
Talanoa - Voices of the Pacific

How a young widow's blog became a beacon of hope for others
Aucklander Lata Visinia shares her journey after losing her husband James, 33, to cancer.

‘Devastated’ family of Samoan fashion designer shot dead at US protest seek justice
His eldest brother said they were struggling to comprehend their sudden loss.
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Baby’s death at Auckland daycare sparks call for tighter sleep regulations
The baby was checked every 10 minutes but it wasn't enough and he was found unresponsive.

How organised crime in the Pacific poses risks for New Zealand
Samoa intercepted 10kg of meth early this year, its largest known smuggling operation.

Tonga princess calls for legal rights for whales
A global campaign is asking governments to give whales legal personhood.

Samoa PM calls for early election after Budget defeat in Parliament
Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata'afa announced she will seek a dissolution of Parliament.

'My heart is broken': Family mourn 'hero' surgeon at public memorial
Dr Parma Nand rose from 'extreme poverty' to become a top surgeon.

'Scared to death': Former Auck teacher running Cook Islands tour accused of risking lives
A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a tour operator.

'Pain beyond anything': Parents' grief after 12-year-old son dies of dengue fever
Misiafa Lene, 12, was medically evacuated to Auckland where he died of dengue fever.

‘My life has purpose’: Inside New Zealand’s biggest rehab service
The foundation supports 80 homes and helps 1500 people reintegrate annually.

'Stabbed so ruthlesslessly in back': Judge blasts ex-funeral director, sentenced to jail
The former employee and star of The Casketeers was found out by chance.