PoliticsWinston Peters accepts human-induced climate change after Opposition decries ‘embarrassing’ commentsLabour fears Peters' comments reflect badly on New Zealand at the Pacific Islands Forum.28 Aug 04:46 AM
Politics‘Don’t put him in detention’: PM Luxon banters with Pacific leaders, signs NZ-Tonga partnershipLuxon saved his best line for his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese.27 Aug 10:18 PM
PoliticsPacific Islands Forum: Foreign Minister invited to New Caledonia, officials to meet French ambassadorIt comes as communications to the island of Christopher Luxon's retreat improve.27 Aug 03:28 AM
PoliticsUN Secretary-General issues SOS over ‘devastating’ new sea level rise researchSurging seas are coming for us all, Antonio Guterres is warning the world.26 Aug 10:53 PM
New ZealandPM heads to Tonga and SH1 reopens after fatal crash | Focus Morning Bulletin August 27In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, SH1 reopens after fatal crash, Uber ruling benefits all drivers and PM heads to Tonga.Watch26 Aug 08:00 PM
PoliticsTongan earthquake downs communications on island of PM Luxon’s leaders' retreatThe 6.9-magnitude quake caused significant shaking that lasted for at least one minute.26 Aug 07:40 AM
PoliticsForeign Minister meets with New Caledonia president after taking aim at French ambassadorThe situation in New Caledonia is one of the primary issues at the forum.26 Aug 03:43 AM
PoliticsNZ-funded Tonga weather radar to provide early warningsNew Zealand spent $4 million in developing the facility.26 Aug 12:00 AM
PoliticsUnited Nations head says NZ Govt’s oil and gas licences ‘signing away our future’Winston Peters was NZ’s representative at the opening of the Pacific Islands Forum.25 Aug 10:51 PM
PoliticsTonga diary: Roasted pig, octopus and media redemption at the Pacific Islands ForumThe Foreign Minister rejoiced over how journalists might achieve some redemption.25 Aug 05:20 AM
PoliticsPacific forum head disappointed by failed New Caledonia mission but vows to try againForum secretary-general Baron Waqa said its failure was due to 'some misunderstanding'.25 Aug 03:18 AM
TalanoaGang and drug problems on the rise in Tonga as Pacific leaders gatherAustralia could face push-back from Pacific nations for its deportations policy.25 Aug 12:10 AM
PoliticsNZ’s oil and gas exploration doesn’t feature amid UN Secretary-General’s demands to polluting countriesLegislation enabling exploration is expected to enter Parliament by the end of the year.24 Aug 09:03 AM
TalanoaTongan-Kiwi cousins celebrate Tongan language week on YouTubeYoungsters team up with Tongan musician Soakai "Solar" Malamala for epic song drop.23 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsContentious New Caledonia mission delay to hang over PM's first Pacific leaders forumA leaders' retreat without officials will test Luxon's political nous.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandTongan classic: Pitu TaukaeCousins Niko, Elijah and Benji Tapueluelu have teamed up with Auckland-based Tongan-Kiwi singer Soakai "Solar" Malamala to bring their rendition of a Tongan classic: Pitu Taukae.Watch23 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsPM, Foreign Minister set priorities for Pacific Island ForumThe Foreign Minister leaves for Tonga tomorrow.23 Aug 02:23 AM
New Zealand'They took me in when all my family was killed': NZ aid workers share their storiesSeven Kiwi aid workers around the world describe why they do their job.18 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘The Big Fella’ Jonah Lomu documentary gets $800k fundingA documentary described as Jonah Lomu's legacy will focus on both the good and the bad.16 Aug 10:00 PM
PoliticsPeters discusses ‘paramount concern’ ahead of landmark Pacific tourPM Christopher Luxon and other Pacific leaders will hold talks at the end of the month.09 Aug 04:01 AM
Talanoa'I want people to know I'm a Tongan island girl representing the South Pacific'The 27-year-old artist is back with after taking a break from music.01 Aug 08:45 PM
KahuAn old sugar factory is providing the art sweetener in TaiwanTongan artist Tui Gillies is showing off her skills in a month-long residency.22 Jul 08:14 PM
New ZealandRock stars: How a Tongan family built a multi-million-dollar businessAll Stone & Rock are leaving a lasting impression around Auckland19 Jul 05:00 PM
Travel‘We saw an opportunity’: Air NZ adds extra Pacific seats in response to g-string debate'It’s time to escape to the beach and sunshine.'11 Jul 08:09 PM
Sport'A star is born': Roger Tuivasa-Sheck on 'freakish' 18-year-old Warriors debutantRTS joins The Big League Podcast to chat Leka Halasima's debut and switching to fullback.09 Jul 02:30 AM
EntertainmentNew stage show from Red, White and BrassRed, White and Brass cast on what to expect from the new stage play at Auckland’s ASB Waterfront Theatre. Video / Janelle EatonWatch18 Jun 10:54 PM
TalanoaParis Olympics 2024: Teenager due to represent Tonga dies in diving accidentJJ Rice, 18, was raised in Tonga and often spoke about his love for his island home.17 Jun 05:59 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentLoud, proud, colourful: The must-see stage celebration of rugby – and Tongan prideRed, White & Brass leaps from screen to stage. The cast explains what to expect.15 Jun 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumFootballSports Insider: Rugby’s Mexican stand-off creates a dramatic showdown'This is rugby pitched against rugby.'22 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandBusinessman jailed after smuggling six tonnes of tobacco, avoiding $10m tax billThousands of kilograms of loose tobacco was hidden among food items.12 Apr 03:38 AM
EntertainmentSpy: Red White and Brass to hit the stage with star John-Paul FoliakiFoliaka tells Spy about the “awesome Tongan talent” involved.12 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandTongan artist Tui Emma Gillies experiments with AI on tapa cloth artworkA Tongan artist is critiquing artificial intelligence while using the technology in her heritage art form of ngatu tapa.Watch09 Apr 11:53 PM
TalanoaTongan PM gives up defence portfolio for nobleTonga's PM had met with King Tupou VI earlier this month before the decision was made.25 Mar 09:35 PM
CrimeFrom hotshot Ferrari-driving property developer to prisonPolice caught him in two meth import schemes at Auckland Airport and Ports of Auckland.22 Mar 11:00 PM
