New Zealand Pacific
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:36:12 +1300Drive to evict PNG settlement communities runs into problems
A campaign by PNG authorities to remove communities from informal settlements in Port Moresby may not solve the crime problem.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:18:26 +1300
Minerals and military: Incoming US ambassador spells out vision for NZ and Pacific
Billionaire businessman Jared Novelly is the Trump's nominee to be US Ambassador to New Zealand, Niue, the Cook Islands and Samoa.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:40:59 +1300
Alapati Pita Tavite sworn in as 12th Ulu o Tokelau
He was sworn in for his second term as the 12th Ulu o Tokelau (head of government) in Nukunonu on Monday.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:18:13 +1300
Fire knife warriors light up Auckland at Siva Afi Festiva
Flames licked the stage and smoke wafted above the Mangere arts centre as siva afi warriors spun, swung and threw traditional nifo oti - Samoan fire knives.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:22:46 +1300
Australia-backed $150m plan aims to support Pacific rugby development
Rugby Australia has confirmed a new funding agreement currently being discussed with Fiji, Samoa and Tonga will enable a new regional competition structure for both men's and women's rugby.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:28:29 +1300
How hot is too hot for football in the Pacific?
Medical experts are warning sporting organisations need to do more to manage the risks of heat illness in football, after recent tournaments in the Pacific were played in extreme conditions.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:28:24 +1300
New film on West Papua highlights 'ecocide'
Armed conflict is not the only frontline for West Papuans in their struggle against Indonesian rule, according to a new film.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:42:36 +1300
Rugby Sevens: Fiji and South Africa tied after Vancouver
The two teams have 86 points each, with the HSBC SVNS Series title do be decided in New York.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:31:52 +1300
US military opens environmental review for expanded Marianas training footprint
The proposal would allow military readiness activities to continue at sea and on Farallon de Medinilla, an uninhabited island north of Saipan used as a live-fire training range.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:05:32 +1300
Pacific news in brief for 9 March
A round-up of news from around the region, including Samoa's FAST Party gaining another two seats in Parliament.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:18:00 +1300
Watch: Vanuatu's Manaro Voui volcano spews ash
The Manaro Voui volcano is spewing ash and smoke as high as four kilometres above sea level.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:32:21 +1300
Five takeaways from Moana Pasifika's tough loss to Chiefs
It was another tough weekend for Moana Pasifika in round four of Super Rugby Pacific.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:24:29 +1300
Pasifika Sipoti in brief
A round-up of sports news from around the region, including a Women's Fifa World Cup qualifier result.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:34:34 +1300
Storm star Katoa returns to Tonga to support local village as he recovers from head injury
Melbourne Storm player 'Eliesa Katoa is holidaying in Tonga as he continues to recover from a head injury he suffered last year.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:03:13 +1300
Marshall Islands aims for EU export approval
Marshall Islands fisheries authorities and tuna processors are anxiously awaiting the results of a recent EU audit of the country's readiness to meet strict export requirements for fish products.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:33:12 +1300
Tuilaepa steps down from Lakapi Samoa
Lakapi Samoa president Namulauulu Sami Leota will serve as interim chairman.
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 08:50:02 +1300
Mocenacagi becomes Fiji's most experienced Sevens player as Vancouver semis loom
Veteran Sevuloni Mocenacagi became Fiji's most experienced sevens player, beating former captain Jerry Tuwai.