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Security Guard Christopher Viliamu Loses License

Disgraced Security Guard Christopher Viliamu Loses License After Assault Convictions A former security worker, Christopher Viliamu, has had his license revoked after multiple violent convictions, including assaulting a child. The Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA)ruled against Viliamu on February 12, 2025, following a complaint by the NZ Police. His certificate of approval was immediately canceled, effectively banning him from working in security.

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Indecent Assault Conviction Costs Joseph Hillman His License

Hillman’s indecent assault conviction is a mandatory ground for disqualification under the law, making him ineligible to continue working in the security sector.

Police also revealed that Hillman was dismissed from his security job last year after racking up over $1,200 in personal expenses on his employer’s fuel card.

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Repeat Alcohol Offences

Austin Fa’ase’e had his certificate of approval canceled immediately after being convicted of his third drink driving offence.

Stripped of COA License

Anjum Sethi has been stripped of his security license after an investigation found he was unlawfully in New Zealand and operating a business. 

Steven Setu: TikTok Star and Controversies

The combination of online allegations and legal issues has placed Steven Setu in a precarious position regarding his public image. While his content continues to entertain and engage many, these controversies have undoubtedly impacted how he is perceived by a portion of his audience. Read more click to find out more

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Lawyer’s $700,000 Fraud Results in Strike-Off

Former Auckland Lawyer Aaron Rodney Nicholls has been disbarred following his admission of misappropriating over $700,000 from his clients' trust accounts. According to the New Zealand Lawyers and Conveyancers Disciplinary Tribunal, Nicholls made unauthorized transactions over a seven-year period, starting in November 2017.

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Latest News about Duval Group

As a successful entrepreneur and co-founder of The Duval Group, Kenyon Clarke is no stranger to making dreams come true. With his wife Charlotte, they built a property and lifestyle empire that's now one of the largest full-service groups in New Zealand.

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The Tribunal determined that Mr. Bellamy, who has no prior disciplinary history, failed to respond to a request for information from the Waikato Bay of Plenty Standards Committee, a matter stemming from a client complaint first lodged in 2017.

Conveyancers Disciplinary Tribunal has suspended Philip James Bellamy

The New Zealand Lawyers and Conveyancers Disciplinary Tribunal has suspended Philip James Bellamy, a lawyer with 35 years of experience, for four months following a finding of misconduct. The decision, issued on December 6, 2024, highlighted sustained non-engagement and failure to comply with professional obligations.


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Liqudation list in December 2024

Raymond Vincent Bishop is associated with five companies currently in liquidation and receivership, with total liabilities exceeding $8.4 million. The first detailed reports on his companies are now available at the link by https://www.insolvency.govt.nz/about/public-notices/december-2024-liquidation-notices



Culturesafe NZ Limited: A Two-Year Liquidation Journey

In the ruling, Judge J.C. Holden addressed an application for non-party discovery made by Mr. Halse against a third-party entity, Maniototo Enterprises Limited. The court required Mr. Halse to pay $1,000 into court as security for costs before Maniototo Enterprises retrieves documents relevant to the proceedings. This case underlines the ongoing disputes that have prolonged the liquidation process

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Before you invest in any company or organization, take a moment to review this site. The New Zealand Gazette Official Site provides important government and business information that could help inform your decision

Click here to view the Government's official publication, a trusted constitutional record since 1841. This journal includes mandatory commercial and government notifications as required by law. It is continuously updated online during business hours (9am–5pm), and all notices are freely available to the public. 

Notices include business proceedings, bankruptcies, land notices, parliamentary notices, and notifications from government departments and agencies.

Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority Latest News

Ronny Tautali Loses License as Second Security Company Faces Closure

Ronny Tautali, the director behind SECPRO Limited and previously Malosi Security Limited, has lost his Certificate of Approval (COA), and both companies have faced closure following a scathing investigation and financial turmoil.

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Director Found Guilty of Misconduct as Quality Security Limited Faces Licensing Ban

Vetekina Taulanga, a director of Quality Security Limited (QSL), has been found guilty of misconduct, leading to the cancellation of his Certificate of Approval (COA) and the rejection of Quality Security Limited license application. 

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Security Worker’s Certificate Cancelled Following Dishonesty Convictions 

Police have made a complaint against Marcus Gardner as he has been convicted of several offences since he was granted his certificate of approval (COA) in 2022. Mr Gardner’s certificate of approval is cancelled immediately.

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Northland Police is investigating the fatal hit-and-run of a cyclist in Ōkaihau

Issued by Police Media Centre

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