Poll: Convicted sexual offender immigrant granted permission to remain in NZ despite high risk of reoffending
A man who emigrated to New Zealand has been convicted twice for sex offending since his arrival in 2012 - including while on bail - but will not be deported if his record stays clean for the next five years.
The decision by immigration officials has been criticised, particularly as the man did not complete any rehabilitation programmes or offence-related courses in prison.
The Herald can reveal that Sultan Ali Abdul Ali Akbari arrived in New Zealand from Afghanistan in October 2012 on a resident visa.
In February 2013 Akbari indecently assaulted a woman and was convicted.
Then in 2015 he was jailed for two years and one month for five charges of indecent acts on girls aged 8 and 10 and indecently assaulting an 18-year-old.
That offending happened while Akbari was on bail awaiting trial on the 2013 charge.
At sentencing in the Auckland District Court a pre sentence report stated Akbari's risk of reoffending was "moderate to high".
Read the full NZ herald article here: m.nzherald.co.nz...
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2.9% Do you AGREE with the immigration authority's decision?
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97.1% Do you DISAGREE with the immigration authority's decision?
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Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? ๐ป๐จ๐
In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?
What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?
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37.2% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
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62.8% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
Pre-Loved Fashion & Thrift Market
Refresh your wardrobe for the cooler months at the Autumn Pre-Loved Fashion and Thrift Market. This is the perfect opportunity to update your style as the seasons change, with an inspiring mix of quality pre-loved fashion for all ages.
Browse a carefully curated selection of knits, jeans, coats, boots, handbags, and standout accessories, alongside lighter layers ideal for those warmer autumn days. With high street favourites, designer labels, vintage finds, and a strong selection of menswear, thereโs something for every style and budget.
More than just a shopping event, this market celebrates quality, individuality, and sustainability. By choosing pre-loved, youโre helping keep beautiful clothing in circulation and out of landfill โ all while enjoying a fun, relaxed morning of treasure hunting.
Autumn Pre-Loved Fashion and Thrift Market
Date: Saturday 28 March
Time: 9.30am โ 1.00pm
Location: Orewa Community Centre
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