Pua Magasiva's conviction for assaulting his wife can now be revealed. Photo: FileActor Pua Magasiva's dark final days can now be told — as he is revealed as a man who repeatedly beat his wife and was convicted of assault just two weeks before his death. Photo: InstagramOnce the existence of the suppression order was known, however, it was challenged by Lizz Magasiva, the Herald and other media. Pua Magasiva, pictured leaving the North Shore District Court in June 2018 after being charged with assaulting his wife. She did not want to dishonour Pua Magasiva's memory but also said she didn't want to be "revictimised by being forced to hold the truth alone in silence".

Source: Otago Daily Times December 17, 2019 19:52 UTC