TravelCook Islands: A family holiday in RarotongaMake the most of Rarotonga's thriving mini-town, which will steal your heart with daily snorkel cruises, cafes, markets, beachside resorts and superb local produce, writes Carly Flynn.21 Jul 09:30 PM
TravelTahiti: Palette of a magical islandCircling the colourful island of Tahiti, Paul Rush sees an impressionist painter's view everywhere.18 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelEspiritu Santo: Wake up to the sleeping giantPaul Rush follows a trail of bubbles to Champagne Beach on Vanuatu's largest island.11 Jul 12:00 AM
TravelCruising: Experience Hawaii the easy wayJoe Kafka and his wife embrace the ease of island hopping by boat.06 Jul 11:00 PM
TravelSamoa: Blooming lovely at TeuilaFlower festival is a chance to sample more than sun and sand in Samoa, writes Robyn Yousef.06 Jul 04:15 PM
TravelRarotonga: A bit of a stretchPaddleboard yoga brings out the best in Andrew Frampton (at least in his head).27 Jun 01:30 AM
TravelYasawa Islands: Walking in sunshineEvery visitor to these Fijian islands leaves with the memory of a warm welcome, writes Paul Rush.22 Jun 04:15 PM
TravelBar/fly: HonoluluHonolulu's Bevy pours drinks like it means business, writes Heather McCracken.19 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandHarawira challenged by former allyMana Party Leader Hone Harawira is facing a new challenge in his Te Tai Tokerau seat at this year's election, from his party's former Te Tai Tonga candidate Clinton Dearlove.16 Jun 07:46 AM
TravelVanuatu: Hand paint memoriesPaul Rush tours Efate Island and meets the smiling face of the Pacific.11 Jun 04:15 PM
New ZealandKey's Pacific visit an election entreeIn Samoa this week, Prime Minister John Key indulged in a bit of harmless flattery of his counterpart, Prime Minister Tuilaepa.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHard questions for Key in NiueIf John Key expected to be asked the soft questions when he bowled up for Question Time with school children in Niue yesterday, he was sorely disappointed.05 Jun 11:25 PM
TravelTahiti: Crepes, raw fish and ukulelesPamela Wade reckons Tahiti's waterfront 'roulottes' are the wheel deal for fine French fare and good times.05 Jun 04:15 PM
WorldThe N-bomb guinea pigsThe US nuclear test at Bikini Atoll in the Marshall Islands on March 1, 1954, was 1000 times larger than the bombs that obliterated Hiroshima and Nagasaki.16 May 05:00 PM
TravelPapua New Guinea: 'Dimdims' take a run ashoreThe warm welcome at PNG's Kiriwina Island leaves cruise passenger Paul Rush smiling.15 May 04:15 PM
TravelFiji: Bula BingoScott Kara finds Mana Island's sand, sun and snorkelling irresistibly relaxing.08 May 12:00 AM
TravelHawaii: Sampling under the sunThe food on Hawaii's island of Oahu sends Heather McCracken into raptures.06 May 12:00 AM
OpinionAndrew AldersonAndrew Alderson: Thank you, but no thank youThe New Zealand Rugby Union's refusal to play tests in the Pacific Islands remains a shame on the national game.04 May 03:07 AM
TravelCook Islands: My blue heavenWinston Aldworth spends a few days enjoying beautiful Aitutaki - and wondering why Captain Bligh ever left...24 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelPow! Kaka'ako packs a punchAway from the famous surf breaks and beaches, Heather McCracken discovers Hawaii's vibrant shopping, art, culture, and food scene.22 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelFalling in love with the PacificWords can't do justice to majestic Niue, discovers Alexia Santamaria21 Apr 12:20 AM
TravelCook Islands: Family fun, Raro stylePenny Lewis and family escape to an island paradise and revel in all it has to offer.20 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelRarotonga: Big little paradiseAfter a serve of super-fresh fish, some boutique ale, a snorkel and a scoot around, Ben Chapman-Smith reckons Raro's not so sleepy after all.14 Apr 04:15 PM
TravelPapua New Guinea: Grisly clues to warring pastPeace reigns after inter-tribal war, writes Paul Rush.10 Apr 04:15 PM
TravelTahiti: Heady blend to intoxicate body and soulThe verdant, colourful and exotic island of Moorea works its magic on Paul Rush.07 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelFiji: Spoiled for choiceFiji has a resort to suit every budget. To make choosing easier, Jennifer Ennion looks at the pros and cons of three.30 Mar 03:15 PM
TravelNiue: Uga hunters, go throughAndrew Louis brings his island prize of whole cooked crab back through Customs.27 Mar 03:15 PM
TravelHawaii: Tribute to lost soulsThe memorial to lives lost in the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor is a moving and dramatic place to visit, writes Heather McCracken.25 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelVanuatu: A detour in paradiseNow that Cyclone Lusi has gone, the people of Vanuatu are more keen than ever to welcome tourists. Marty Silk finds a cheerful country.19 Mar 03:15 PM
