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$6.5m to prepare for quake and tsunami

The East Coast Lab has been launched to research New Zealand's least understood subduction zone, the Hikurangi Trough.

The essential guide to Hawaii's national parks

If moonbows, starry skies and volcanic activity peak your interest, head to one of the two national parks on these remote Pacific islands.

Tonga: Recharge in a fairy tale fale

Pre-visit research shows me the name Nuku'alofa means "abode of love" and Tonga's main island, Tongatapu, means "Sacred South".

Fiji: Immerse yourself

Otherwise known as the "Soft Coral Capital of the World", Fiji offers some of the globe's best scuba diving.

The National Park of American Samoa

Spread across three separate islands, this national park is home to an abundance of fish and coral species, as well as native bats and lush rainforests.

Shark kills kitesurfer in New Caledonia

It is the second fatal attack in the South Pacific territory in six months.

Fiji: Paradise gets helping hands

Fiji has 333 islands. Some are large, some small - sticking up like green molars in a Listerine sea, each with its own smile of beach.

Tongan flag-bearer modelling in NZ show

Tonga's internet-breaking Olympic flag-bearer is ready to tread the catwalk tonight as part of the inaugural Pacific Fusion Fashion Show.

Great places to eat and drink in Port Vila

Whether you want to live it up, chow down, take the heat or just chill, Port Vila has what you want, writes Shandelle Battersby.

A slice of Fijian paradise

Kris Shannon explores Fijian islands with plenty of reasons to make you stay.

Three vibrant Pacific festivals

Want more from your island holiday than just fly 'n' flop? Stephanie Holmes finds some memorable music festivals.

Snorkelling in an emerald lagoon

Shandelle Battersby enjoys a day of thrilling adventures on - and under - the water.

Diving into the Pacific

Stephanie Holmes suggests some great ways to combine a Pacific Island getaway with a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Deluxe living in Raro

Two resorts, 10 days, many highlights. Tessa Stockdale has one tough assignment.

'The odds are higher than any lotto'

Australian couple's out-of-the-box idea sparks a global ticket-selling frenzy.

Vanuatu: Ride the wild side

Shandelle Battersby gets down and dirty on Vanuatu's main island and has a fabulous time.

Tonga's heavenly Heilala

A tranquil lodge on a beach with spectacular sunsets makes for the perfect island getaway, writes Sue Baxalle.

French Polynesia: Insider tips for Tahiti

The silence of nature and sea are soothing and offer great surroundings to reconnect with your better half, says Gina Bunton.