Travel newsBids lodged with Air Vanuatu liquidators to take over embattled carrierWill the airline's grounded planes get to fly again?18 Jul 05:00 AM
TalanoaWorld Bank throws lifeline to Pacific islandsAn exodus of Western banks prompts concern that China could fill the vacuum.14 Jul 10:36 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
All WhitesAll Whites claim Nations CupThe All Whites have overcome Vanuatu to win the Oceania Nations Cup for the sixth time.30 Jun 06:52 AM
All WhitesEarly goals seal Oceania Nations Cup semifinal spot for All WhitesDespite missing numerous frontliners, the All Whites still looked strong.18 Jun 06:04 AM
World6.4 earthquake strikes VanuatuThere were no tsunami warnings or immediate reports of damage.25 May 11:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We miss our families': Returning seasonal workers stranded for at least a monthWith the closure of Vanuatu Air, these men don't know when they will see their loved ones.16 May 01:03 AM
TalanoaMinisterial delegation to spend more time in Vanuatu ahead of final legThe Government has announced a total of $15.5m for climate change and policing in Vanuatu.15 May 03:50 AM
TravelWhat can you do if your airline goes bust?A recent spate of airline insolvencies has travellers asking what's covered.15 May 02:38 AM
TalanoaKiwi forced to cancel Vanuatu trip after four years of planningThe grounding of Air Vanuatu has created a ripple effect of disappointment for travellers.14 May 10:12 PM
New Zealand'Difficult situation': Seasonal workers stranded after airline groundingSeasonal workers are stuck now Air Vanuatu has grounded all flights.13 May 10:07 PM
Travel'Lolly scramble' Stranded Kiwis pay thousands for Vanuatu charter fares home94 lucky travellers they were able to fly home on a charter flight from Espiritu Santo.13 May 04:00 AM
AirlinesStranded Air Vanuatu passengers have few options but to await decisionsA Northland couple just want to go home but Kiwis have to fly via Australia or Fiji.10 May 05:57 AM
Travel newsHundreds of passengers stranded as Air Vanuatu liquidation confirmedPlagued by technical faults for months, the airline filed for insolvency on Monday.09 May 08:00 PM
TalanoaPacific Islands push for more uni students in AustraliaGoing to university in Australia could become simpler for Pacific Islanders.10 Feb 07:39 AM
New ZealandA $150,000 headache: Abandoned charity boat to be scrapped after ex-owner jailedWhat started as a dream to deliver aid by boat to Pacific islands came to a grim end.27 Jan 04:00 PM
TravelAll the hottest travel deals this weekEnjoy the heat around the world with trips to beaches and more.25 Jan 02:37 AM
TalanoaKiwi volunteers help assess damaged schools in Vanuatu after Cyclone LolaThree months after Tropical Cyclone Lola, dozens of schools remain uninhabitable.17 Jan 04:15 AM
New Zealand'If we can do it, then we should': Helping rebuild Vanuatu communitiesLocals use their building skills to make positive impact for families that had lost homes.09 Nov 07:00 PM
TalanoaInternational aid begins to land in Vanuatu post-cycloneThe government to distribute international supplies arriving in Port Vila.01 Nov 07:54 PM
TalanoaThree people killed in Vanuatu during devastating Tropical Cyclone LolaResidents in Vanuatu are picking up the pieces after Tropical Cyclone Lola.29 Oct 10:30 PM
TalanoaSchooling disrupted for thousands of students in VanuatuMore than 15,000 students affected after the destruction of classrooms by cyclone.27 Oct 11:30 PM
TalanoaVanuatu Prime Minister surveys cyclone damage from the airMore than 10,000 households have been affected by Cyclone Lola.26 Oct 09:29 PM
New ZealandTropical cyclone remnants set to strike NZ; freezing temperatures tippedTemperatures are forecast to plummet while thunderstorms, snow and hail could strike.26 Oct 06:49 PM
TalanoaAll clear given in Vanuatu, Lola downgraded to ex-tropical cycloneThe low-pressure system is currently sitting to the northeast of the capital Port Vila.25 Oct 10:14 PM
TalanoaUnknown destruction after Cyclone Lola lashes Vanuatu’s northern provincesReports are emerging of widespread damage in Vanuatu.25 Oct 07:23 AM
New ZealandVanuatu bracing for TC Lola: 'We're praying the cyclone will turn'A Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade spokesperson said officials are monitoring Lola.25 Oct 01:50 AM
New ZealandWhat is Tropical Cyclone Lola’s path? MetService keeps eye on storm over VanuatuNew Zealand's north may feel some of the winds generated by cyclone24 Oct 07:25 PM
TalanoaTropical Cyclone Lola strengthens to category 4The cyclone is expected to hit Vanuatu's second largest city, Luganville, at midday.23 Oct 07:35 PM
New ZealandWest best for long weekend weatherWhat can you expect from the weather this long weekend, New Zealand.21 Oct 01:39 AM
TravelVanuatu passengers stranded as country's sole Boeing 737 is grounded, againMechanical issues the mean national airline’s sole 737 has been grounded once more.25 Sep 01:30 AM
WorldSailors rescued off Australian coast after sharks attacked yachtThe three men were sailing their catamaran from Vanuatu.06 Sep 07:52 PM
TalanoaIndonesia responds after claim official attempted to bribe RNZ Pacific journalistAllegation relates to the recent Melanesian Spearhead Group leaders’ meeting in Vanuatu.05 Sep 05:02 AM
TalanoaVanuatu's parliament picks former PM for top jobSecret ballot of MPs picks Sato Kilman to fill top job for the fifth time.05 Sep 01:20 AM