New Zealand Pacific
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:33:22 +1300Former England international Hughes to debut for Fiji in France test
Former England international Nathan Hughes will make his return to international rugby in Fiji's test against France
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 15:48:03 +1300First Tongan-American elected to a state senate calls for new leadership in US politics
Utah’s first state senator of Tongan descent says there is clearly a desire for younger, fresher leadership in United States politics.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 14:14:27 +1300'Be proud of what you're bringing': Council supplier network opens doors for Pasifika businesses
An Auckland Council supplier network is opening doors for Pasifika businesses
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 13:06:17 +1300Pacific warns of debt pressure as Commonwealth looks to strengthen climate finance
The Commonwealth has committed to strengthening climate finance, as Pacific Islands call for urgent action at CHOGM
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 13:07:15 +1300Fiji MP says 'either way' constitution vote will see her lose her job
A Fijian Cabinet Minister says no matter how she votes on the government's constitutional amendments, she'll almost certainly lose her job.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 13:06:17 +1300Most thrilled by Tongan's 'little performance' during NYC marathon - but some called obstruction
Kiwi-born Tongan Elvis Lopeti went viral for his dance performance 14 kilometres into the New York City marathon.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:53:07 +1300To support or not support: the Pacific's position on Israel
The decision to support or not support Israel is splitting the opinions of Pasifika leaders in Aotearoa.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:28:32 +1300Fiji PM Rabuka downplays El Niño impact: 'Are people dying? No. We can manage'
The Fijian prime minister has brushed off the severity of the impact of the El Niño weather conditions that are causing widespread drought across the country.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 07:53:41 +1300Former All Blacks in Pacific rugby teams for Nations Cup
Samoa and Tonga are preparing for Nations Cup clashes this weekend against Zimbabwe and Romania, respectively.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 07:36:18 +1300NZ Navy supports Cooks' illegal fishing fight
Four NZ Navy personnel joined the crew aboard the Te Kukupa II last month as it covered more than 30 million square kilometres.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:49:29 +1300Tonga-Samoa rivalry offers opportunity for annual Pacific rugby league series
Tonga's 20-18 win over Samoa at the Rugby League World Cup has renewed discussion about the possibility of an annual series between the Pacific rivals.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:28:32 +1300Samoa government urged at UN to address declining media freedom
Media restrictions in Samoa have been criticised by 10 countries at the United Nations.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 07:33:08 +1300Parliamentary committee puts ratification of Fiji-Australia security treaty on hold
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he is "very disappointed" and would pursue "another route" to get the Vuvale Union and Ocean of Peace Alliance bilateral agreements ratified.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:08:38 +1300Employment Court decision closes loophole exploited by migrant worker recruiters
An Employment Court ruling has established that migrant workers can legally challenge unlawful recruitment fees paid overseas to secure jobs in New Zealand.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:38:42 +1300Timor-Leste musicians bring stories of survival and identity to life
Timorese artists have captured their history, language and culture in three new albums and a single released through the Wantok Musik Foundation.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:35:43 +1300All-Oceania semifinals at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup
For the first time ever in the history of rugby league, the final four in both the men and women's competition are being contested by all teams from the Oceania region.