The son of a man allegedly murdered by a US-based hitman is on the run after escaping police custody in Tonga.

A former Fiji chief prosecutor claims there was a racist, government-led conspiracy to get rid of him.

Three boating incidents have been reported in Papua New Guinea waters, resulting in several confirmed deaths and dozens still missing.

Two recent official trips by Solomon Islands' leaders leave no clues as to where their preference currently leans: China or the West.

Papua New Guinea and New Zealand have committed to deeper defence cooperation, particularly in the maritime domain.

The Fijian Drua Women will be aiming to secure their third Super Rugby Women's title when they host the defending champion NSW Waratahs in Ba.

There were mix results for the Pacific contingents of the first day of competition as the 2026 Commonwealth Games got underway in Glasgow, Scotland, early on Friday morning.

A former employee at Fiji's public prosecutions office fears for her life after making explosive allegations about corruption in the organisation which were leaked online.

Liuaki Kokohu VI, a 35-year-old New Zealand citizen of Tongan descent, who is considered a high-risk escapee due to his criminal history, remains on the run.

Vanuatu's government has condemned the country's customary leaders who have reportedly called for revoking the appointment of the first woman to lead the Melanesian Spearhead Group.

But despite challenges, Fijian seasonal workers in Aotearoa are largely performing well and receiving strong support from local employers, Fiji's RSE scheme liaison says.

Tonga Police are offering a reward of up to 5,000 Pa'anga (approx. NZ$3400) each for information leading to the capture of two escaped foreign remandees.

Israel's foreign minister says the Nauru embassy would be in Jerusalem.

Eleven Pacific Island nations will be represented at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games scheduled to officially open on Friday (New Zealand time).

As hopes fade for the rescue of any of the 27 people missing at sea after their two boats capsized, authorities plead with the public to take heed of weather warnings before going to sea.

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In a statement, the West Papua National Liberation Army said the three were executed in Yahukimo as traitors to Papua's independence movement.