TravelTahiti is back! 5 reasons to visit French PolynesiaDust off your suitcase and dig out that bathing suit.04 May 12:21 AM
TravelSamoa sets date to welcome back international travellersSamoa has announced it is ready to welcome back international tourists.03 May 12:56 AM
TalanoaSamoa to reopen international borders in August - PM Fiame Naomi Mata'afaThe news has brought excitement to Samoans living overseas.03 May 12:01 AM
CurrencyCitizenship NFTs: Crypto paradise planned on Vanuatu islandThe Satoshi development has received the endorsement of the Vanuatu Prime Minister.29 Apr 08:47 PM
World'Regional hub': China's aviation plans with Solomon islands revealedOne of China's biggest defence companies had big plans for the Solomon Islands.29 Apr 02:54 AM
TravelEscape winter with these quarantine-free Pacific IslandsDitch the winter cold with these Pacific Islands.29 Apr 12:24 AM
WorldAmerica tries to seize Russian oligarch's superyacht being held in FijiBut who really owns the boat? Only one of the two possibilities faces sanctions.28 Apr 07:49 AM
WorldAustralia accuses China of election interference with Solomon Islands pactAn Australian minister said the timing of the China-Solomon Islands pact was deliberate.28 Apr 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWhy a Chinese security deal in the Pacific could ripple through the worldNew York Times: "China is looking to rebalance the global order in its favour."24 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAudrey Young: Blessings, bad news and plan B in Aussie election campaignWeek 2 wrap: Crushing egg-shells and catching Covid on the Australian campaign trail.22 Apr 01:00 AM
WorldAustralian leaders clash over China's expansion in PacificAustralian PM Scott Morrison accused the opposition of 'taking China's side'.21 Apr 01:00 AM
TravelOne document you may need to be allowed to drive overseasIn some destinations, a full licence isn't valid without this key permit.19 Apr 10:14 PM
New ZealandRed alert issued as ex-cyclone Fili tracks towards East CoastTropical Cyclone Fili is tracking further east of New Zealand, the latest models show.11 Apr 11:36 PM
TalanoaSamoa seeks help from NZ for its youngest Covid patientSamoa is seeking medical help for its youngest Covid patient, a 1-year-old girl.11 Apr 05:54 PM
TravelNiue reveals dates for quarantine-free travelKiwis can soon travel to this tropical destination without needing to quarantine.10 Apr 10:43 PM
New ZealandFirst interview: Man kept as slave in NZ speaks outHe was lured to NZ by promises of money and a better life, but was kept as a slave.08 Apr 08:23 PM
New ZealandRemnants of cyclone Fili set to hit North Island next weekWeeks after Gisborne was hit with flooding the region could be hit with wet weather again.07 Apr 04:22 AM
New Zealand'Something went terribly wrong': Kiwi couple were fixing boat before electrocution deathsBen and Rochelle Neill were found dead after a suspected accident.05 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Louisa Wall's new job outside ParliamentLouisa Wall's job is part of a managed exit after withdrawing as an electorate candidate.04 Apr 10:36 PM
New ZealandDan Carter calls on super-sub Stephen Donald for help againCarter is returning to Eden Park to kick 1598 balls over 24 hours for charity.02 Apr 06:00 PM
TalanoaSamoa and Vanuatu record first Covid-19 related deathsOne death has been recorded in Samoa while Vanuatu has had two deaths.31 Mar 06:31 PM
TalanoaNew Zealand's first Pan Pacific hub is shaping up in HamiltonPacific Island community trust K'aute Pasifika hosted a site visit for selected invitees.31 Mar 01:20 AM
WorldSolomons' leader confirms security pact with ChinaThe treaty could allow China to deploy police and military personnel in Solomon Islands.30 Mar 03:55 AM
New ZealandNZ medical team to provide mental health support in TongaEight NZ medical profs have left for Tonga to help with trauma in tsunami aftermath.30 Mar 02:23 AM
Talanoa'Joint ambition': NZ, Fiji pen new partnership focused on 'five principles'New Zealand and Fiji have signed a partnership agreement promising 'shared commitment'.29 Mar 07:26 PM
Politics'Gravely concerning': PM on Chinese warships being allowed in South PacificArdern says there is no need for China to station military vessels near Solomon Islands.27 Mar 07:55 PM
TravelFiji holidays: Top tips for a visit to Six Senses Fiji in the Mamanuca IslandsThis luxury island resort is reopening on April 1. Here's why you should visit.27 Mar 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldChina's security pact with Solomon Islands raises alarm in the PacificNew York Times: The agreement could give China a pivotal foothold in the region.26 Mar 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Very concerning': Nanaia Mahuta reacts to leaked China-Solomon Islands policing 'deal'"This purported agreement could destabilise the current institutions and arrangements..."25 Mar 03:03 AM
OpinionBryce EdwardsBryce Edwards: Why we shouldn't celebrate a refugee deal with AustraliaHere are nine reasons New Zealand's refugee deal with Australia isn't as good as it seems.24 Mar 11:30 PM
New ZealandNZ, Australia refugee deal due to political pressure, Amnesty saysAdvocates welcome the deal, but say it does not go far enough.24 Mar 11:29 PM
New Zealand'Prison islands': NZ, Aus reach deal over resettling refugeesIt comes nine years after the offer was made.24 Mar 07:16 AM
TalanoaCommonwealth awards: Pacific trio recognised for service to communitiesThree Pacific people have been recognised by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth.23 Mar 07:06 PM
WorldCovid in Samoa: All flights suspended as Pacific nation goes into lockdownYesterday Samoa recorded its first case of community transmitted Covid-19.18 Mar 12:41 AM