Talanoa'685s to the world': Samoan citizenship bill passes with unanimous support'A significant step for Pasifika justice here in Aotearoa and around the Pacific.'20 Nov 07:47 AM
TalanoaBring the beat back: Efforts to revive forgotten Pacific instruments in new docoSome instruments became so obscure only one person knew how to play them.16 Nov 04:00 PM
Talanoa'Very, very grateful': Former students offer to donate kidney to teacherA community leader and educator was stunned to see former students step forward.15 Nov 04:34 AM
Talanoa'A miracle from God': Survivor of triple-fatal SH1 truck crash marks 21st birthdayLapi Fanuasā hasn't been able to speak two months after Ramarama crash that killed brother26 Oct 04:00 PM
PoliticsSamoan community gathered at Parliament as Samoan Citizenship Bill passes second readingParliament has progressed a bill that, if eventually passed will restore the New Zealand citizen rights of thousands of Samoans. Video / Mark MitchellWatch24 Oct 02:06 AM
Talanoa'Hair is considered tapu for many cultures'Why a traditional Niuean custom remains important and relevant today.23 Oct 02:30 AM
New ZealandTipene Funerals: Woman charged with misconduct in respect of human remains and deceptionThe 48-year-old Auckland woman will appear in court this Friday.22 Oct 09:18 PM
TalanoaFire on HMNZS Manawanui broke out in engine room - Samoan officialsWork continues at the site today, as a tapu (ban) remains in place at Tafitoala Coast.10 Oct 09:02 PM
Talanoa'It was so rough': Rescuer tells of harrowing mission to save doomed Navy ship crewHe was among rescuers who braved choppy seas to help the Manawanui crew.09 Oct 04:00 PM
TalanoaSea life dying: Villagers, tourists start to feel impact of Manawanui sinkingLocals are stepping up to help clear as much rubbish from the ocean they depend on.08 Oct 12:23 AM
TalanoaStrong smell of oil reported after Manawanui sinkingSamoan authorities are looking at the environmental impacts of the sinking disaster.06 Oct 10:47 PM
Talanoa'I couldn't stop my tears': 2yo remembered as a ‘happy princess’ after fatal Māngere house fire"She was a happy princess."27 Sep 05:00 PM
Talanoa'Felt the truck slam into us': Samoan worker recalls fatal SH1 crashThe last thing Va'amailalo Sasi Neru remembers before he dozed off was his mates laughing.21 Sep 12:00 AM
TalanoaEmotional service held in memory of Samoan seasonal workers killed in crashThere were emotional scenes as Samoan hymns were sang and prayers said.29 Aug 03:17 AM
TalanoaPacific Music Awards: The top 5 artists to win big over the yearsSome of the Pacific's and NZ's most well-known artists will be celebrated big tonight.28 Aug 10:00 PM
TalanoaRSE workers killed in crash worked in Bay for three yearsTheir employer says they were genuine, loyal and caring men.28 Aug 06:12 AM
Talanoa'Unbelievable': Family identify father-of-six and two nephews as SH1 crash victims'One is bad enough, but three from the same family. We just cried and cried.'27 Aug 05:00 PM
Talanoa'It's indescribable, horrific': Police suspect truck tyre blowout, tearful survivor speaksAmong the three killed were two Samoan seasonal workers due to go home this week.27 Aug 12:31 AM
Talanoa'She couldn't hold her spoon': Rare symptom in 4-year-oldThe 4-year-old had not had a sore throat but she had rheumatic fever09 Aug 05:00 PM
TalanoaFrank Film: How Tusiata Avia becomes voice of NZ Pasifika'I was writing about race and justice – and why wouldn’t I be?'17 Jul 06:00 PM
TalanoaTributes flowing after popular First XV rugby coach diesThe 46yo was a staunch St Pat's old boy and was this year's head coach.09 Jul 01:00 AM
TalanoaDecades-long battle for Samoan citizenship echoes in ParliamentShe was just 5 months old when she attended her first march for justice for Samoans.06 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTalanoa'Nothing better': Top Waikato surgeon on his life-changing work in SamoaDr Askar Kukkady is still performing miracles, 20 years on.30 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandUniversity of Waikato Professor of Law writes New Zealand history - again"My family, particularly my late father, have always driven me throughout my law journey."20 Jun 11:20 PM
TalanoaDevil made her kill: Murder-accused author Sia Figiel appears in courtThe writer is charged with the murder of 78yo Dr Caroline Sinavaiana Gabbard.18 Jun 02:10 AM
TalanoaAuckland Uni staff faced death threats after segregation claimsAuckland University stands by its decision to support diversity on campus.17 Jun 05:00 PM
Talanoa'I hope there's space for more of our people at the table'It started with two friends from South Auckland who had an idea for a new podcast.11 Jun 06:15 AM
Talanoa'I aim to portray a paradise where people aren't judged on their gender or sexuality'Proud fa'afafine (transwoman) artist Yuki Kihara has an exhibition with a message.05 Jun 02:00 AM
TalanoaFinalists for inaugural NZ science journalism gongs announcedReporters Jamie Morton, Sasha Borissenko and Grace Tinetali-Fiavaai are among finalists.04 Jun 04:35 AM
TalanoaLast call for submissions to help support Samoan citizenship billSubmissions close tonight at 11.59pm.31 May 02:10 AM
TalanoaCelebrated Pacific author charged with murder of fellow writer in SamoaPreliminary findings showed the victim suffered multiple stab wounds.30 May 01:50 AM
Talanoa'He is the proudest little Samoan boy ever'Ask 3-year-old Samson Salima what his name is and he will answer in Samoan - Samasoni.28 May 05:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why I started learning the language of my Samoan forefathersNot understanding my mother tongue made me feel deprived and like I was missing out.26 May 05:00 PM
TalanoaSamoan Language Week: Try 'talofa lava' this weekGive "talofa lava" a go in honour of Samoan Language Week.25 May 10:25 PM