TalanoaPacific-bound flights turned around over aircraft problemsAt least three recent flights to Rarotonga, Samoa and Fiji were turned back to Auckland.31 Mar 06:01 AM
PremiumProject AucklandHow Auckland can become a high-wage, world-class cityAuckland needs to treat growth as a system rather than a set of isolated fixes.30 Mar 08:00 PM
WorldStrong quake hits near Vanuatu, no tsunami threat reportedThe quake struck about 35km northeast of Luganville in Vanuatu.30 Mar 09:48 AM
New ZealandPacific power shift: Whangārei company’s electric ferries win PM’s support 18 Mar 10:00 PM
PoliticsLuxon refuses to address report claiming he tried to call off Samoa chiefly title ceremony16 Mar 09:54 PM
TalanoaChief Tui Luxon, To’osavili Key: Who are the other world leaders bestowed Samoan titlesTuisinavemaulumoto'otua is PM Christopher Luxon's new Samoan chiefly name.16 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsWhy Luxon has explaining to do as he visits Samoa, Tonga for first official engagementsThe PM and a delegation of high-profile New Zealanders will visit Samoa and Tonga. 15 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelAitutaki’s dreamlike lagoon is the ultimate family-friendly island escapeA simple day trip from Rarotonga offers the easiest way to paradise. 14 Mar 11:00 PM
Politics'Expanding defence partnerships': Trump's ambassador pick reveals his plans for New ZealandHe said New Zealand was aware of the 'darkening security environment in the Pacific'.09 Mar 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'I love chasing bad people': TVNZ's Barbara Dreaver on being fearless under fire A behind-the-scenes account of reporting from the Pacific's front line.07 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandRotorua to host Super Rugby clash after Tonga funding shortfallRotorua will host the city's first Super Rugby game since 2018 in April. 05 Mar 12:09 AM
TalanoaHorror crash that killed trio was preventable if highway barriers up to standard, coroner findsThree men died in the crash and a survivor suffered lifechanging injuries. 02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamily urges kōrero on organ donation after teen fighter dies from crash injuriesAuckland Anniversary crash victim: Tristyn Nathan's donated organs have already given seven recipients another chance. Video / Sylvie WhinrayWatch27 Feb 02:15 AM
SportThe $600k hurdle keeping Moana Pasifika out of TongaWorld Rugby no longer helps cover Moana Pasifika's Pacific match costs.25 Feb 09:29 PM
Talanoa'Really big goal': ChildFund CEO's plan to lift Pacific out of povertyJosie Pagani wants every Pacific child to have access to clean water within 10 years.24 Feb 11:19 PM
Talanoa'Elements of foul play': Police chief vows consequences over Fijian officer’s deathRacagi had worked on recent drug raids in Lami, though police see no link yet.24 Feb 04:03 AM
AirlinesSamoa airport fee increase sparks wrath of global airline groupSurge in fees from next week will impact tourists and diaspora, airlines say.23 Feb 09:51 PM
Super Rugby'Very sad': Why Moana Pasifika can't host Chiefs clash in TongaThe round nine fixture will instead take place in Pukekohe or Rotorua.23 Feb 03:10 AM
Talanoa'Over the moon': Mother and son to reunite after 11-year residency struggle Ali told the Herald it has been difficult living apart from her only child.15 Feb 09:00 PM
WorldFrench authorities seize 2.4 tonnes of cocaine from Pacific vesselOver the past month, France has seized nearly 12 tonnes of cocaine around Polynesia.15 Feb 02:45 AM
SportThe Jonah Lomu connection behind Kiwi Super Bowl winnerBorn in Auckland, George Holani is a Super Bowl champion with the Seattle Seahawks.12 Feb 08:00 PM
TalanoaWinston Peters to receive Pacific visa petition at New Zealand ParliamentThe petition seeks equal visa-style access for visitors from six Pacific nations.10 Feb 11:46 PM
TalanoaRarotonga International Airport starts screening passengers in fight against dengueAn elderly member of the public is the first dengue-related death in the Cook Islands.09 Feb 05:18 AM
WorldFrench Navy seizes over four tonnes of cocaine in South PacificThe Navy seized almost five tonnes of cocaine, believed headed for Australia last month.05 Feb 03:06 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandComanchero gang member to spend rest of life in Tongan prison for drug importingThe 44-year-old tried to expand the gang's presence in Tonga after being deported from Oz.04 Feb 04:00 PM
TalanoaDengue warning: Rising case numbers as Kiwis return from Pacific holidaysIn the Cook Islands, 500 cases of dengue have been reported since last May.03 Feb 03:00 AM
WorldMicroplastics in one-third of surveyed Pacific Island fishThe research examined fish taken from waters off Fiji, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.28 Jan 08:20 PM
TalanoaSamoan police investigate after renowned author found dead in prison cellSia Figiel, poet and novelist, lived between Samoa and Auckland and had travelled widely.28 Jan 01:49 AM
