New ZealandTongan family win temporary immigration reprieve after tsunamiTheir home was flattened by a tsunami after the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Haʻapai volcano erupted.09 Jul 07:33 PM
Super RugbyMoana Pasifika’s owners 'strongly reject' misuse of public funding claims amid probeAn independent review will look at 'serious' allegations of misusing taxpayer funds. 28 Jun 04:55 AM
World'It will not be paid': Tonga stands firm against US$1m ransomAustralian cyber experts are helping Tonga investigate the breach.27 Jun 03:15 AM
PremiumPremiumRugby'More than a game': What the future holds for Moana PasifikaMoana Pasifika face a $7m income shortfall for the 2026 season.26 Jun 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumHealthcareMoana Pasifika's future in doubt as key funding contracts endRugby in the red: Moana Pasifika's revenue, loans and losses cast dark cloud over future.25 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow organised crime in the Pacific poses risks for New ZealandSamoa intercepted 10kg of meth early this year, its largest known smuggling operation.14 Jun 05:15 AM
BusinessLender accused of preying on 'vulnerable' members of NZ Tongan communityThe woman is accused of charging weekly 15% interest, $10 a day late fees. 12 Jun 04:08 AM
TalanoaTonga princess calls for legal rights for whalesA global campaign is asking governments to give whales legal personhood.09 Jun 10:20 PM
PremiumPremiumSuper RugbyMoana Pasifika set to lose another star as Chiefs eye top talentMoana Pasifika are set to lose another player to a New Zealand franchise.20 May 06:00 AM
WorldDeep tremor: 6.4 magnitude quake hits Tonga in seismic Ring of FireA magnitude 6.4 earthquake hit Tonga's east coast on Wednesday.14 May 06:28 AM
Talanoa'We're just doing our best': Cultural backlash hits Auckland kava businessAccusations made that new kava business 'dilutes cultural authenticity'.12 May 04:04 AM
Talanoa'Let's get Kavafied': Kiwi artist joins chorus of support for Pacific drinkWe explore how the modern embrace of kava sits alongside its traditional use.10 May 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Most open election': Religious expert predicts close but swift conclaveThe 133 cardinals will debate issues such as divorce, clergy abuse, and LGBTQ+ topics.08 May 05:41 AM
TalanoaTonga dengue outbreak: Two deaths as cases rise to 588Tonga’s Health Minister confirmed two dengue deaths, including a 7-month-old.30 Apr 03:33 AM
Talanoa'The pain is beyond anything': Family mourn son lost to dengue feverMisiafa Lene, 12, died after contracting dengue fever in Samoa this month.28 Apr 06:27 AM
WorldWatch: People flee as Tonga hit by 7.0 earthquake, tsunami warnings liftedAn earthquake hit 79km south-southeast of Pangai overnight.30 Mar 04:27 PM
New Zealand‘I am dependent on her’: Man says deportation of his wife will kill himPiliki Talanoa, 65, is in poor health and relies on his wife to do even basic tasks.15 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandImmigration data reveals which countries are on the riseAlmost 40,000 people became citizens last year, a 67% increase in Pacific Islanders.11 Mar 06:53 PM
New Zealand‘Stitching together our communities’: Auckland’s Pasifika Festival in full swingEvent returns to Western Springs Park to celebrate the best of Pacific culture. 08 Mar 05:01 AM
New ZealandAuckland family say they ‘can’t survive’ proposed deportation to TongaTina Veaila told the Herald her family 'can’t survive in Tonga'.06 Mar 07:42 AM
TalanoaMiss Pacific Islands pageant turmoil: Judges held, vote-rigging claimsOnline threats escalated tensions, undermining the event's unity message.13 Feb 07:15 PM
TalanoaIntroducing NZ’s first kava vending machineAotearoa’s first kava vending machine has opened. Here is where to find it.20 Jan 06:01 AM
TalanoaRotarians' funding boost for Tonga hospitalA surgical theatre upgrade is 'sorely needed' at Vaiola Hospital in Nuku'alofa.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Selfless leader': 16yo aspiring league star killed in crash driving to tournamentLil-Bouvalu Lyden had won a contract to play club rugby league and study in Australia.01 Dec 10:44 PM
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
New ZealandThousands gathered in Ōtāhuhu last night to celebrate Tonga reaching the Pacific World CupThousands of people gathered in Ōtāhuhu last night to celebrate Tonga reaching the Pacific World Cup finals. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Nov 03:03 AM
New ZealandPolice monitor Tongan supporters' festivities in ŌtāhuhuLarge Police presence in the South Auckland suburb after Tonga league fans took to the streets to mark the game against Australia. Video / NZ HeraldWatch10 Nov 06:15 PM
LeagueTonga fightback falls short as Kangaroos claim trophyThe Kangaroos have beaten Tonga in the Pacific Championships final.10 Nov 07:10 AM
New Zealand'Walking wounded': Bus crash victims arrive for work, with support'Obviously we will be treading very carefully in that space.'03 Nov 09:35 PM
New ZealandMan found with firearm, meth among several charged following Tonga's win over KiwisWild celebrations followed Tonga's narrow victory over the Kiwis.03 Nov 03:47 AM
New ZealandHow gigantic eruption's rare 'booms' are informing NZ's disaster planningKiwis' reports of 'booms' in the 2022 eruption offer scientists useful insights.02 Nov 11:49 PM
New ZealandWatch: Tongan fans celebrate victory over Kiwis in ŌtāhuhuWild celebrations followed Tonga's narrow victory over the Kiwis.02 Nov 11:22 PM
New ZealandThousands of Tongan supporters lined the streets of Ōtāhuhu.Thousands of Tongan supporters lined the streets of Ōtāhuhu tonight to celebrate their team's narrow one-point victory over the Kiwis at Go Media Stadium.Watch02 Nov 04:15 PM
LeagueKiwis spurn late chances as Tonga earn famous winWhile this will be a shock to New Zealand league, it was a deserved victory for Tonga.02 Nov 09:20 AM
