New Zealand Pacific
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 16:23:54 +1300NZ minister opens Tongan detector dog facility to help fight illegal drug trade in Pacific
New Zealand has helped establish a new detector dog facility in Tonga, to curb the illegal drug trade around the Pacific.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:49:03 +1300
Fiji PM Rabuka delays vote on Constitution Bill after mounting pressure
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has given in to public pressure and made a complete U-turn from his position on tabling the controversial Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026 this week.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 16:51:59 +1300
'Our people don't want handouts': Pasifika voters want action on bread-and-butter issues
Pasifika people in Aotearoa are saying this election is about the basics - getting kai on the table, petrol in the car, and access to affordable health services.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:51:08 +1300
'If not alive... repatriate my body': Family fears for Sri Lankan woman stranded in Cook Islands
The family of a Sri Lankan woman who has been stuck in the Cook Islands for three years because Australia and New Zealand refuses to let her transit warns her "mental state is not good".
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:30:52 +1300
'God's government': Samoan PM La'auli makes position clear on Israel
Prime Minister La'auli joined a pro-Israel parade in Apia over the weekend, where he broke down in tears, linking his support for Israel to his Christian faith.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 06:30:02 +1300
Micronesian leaders urge people-first approach to US-China rivalry
Pacific scholars and security experts are warning that growing military competition between the United States and China must not come at the expense of the people.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:58:04 +1300
Why Tonga and Samoa can be the State of Origin of the new century
Analysis - It's not often you can feel when history is happening right around you but that is what happens when Samoa meets Tonga.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 06:34:35 +1300
New arrangement for rugby in Samoa
SASNOC now oversee the high-performance rugby programme in Samoa.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:16:36 +1300
Fijian PM Rabuka under pressure ahead of crucial vote on constitutional reform
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka's coalition government is falling apart ahead of the crucial third reading of a major bill to change the country's 2013 Constitution.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 06:48:54 +1300
Fonua-Blake scores winner as Tonga beats Samoa
Samoa scored four tries to Tonga's three but the difference was Tonga's Isaiya Katoa, who kicked all conversions and a penalty to seal the deal.
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:52:21 +1300
Fiji Bulikula into World Cup semis with win over France
There were mixed results for Fiji's rugby league teams in Saturday afternoon's third round of matches of the Rugby League World Cup.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:15:21 +1300
RECAP: Rugby League World Cup: Australia v Cook Islands
Australia proved too good for the Cook Islands, winning 66-6, in a torrid tustle.
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:40:19 +1300
Fetu Samoa beat England to seal historic World Cup semi-final spot
Fetu Samoa has made history, reaching its first Rugby League World Cup semi-final by beating England.
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:17:01 +1300
South Auckland teacher uses rugby league stars to inspire Pacific kids to read
With the 2026 Rugby League World Cup in full swing, a South Auckland teacher is highlighting some of the tournament's biggest stars to encourage Pacific kids to read.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026 20:47:42 +1300
LIVE: Rugby League World Cup: Tonga v Samoa
All the action as Tonga and Samoa face off in a blockbuster match to decide their pool at the Rugby League World Cup.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026 19:27:37 +1300
Pacific pride takes centre stage as Tonga and Samoa face off
Tonga and Samoa flags are flying and families are coming together as fans gear up for the eagerly awaited Rugby League World Cup showdown.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026 19:27:37 +1300
Police warn league fans after Tauranga convoys
New Zealand police are urging rugby league fans to consider others, and their own safety, when showing support for their teams.