New ZealandSamoan church in Hastings fighting to get congregation fit"We need control and we need discipline - to eat to live and not live to eat."06 Sep 02:16 AM
TalanoaNiuean knight, soul singer and community leaders accept Queen's Birthday HonoursSome of the Pacific region's most dedicated people have been honoured for their work.02 Sep 02:00 AM
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
New ZealandBody found in search for missing Auckland grandmotherPolice extend condolences to woman's family and friends at this distressing time.24 Aug 03:18 AM
New Zealand'Just enjoying our night': Three friends describe sudden, unprovoked attack as pal beaten to deathProsecutors say Nigel Fuatimu was already unconscious when he was bashed with a brick.18 Aug 06:16 PM
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
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
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
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
TalanoaSamoan funeral director Ese Tatupu shares about life and deathHow a Samoan boy's curiosity with death turned into a life-long career.13 Jul 05:00 PM
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
TalanoaNZ Paddle Blacks captain Matthew Fiso on a mission to get to world champsMatthew Fiso is on a mission to represent NZ and Samoa at the Canoe Polo World Champs.17 Jun 04:00 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
TalanoaFashion showcase launches revamped Pasifika FestivalPacific and Māori fashion will be displayed in tonight's Pasifika Showcase at The Cloud.03 Jun 02:45 AM
TalanoaYoung Samoans encouraged to speak and learn gagana SamoaSamoan Language Week is encouraging people to speak the language more or learn.02 Jun 11:00 PM
TalanoaSamoan friendship agreement celebrated with siva and peseHastings Council celebrated NZ Samoan Language week with the district's Samoan community.02 Jun 10:14 PM
TalanoaFamily of renowned Samoan warrior Lauaki Namulauulu Mamoe celebratesSamoa celebrates its 60th Independence Day today.31 May 05:00 PM
Talanoa'I thought I was fluent...but it did not match the fluency here in Samoa'Upolu Pouono grew up as a Westie but decided in her 30s to move her life to Samoa.29 May 05:00 PM
TalanoaSamoa to reopen international borders in August - PM Fiame Naomi Mata'afaThe news has brought excitement to Samoans living overseas.03 May 12:01 AM
New ZealandCovid shrank my big Samoan wedding - but I still had 10 bridesmaidsPlanning a Samoan wedding is hard enough. Then add a pandemic into the mix.23 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElisabeth EastherMatthias Luafutu: 'Acting was escapism'Award-winning actor Matthias Luafutu gets candid about challenges and healing.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Frightening': Auckland high school student shares his experience catching Covid-19Tali Meavale says delay moving him to quarantine caused his elderly mum to get virus.21 Oct 05:00 AM
New Zealand'It came from our cluster': Wife of man who died from Covid also battling virus in hospitalA man who died from Covid served as a deacon at his church for about 10 years.07 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Vaccination rallies set up to get more Pasifika vaccinatedDedicated vaccination rallies are being set up to get more Pacific people vaccinated.23 Sep 02:28 AM
New ZealandUsing the right language in Covid communicationSamoan translator promotes better Covid communication in his community.07 Sep 01:11 AM
New ZealandChurch cluster: 'It hasn't discriminated. A lot of our elders are affected'More than 100 people who were at a church in Māngere have tested positive for Covid.25 Aug 03:16 AM
New ZealandSamoan church cluster: 58 cases linked to Sunday service attended by 500 peopleJust over 500 people attended the church service on August 15.24 Aug 02:33 AM
New ZealandA cluster within an outbreak: Church service a priority for contact tracersMāngere church service last Sunday now a location of interest.22 Aug 06:29 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElisabeth EastherAnapela Polata'ivao: 'I want to tell stories about the human condition'Anapela Polataivao is an actor, writer, director with numerous awards under her belt.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandImpact of the Dawn Raids in the Wellington RegionWellington's Pasifika community has reflected on the impact of the Dawn Raids.02 Aug 02:22 AM
New ZealandDawn Raids: 'All is forgiven' - Sāmoan woman shares emotional experienceGuinevere Eves-Newport, 88, was the first Pacific Island community worker in New Zealand.01 Aug 05:00 PM
SportManu Samoa rugby players defend pitch invader from security guard'I understand the security guard is just doing his job.'19 Jul 09:26 PM
