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Police demand media divulge sources
Radio New Zealand has refused demands to hand over unpublished news material related to a meeting between Prime Minister John Key and a candidate in the country's general election.
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Search and Surveillance Bill undermines journalists' rights, says IFJ
If the bill proceeds in its present form, it will force the country's journalists to answer police questions or hand over documents such as media sources and notes, IFJ said.
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PFF urges investigation into broadcaster's suspension
PFF is encouraging the management of Pacific Islands radio station Niu FM 531pi to launch an investigation into the suspension - and then reinstatement - of veteran Fiji journalist Bulou Amalaini Ligalevu.
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Government launches Official Information Act implementation plan
(PINA/IFEX) - Cook Islands has launched the country's Official Information Act (OIA) implementation plan, reports "Cook Islands News".
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