New Zealand Pacific
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:03:14 +1300Drought declared in parts of Tonga as El NiƱo intensifies
The Tonga Meteorological Service has declared a drought across all major islands that make up the kingdom, including Tongatapu, Niuatoputapu, Ha'apai and 'Eua.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:19:41 +1300Pre-COP31: Pacific leaders air frustration over climate finance delays
Pacific Island leaders are expressing frustration over how long they have been discussing climate finance without seeing the results they want and need.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:22:17 +1300Fijian Teachers Association head's threat to 'roast' critics in earth ovens sparks political storm
Controversial, profanity-laden remarks made by the head of a Fiji teachers union while defending Indigenous chiefs have sparked a major political storm.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:10:47 +1300Northern Marianas lacks land to host new major US military base, governor says
The Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands governor says the territory does not have enough land to host a massive new American military base.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 09:55:28 +1300PNG Chiefs to press ahead with launch despite NZ Rugby court action
The Papua New Guinea Chiefs are standing by their name despite court action taken by New Zealand Rugby.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:36:48 +1300Drugs become major issue for Fiji football
The Fiji Football Association is taking a hard line on illicit substance use as more players test positive during national tournaments.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:34:25 +1300Immigration NZ catches up with overstayer who lived under alias for 38 years
But Lafaele Laoa, 60, has still not returned to Samoa after a three-month deadline to do so expired last week.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:36:15 +1300Tonga voters elect family members of MPs unseated over electoral offences
Tonga newest MPs were elected in two by-elections on Thursday, with voters opting to elect family members of two former Cabinet ministers who were unseated over electoral offences.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:36:48 +1300How strong of a trademark case do the Waikato Chiefs have against the PNG Chiefs?
New Zealand Rugby's trademark case over the Chiefs name may look strong on paper - but it's not straightforward, a lawyer has warned.
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:40:47 +1300Three Fiji police officers charged with alleged murder of fellow constable
The three men will be produced at the Suva Magistrates Court today, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and the Fiji Police have confirmed.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:27:57 +1300'They just want to be seen': The struggle facing PNG's small businesses
Small to medium-sized businesses in Papua New Guinea are calling for more support as confront numerous big challenges.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:09:32 +1300Pacific losses go far beyond money, climate champion tells regional symposium
Tonga's Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni said non-economic losses and damages from the climate crisis must be recognised in policy and finance.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:42:54 +1300NZ Rugby seeks High Court injunction to block PNG Chiefs name
The simmering trademark dispute between New Zealand Rugby and Papua New Guinea's incoming NRL franchise has erupted into a legal battle.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:09:48 +1300Rabuka plays down coalition tensions over Fiji referendum date
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is downplaying tensions within his coalition over his unilateral decision to announce the date for the country's first-ever referendum ahead of an upcoming election.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:19:12 +1300US designates prominent Fiji businessman for advancing 'China-based interests'
The United States has designated a prominent Chinese businessman in Fiji for "significant corruption" on behalf of China-based actors, but his lawyers say the "allegations are unsubstantiated".
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:54:19 +1300Pacific women's squads packed with NRL experience for Rugby League World Cup
Fiji, Papua New Guinea and Samoa have named experienced players in their squads for the women's competition at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup which kicks off next week.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:40:45 +1300PNG Barramundis chasing World Cup qualification
The Papua New Guinea national men's cricket team is eyeing a top-two finish at the 2026 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Challenge League Group A tournament Kenya.
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:01:31 +1300French Polynesia proposes independence process at UN
President Moetai Brotherson has addressed the UN committee on decolonisation.