Talanoa‘Cheehoo!’ - Samoans in Auckland celebrate as Toa Samoa take on KangaroosSouth Auckland's streets are set for a Samoan invasion this Saturday.18 Nov 07:01 AM
New Zealand'Fly your flags high': Toa Samoa fans urged to celebrate safely this weekendPolice increase presence on streets amid World Cup final excitement.18 Nov 01:42 AM
TalanoaWatch: Samoa fans take over Auckland streets after RLWC semifinal winSamoan fans are parading around Auckland streets this morning to mark the win.12 Nov 07:27 PM
TalanoaArtwork by Fatu Feu'u to feature on glasses to help preventable blindness in the PacificSamoan artist Fatu Feu'u teams up with Specsavers to help kick blindness in the Pacific.27 Oct 04:00 PM
TalanoaSamoan actor Fa'afiaula Sagote remembered for bringing depth to movie roleBeloved actor who appeared on the first Samoan language feature film has died.25 Oct 01:40 AM
TalanoaGrandson's search for answers leads to WWII Pacific coastwatchers recognisedPasifika coastwatchers are finally set to be officially recognised for their service.14 Oct 08:35 PM
TalanoaSamoa reviews overseas employer schemesLocal businesses that lose skilled manpower are facing difficulty finding local workers.11 Oct 12:11 AM
TalanoaAuckland Airport creates new lounge area for overnight transit passengers after shamblesAuckland Airport apologies to stranded passengers, new lounge to be set up from today.03 Oct 09:40 PM
TravelHeart of the Pacific: Why Samoa is the authentic island getawayScenic adventures, cultural sights or cocktails from a sun lounger - Samoa has it all24 Sep 10:45 PM
TalanoaSamoa drops all pre-travel Covid tests, announces full opening of bordersTravellers to Samoa no longer have to give proof of Covid RAT test results or vaccination.21 Sep 09:20 PM
TalanoaPasifika leaders represent region at Queen's funeral, young royal mistaken for island queenPacific royalty and leaders from around the region joined mourners at the Queen's funeral.20 Sep 02:58 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleExtract: 'My Husband is Sāmoan, so Talofa' - the erasive racial politics of Judith CollinsPatrick Thomsen analyses 'Erasive Racial Politics of Judith Collins' in an edited extract.16 Sep 05:00 PM
TalanoaGuard of honour and tea with the Samoan PM for Governor-GeneralDame Cindy Kiro's trip to celebrate Samoa's 60th Independence continues.05 Sep 08:46 PM
TalanoaGovernor-General in Samoa for independence celebrationsDame Cindy Kiro will meet the PM and attend several events.04 Sep 06:14 PM
New Zealand501 set to be deported to NZ over 'savage' NSW attack wins reprieveThe man only lived in New Zealand between the ages of 16 and 17.04 Sep 06:08 PM
TalanoaRiverdale star KJ Apa becomes a Samoan chief, vows to serve communityRiverdale star KJ Apa has a new title and responsibility as a Samoan chief.01 Sep 02:20 AM
TravelPacific aviation is struggling to take off after the pandemic – how can the 'blue continent' stay connected?Opening up is not as simple as flipping a switch.11 Aug 03:28 AM
TalanoaCommonwealth Games: 13 medals to Pacific nations, a historic first medal for NiueSix Pacific nations are heading home with medals after a successful Commonwealth Games.09 Aug 01:00 AM
TravelPassengers, crew celebrate Samoa return: most musical flight in the PacificTuesday's flight was an emotional one, reuniting Samoa with their international agia.02 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandPM in Samoa: Ardern and Kiwi delegation welcomed in styleVisit commemorates 60 years of friendship between the island nation and NZ.01 Aug 07:39 AM
New ZealandPM Jacinda Ardern touches down in Samoa with Kiwi delegationVisit commemorates 60 years of friendship between the island nation and NZ.01 Aug 02:52 AM
TalanoaPM Jacinda Ardern set to arrive in Samoa as borders reopenPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern is due to touch down in Samoa this afternoon.31 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelAll Blacks star Patrick Tuipulotu's top picks for a Samoan holidayWith borders opening next week, it's the perfect time to plan an island getaway30 Jul 05:56 PM
TalanoaEmotional reunions expected as Samoa's borders reopen next weekSamoa's borders officially open again next week - with the first flights from NZ full.28 Jul 09:15 PM
TalanoaTreaty of Friendship visit: PM Jacinda Ardern to travel to SamoaPM Jacinda Ardern will lead a delegation to Samoa early next week.28 Jul 01:00 AM
TalanoaOutgoing Miss Samoa NZ reflects on her historic reignMiss Samoa NZ Fonoifafo McFarland-Seumanu is passing on her crown after three years.26 Jul 11:30 PM
New ZealandDefence: 12-year-old was having consensual sexThe man allegedly abused two girls over a period of four years.22 Jul 06:59 AM
New ZealandSamoan deportee: 'They've got a picture of me ... but I've got out and I've stayed on track'A convicted man's last-ditch attempt to avoid deportation to Samoa has failed.08 Jul 06:24 AM
Talanoa'We cannot ignore it' - Samoan PM acknowledges influence of overseas SamoansSamoan PM Fiame Naomi Mata'afa says the Samoan diaspora cannot be ignored.23 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandSāmoa PM says 'no plans' with China over militarisationSāmoa Prime Minister's first official bilateral overseas trip since elected PM last year.14 Jun 04:59 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe 65-year-old Pacific leader with promiseOPINION: Samoa's PM is a curious mixture of novice and veteran.14 Jun 03:30 AM
New ZealandWatch live: Ardern and Sāmoa PM to discuss 'strategic' interest in the PacificClimate change will also be on the table.13 Jun 10:49 PM
New ZealandPolice identify person of interest in killing of Onehunga grandmotherPolice say person of interest 'not at large in the community'.09 Jun 04:27 AM
TalanoaCelebrating 30 years of Pasifika Festival - now Taste of PasifikaPasifika Festival celebrates its 30th birthday this year with a new look and name.03 Jun 05:00 PM