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Mann Security Solutions and Director Fined $14,000 After PSPLA Misconduct Findings

Mann Security Solutions Limited and its director, Paradise Mann, have been fined a combined $14,000 following a decision by New Zealand's Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA).

The decision, dated 28 October 2026, addressed four complaints involving the operation of a security business without a company licence, the engagement of workers without appropriate certificates of approval (COAs), and a failure to meet annual-return obligations.

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Nigel and Megan McFall Lose Security Licences Following Bankruptcy and Reporting Breaches

Nigel and Megan McFall, operators of Canterbury security business Waimak Patrols & Security Services, have had their individual security licences cancelled after being declared bankrupt and failing to file annual returns for several years

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Jordan Keene and Simon Wood Leave $217,000 Debt After Liquidation

Jordan Keene and Simon Wood were involved in the company during its trading period. Keene resigned as a director on 16 March 2023, approximately five weeks before liquidators were appointed on 26 April 2023.

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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.

Michael Fritz Jailed for Money Laundering, Security Company Licence Cancelled

Michael Fritz, the sole company officer of Security Force New Zealand Limited, has had his security approval cancelled after being convicted of money laundering and sentenced to more than two years in prison.

The Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA) cancelled Fritz's certificate of approval and his company's security licence in a decision dated July 31, 2026.

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Wellington Live Owner Graham Bloxham: Arrests, Trespass, and a Growing Digital Footprint in 2026

In early 2026, Bloxham was issued a trespass notice from Upper Hutt City Council offices. A council spokesperson confirmed the action but did not publicly detail the specific reasons behind the decision. The development followed Bloxham’s involvement in local political activity, including connections to mayoral campaigning and public commentary surrounding council leadership

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His partner subsequently contacted police, reporting that he had a firearm and was waiting for officers to arrive.

Shakur Ioane Lali Loses Security Licence Following Police Concerns Over Public Safety

Shakur Ioane Lali had his Certificate of Approval (COA) cancelled by the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA) in a decision dated October 19, 2026, following a complaint brought by New Zealand Police.

The decision followed an incident on September 2, 2026, when Ioane Lali contacted police and told officers he wanted them to shoot him.


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Principle Protection Services Limited Hit With Security Licence Suspension Over COA Violations

Principle Protection Services Limited (PPSL), a Christchurch-based security company, has had its security licence suspended for three months after repeatedly engaging a security guard without a valid certificate of approval (COA) and failing to meet statutory obligations under New Zealand law.

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John Moala Kaifa Banned from Security Work After Firearms Convictions

WELLINGTON, On 20 February 2026, Kaifa was sentenced to one year of home detention following convictions on two Arms Act offences and one charge of possession of cannabis for supply. These are considered automatic disqualifications under section 62 of the Act, meaning his security license had to be cancelled unless a waiver was applied for — which Kaifa did not pursue.

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Yousif Yousif Loses Security Approval After Being Found Guilty of Rape and Unlawful Sexual Connection

Yousif Yousif had his security approval cancelled by the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA) in a decision dated September 30, 2026, following a complaint brought by New Zealand Police.

Police initially lodged the complaint in March 2026 while Yousif was facing criminal charges of rape and unlawful sexual connection. His certificate of approval (COA) was suspended while the Authority awaited the outcome of the criminal proceedings.

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Police Seek Cancellation: Nitish Nitish’s Security Certificate Revoked

Security guard Nitish Nitish has had his Certificate of Approval cancelled by the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA) following a complaint from New Zealand Police regarding his suitability to hold a licence.

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Abdi Hashi loses licence after Police complaint over illegal activity

The Authority recorded that Hashi did not cooperate with officers and resisted Police during the incident. He was later arrested and charged with obstruction, and during transport to the police station was described as being verbally abusive toward an officer.

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Vaikai Mati Messine’s Licence Cancelled Amid Criminal Convictions

Police also reported that a warrant has been issued for Mr Mati Messine’s arrest after he failed to appear in court in relation to his March 2025 community work sentence. He is further under investigation for another alleged assault. 

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Gurleen Bahia Loses Security Approval Following Petrol Theft Complaints and Expired Visa

Sources: PSPLA New Zealand

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