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Laura Clarke, the diplomat who made history

British High Commissioner knows more te reo Māori than many Kiwis, and is not at all posh.

Freak shark attack: Woman's body torn to shreds

The woman was swimming during a whale-watching trip when the freak shark attack occurred.

China is leasing an entire Pacific Island. Its residents are shocked

New York Times: What could Beijing want with Tulagi? Some fear military ambitions.

Fiji: Pampering, yoga and really big fish at Kokomo luxury resort in Fiji

Juliette Sivertsen stays at the luxurious Kokomo Private Island in Fiji.

The Pacific Island upping the stakes when it comes to food

Viva's Dan Ahwa has a tasteful break in the South Pacific.

Emotional welcome at Tuia 250 commemoration in Gisborne

Emotional scenes at Tuia 250 commemoration in Gisborne

Letters: Only five got my vote

Don't give up on voting in the council election because all the hot air from candidates.

Cruising: The Coral Route revisited

Maureen Marriner cruises in the wake of last century's flying boats.

Fijian PM accused of insulting female MP's dignity

Fijian Frank Bainimarama has been accused of making a sexist insult against a female MP.

Niue: Eclipse of the heart as a dark sky tourist

A rare solar eclipse on a tropical island - what could go wrong? The weather, of course.

All Black prop's amazing gift to parents

Powerhouse prop Ofa Tuungafasi opens up on family, heartbreak and the black jersey.

Whanganui rugby flavour

Strong Whanganui flavour to Jack Hobbs and NZ Barbarians schools 1st XV rugby tournaments.

Tug of war over body: Family fights for a big send-off

Colin McCormick, 44, died last month after being hit by a car.

Pacific Islands: Swimming with turtles in Rarotonga

Frances Cook meets an aquatic beauty in the waters of Rarotonga

Rugby: Manu Samoa pull away to beat NZ Heartland XV

Rugby World Cup squad with some Super Rugby regulars is too strong for the amateurs.

Rugby: West Coast on top of Heartland Championship

Only West Coast and North Otago still unbeaten after two games.