New ZealandTongan eruption biggest in 30 years, 'best witnessed from space'Vulcanologist says Tongan blast the biggest since Mt Pinatubo in the Philippines in 1991.16 Jan 05:16 PM
New ZealandForce of Tongan eruption 'astonishing', more tsunamis possible - vulcanologist'[The eruption] escalated at very short notice,' says Kiwi scientist.16 Jan 04:46 PM
New Zealand'No warning': Eruption surges sink 12 boats, smash marinaNorthland - just recovering from lockdown - takes another hit.16 Jan 03:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelEverything you need to know before booking a Cook Island holidayYour one-stop shop for understanding the new NZ to Cook Island travel bubble in 2022.16 Jan 05:30 AM
World'Rocks fell like rain': Witness describes escape from eruption falloutMan said rocks showered around them while they drove to safety.16 Jan 03:18 AM
WorldFirst pics of damage as Tongan residents warned air toxic, water contaminatedIslands face massive clean-up after blast that sent ash, steam and gas 20km into air.16 Jan 12:08 AM
WorldWild scenes as Bondi Beach evacuated due to tsunami riskAround midnight, one video captured police and SES rushing to the beach.15 Jan 09:34 PM
New ZealandTsunami and cyclone aftermath: Warning in place to stay off beaches until Wednesday in Hawke's BayDouble trouble: Eruption tsunami and cyclone lead to warning in Hawke's Bay.15 Jan 09:11 PM
WorldWhy the volcanic eruption in Tonga was so violent, and what to expect nextThe Hunga-Tonga-Hunga-Ha'apai volcano has erupted regularly over the past few decades.15 Jan 08:31 PM
New Zealand'Pray for us': Tonga hit by large waves after massive underwater volcanic eruptionTongans rush for high land after tsunami warning and surging waves hit mainland.15 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldTsunami warning for Tonga as underwater volcano eruptsPeople have been advised to stay out of the water and away from the coast.14 Jan 03:10 AM
TravelCook Islands reopens its borders to vaccinated KiwisThe Cook Islands is well-placed to bounce back to a strong position if it gets tourists.13 Jan 07:59 PM
WorldOne dead as cyclone bears down on FijiA tropical depression is moving to the west of the island nation.09 Jan 05:07 PM
TravelThe real reason Samoa's tourism industry is sufferingSamoa's backbone, the tourism industry is struggling, but there is hope.06 Jan 06:53 PM
TravelTravel inspiration for 2022 in South America and the PacificWhere will you go first when the borders open? Here are some travel-writer approved ideas.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandYou've done it Auckland! All 3 DHBs reach 90% jab target, what next?After 10 months, Auckland's DHBs have all reached a historic milestone.15 Dec 12:40 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelPacific paradise: Luxe it up on one of these dreamy South Pacific islandsFlop and drop or get up and active, a holiday in the South Pacific never disappoints.14 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandTropical Cyclone Ruby expected to miss NZ, but will bring more heavy rainTropical Cyclone Ruby is not forecast to hit New Zealand directly, but will bring rain.14 Dec 01:08 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAnalysis: The Aussie minister losing friends and influencing ChinaOPINION: NZ's defence priorities appear almost quaint next to Australia's focus on China.14 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandWeather: Forecasters alert to storm off Solomons, could impact NZ next weekHolidaymakers advised to keep an eye on developments.09 Dec 10:02 PM
PoliticsNZ security threats increasing, major Defence paper saysHighway to the grey zone: Military needs makeover and new mentality, major paper says.08 Dec 05:39 AM
New ZealandCovid cases below 100 on back-to-back days, positive test in Cook IslandsThe second sub-100 day comes on day two of the new traffic light framework.04 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandCook Islands' first Covid case: 10yo boy's weak positive testHe arrived on a repatriation flight that landed on Thursday.03 Dec 11:15 PM
New ZealandLive: New variant in UK and likely Germany, Italy; NZ deems nine countries 'very high-risk'South African scientists first raised alarm about the new variant this week.27 Nov 06:36 PM
New Zealand'Surreal': Friends mourn sport identity's Covid death as Auckland reopening nearsThere were 173 new community cases yesterday, less than the seven-day average of 187.26 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelLuxury Travel: Top 10 most expensive hotels in the worldSave your pennies, these places don't come cheap.25 Nov 08:23 PM
New ZealandTalanoa about the future of Pacific languagesPasifika urged to take part in the Leo Moana o Aotearoa Pacific Languages survey.24 Nov 01:03 AM
TravelCruisin' for a bruising: Mega cruise ships banned in Tahiti from 2022Mega cruise ships gear up for a long-awaited season, but they won't be sailing to Tahiti.03 Nov 11:57 PM
New ZealandMahuta on NZ's Pacific approach and China's growing influenceThe Pacific had become a 'theatre of interest' and required clear focus, she said.03 Nov 01:37 AM
WorldTonga's Covid lockdown begins, schools and shops closedTongatapu is in lockdown for seven days after the kingdom recorded its first Covid case.02 Nov 03:01 AM
TravelLonely Planet reveals 30 countries to visit in 2022Lonely Planet has your 2022 travel wish list covered with their top countries to visit.31 Oct 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGrace Savage: Thousands of reasons for climate action urgencyOPINION: Grace Savage outlines the fate for our Pacific Island children if COP26 fails.29 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRawiri Taonui: Māori in a race against timeOPINION: Dr Rawiri Taonui contemplates the situation for Māori in the outbreak.27 Oct 04:00 PM
