Wood Leave $217,000 Debt After Liquidation
The liquidation of Wellington Excavator Hire Limited, directed by Jordan Keene and Simon Wood, has ended with a trail of unpaid creditors. The final report from PKF Corporate Recovery & Insolvency confirms that nine unsecured creditors are owed $130,358.47, with no repayment made.
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Malcolm and Jane Hill’s Business Collapses After 25 Years in Upper Hutt
The closure means job losses for local staff and leaves another empty space in The Mall. For the Upper Hutt community, it also removes a long-standing option for books, stationery, Lotto.
Security Guard's License Cancelled After Methamphetamine Conviction
The PSPLA has revoked the Certificate of Approval (COA) for security guard Taiupu Poasa, following his conviction for possession of methamphetamine for supply as off today.
Jason Hunter has lost his security licence after the PSPLA ruled his 22 convictions made him unfit to work in the industry
The PSPLA ordered that Hunter’s COA be cancelled with immediate effect. He must also return his security ID card to the Authority within seven days.
The decision underscores the PSPLA’s stance that security workers must uphold high standards of trust and integrity. In its ruling, the Authority said the number and nature of Hunter’s convictions meant he could not be considered a responsible or reliable member of the industry.
Upper Hutt Emails Spark Backlash Against Graham Bloxham and Mayor Wayne Guppy Connection
The emails, dated 20 September 2025, were not kept private. They were copied to Parliament staff, the NZ Police cyber team, and journalists from Stuff and The Spinoff. In them, Bloxham used strong language, calling people “pathetic,” “a complete disgrace,” and “dumb.” He also claimed to have contacted employers and suggested articles would soon be circulated to expose the individuals he was writing about.
The decision, issued on 15 August 2025 highlights serious concerns about Buckland’s past conduct, misleading statements, and lack of recent experience in key security fields
Buckland is barred from operating his own security business and restricted to frontline roles under the supervision of a licensed company.
The Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA) has ruled against Wellington man Steven Buckland and his company Blackfern Protection Group Limited, declining its application for a security company licence and cancelling parts of Buckland’s individual Certificate of Approval (COA)
Roshan Anthony’s Summit Scaffold NZ Collapses Owing Over $700,000
Summit Scaffold NZ Limited, owned and directed by Roshan Anthony, has been placed into liquidation by the Auckland High Court after building up more than $700,000 in unpaid debt. The case was brought by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD), which says Anthony has a long history of failing to meet his tax obligations.
Security Worker's License Suspended Following Violent Convictions
WELLINGTON, A New Zealand security worker, Anieta Leijen, has had her certificate of approval (COA) suspended for 16 months after a government authority ruled her recent convictions for violent offenses made her unsuitable to work in the industry. The decision, handed down by the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority, allows Leijen a path to eventually return to work but only after she completes her court sentences and meets strict conditions aimed at demonstrating her rehabilitation.
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Mann Restaurants collapse puts spotlight on director Gursharan Singh Mann
The first report to creditors says the business used multiple loans to get started. The size and structure of those loans made repayment difficult. Trading was weak, cashflow tightened, and tax obligations weren’t prioritised, which increased the overall debt. With no realistic path to trade out, the company entered liquidation.
Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority Latest News
Jagnoor Singh Reprimanded After Fuel Theft While on Guard Duty
Director Found Guilty of Misconduct as Faces Licensing Ban
Security Worker’s Certificate Cancelled Following Dishonesty Convictions
Security License Denied After Drug Convictions
Written by S Hussain - Sources: PSPLA New Zealand