New Zealand Pacific
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:32:35 +1200El Niño impacts on Pacific forecast to last well into 2027
The intensifying El Niño phase is forecast to bring exceptionally warm tropical Pacific Ocean conditions in coming months.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 06:30:38 +1200West Papuan group urges Jakarta to put words into action on UN visit
A leading West Papua pro-independence group has questioned Indonesia's assertion that a proposed visit by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to West Papua is on track.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:28:58 +1200How Facebook is shaping public debate on sorcery violence in PNG
A new study highlights the important role Faebook plays in influencing public debate around sorcery accusation-related violence in communities in Papua New Guinea.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:15:28 +1200Battle for the Oceania Netball World Cup spots begins in Tonga next week
Five Oceania nations will battle in Nuku'alofa next week for two remaining Netball World Cup spots, with hosts Tonga entering the qualifier as favourites alongside Samoa.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:22:15 +1200Warnings in place as Hurricane Lowell bears down on Hawai'i
A tropical storm warning has been issued for Oahu, as the category 3 hurricane bears down on the state.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:11:37 +1200Fiji spearheads push to 'make rugby league great again' in the Pacific
The Fiji National Rugby League is spearheading discussions for new regional tournaments aimed at creating playing opportunities for local players in the region.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:49:15 +1200Cook Islander crowned Miss Oceania for the second time at Miss World
Cook Islander Tiare Henry-Anguna has become the second woman from her country to win the Miss Oceania title.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:40:50 +1200Solomon Islands, US sign deal to restore Peace Corps programme
Solomon Islands and the United States have signed an agreement to resume the Peace Corps programme, ending a suspension that began during the ethnic tensions of the early 2000s.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:38:45 +1200No-confidence motion against Solomon Islands PM withdrawn
The motion of no confidence filed against the Prime Minister of Solomon Islands has been withdrawn.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:07:14 +1200'Ever evolving': PNG's unifying language celebrated in Tok Pisin Wik
Tok Pisin Wik is underway with a series of events around New Zealand celebrating PNG's national language.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:18:48 +1200West Papua activist calls on Pacific leaders to pressure Indonesia over UN visit
A West Papuan activist is calling on Pacific leaders to "stand up strong" and hold Indonesia to its commitment to allow a long-awaited UN human rights office visit.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:30:26 +1200Reimagining traditional gallery exhibition through a Pacific lens
In the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch, the Fibre Gallery is a hub committed to the visibility of Pacific artistry since it opened in 2022.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:38:45 +1200France commits more financial help to New Caledonia
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has announced more financial assistance for New Caledonia.
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:55:09 +1200'What's good for Māori is good for Tangata Moana': Pacific solidarity strong at Koroneihana
Pacific solidarity has been strong at Koroneihana as international guests converged on Tūrangawaewae marae.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:44:30 +1200UN human rights commissioner visit to West Papua on track, says Indonesia
Indonesia's government says the proposed visit of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to West Papua is on track.