New Zealand Pacific
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:45:41 +1300Papua New Guinea seeks help for citizens in Middle East, supports US-Israel attack on Iran
Papua New Guinea's government says it's concerned about its citizens in the Middle East amid widening conflict in the region, but supports the attack on Iran by Israel and the US.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:54:00 +1300
US Pacific forces raise alert level after attack on Iran
While officials stressed there is no specific threat to the region, base personnel and visitors can expect heightened random anti-terrorism measures.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:34:10 +1300
Why Fijian Drua became an 'economic engine' while Moana Pasifika fights to survive
Analysis: Two contrasting scenarios are now in play for the two Pasifika rugby franchises in the Super Rugby Pacific competition, writes liesa Tora.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:43:30 +1300
Fijian PM Rabuka's biggest election threat could come from within, academic says
A Fijian scholar at the Australian National University believes the Fijian government's coalition partners could pose the biggest threat in the next general election.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:22:50 +1300
More help needed for Pasifika youth seeking mental health support - experts
More help is needed for Pasifika youth seeking mental health support, the head of a foundation dedicated to Pacific mental health services in Aotearoa says.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:57:35 +1300
Solomon Islands academic warns Pacific economies at risk from US-Israel-Iran conflict
Dr Transform Aqorau says the conflict between the United States-Israel and Iran is "deeply alarming", warning the Pacific region does not need "more global instability".
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:03:42 +1300
Fiji grappling with flooding, schools in Western Division closed for second day
Nearly 100 roads are closed or restricted due to flooding or washouts. Police are concerned by sightings of children playing in flooded areas and jumping off bridges into swollen rivers.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:58:35 +1300
Naval officers charged over HMNZS Manawanui sinking 'unprecedented'
A retired law professor who's sat on military court panels believes the charges laid in relation to the sinking of the HMNZS Manawanui are unprecedented.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:35:23 +1300
Super Rugby Pacific: Five takeaways from Drua and Moana Pasifika's round three matches
Spirited fightbacks marked Moana Pasifika and the Fijian Drua's matches in round three of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific competition over the weekend.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:26:47 +1300
Palau's Baules rejects corruption allegations in US designation
Palau's Senate president has rejected allegations made in a recent designation from the United States.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:52:49 +1300
Fijian Flying Circus wows New Zealand crowd in debut tour
Backflipping their way across the stage, testing the limits of balance on stilts and tightrope, swinging from silks and their own hair, the Fijian Flying Circus left New Zealand crowds in awe.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:45:22 +1300
Naval officers face charges over sinking of HMNZS Manawanui
Charges have been laid in relation to the loss of Royal New Zealand Navy vessel HMNZS Manawanui, off the coast of Samoa in October 2024.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:32:11 +1300
Urmil no longer a cyclone, should avoid NZ
The remnants of former Tropical Cyclone Urmil are tracking to the east of Aotearoa.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:36:00 +1300
Bleak stats for Pasifika in child poverty and as victims of violent crime
Two new sets of data released this week paint a dire picture for New Zealand's Pacific communities.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 03:14:24 +1300
OFC Pro League: Auckland FC extend their top of the table lead
The New Zealanders downed Tahiti United in Melbourne to secure the three points
Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:48:56 +1300
'I don't want to travel anymore': Samoa government urged to reconsider airport fee hike
The Samoan government is being urged to reconsider its airport fee hike.