New Zealand Pacific
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:34:56 +1200Man linked to gang activity dies after Fiji military detention, local media report
The Fiji Police Force spokesperson Ana Naisoro says an investigation into the incident is underway.
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:03:31 +1200
Super Typhoon Sinlaku leaves a trail of destruction across Northern Marianas
First person - It will be be a long recovery and we need a lot of help.
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:57:47 +1200
Marshall Islands government shuts down at 3pm amid fuel crisis
Most government offices in the Marshall Islands began enforcing a new policy this week of closing by 3pm daily as a way to conserve fuel given uncertainties of fuel supply globally.
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:07:29 +1200
Pacific news in breif for 17 April
A round-up of news from around the region, including a church minister in Samoa convicted for raping a teenage parishioner.
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:51:47 +1200
Super Rugby Pacific: Defining weekend for Moana Pasifika and Fijian Drua
Moana Pasifika and the Fijian Drua both face tough tests again this weekend in round 10 of the Super Rugby Pacific competition.
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:34:06 +1200
'Consistent in winning': Fiji target Hong Kong Sevens glory
Fiji men's sevens rugby team head coach says being consistent at this weekend's annual Hong Kong Sevens tournament will mean winning the title that has evaded the team since 2019.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:28:34 +1200
Shelter-in-place remains for Northern Mariana Islands residents as Sinlaku departs
Commonwealth Healthcare Coorporation's Lee Tenorio on Saipan told RNZ Pacific on Thursday that there is widspread power outgage on the island.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:59:05 +1200
Deadly landslide claims 10 lives in PNG's East New Britain, local media report
Local media are reporting that the incident happened on Sunday in the Gazelle Baining local level government area following intense rainfall and severe weather conditions by Cyclone Maila.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:39:27 +1200
Solomons Governor-General refuses to call parliament amid Court of Appeal hearing
Sir David Tiva Kapu is refusing to summon parliament as an appeal further delays a new coalition's efforts to remove the country's Prime Minister.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:03:22 +1200
Tuvalu fuel supply 'not assured' beyond June
A state of emergency has been declared on Funafati Island for two weeks in light of risks to the fuel and electricity supply.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:35:34 +1200
Watch: Fijian Drua head coach reacts to Moana Pasifika's demise
Fijian Drua head coach says the announcement by Moana Pasifika that the franchise will disband at the end of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season is "devastating".
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:28:06 +1200
Court initiates judicial process for Air Calédonie
Air Calédonie, New Caledonia's domestic ariline, filed its case for bankruptcy at the end of March.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:04:26 +1200
Football Ferns survive close call for World Cup
A 1-0 win over Papua New Guinea in the Oceania Qualifier Final on Wednesday night means New Zealand will participate in their sixth consecutive - and seventh in total - Fifa Women's World Cup in 2027.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:24:36 +1200
Typhoon Sinlaku weakening but still lashing Guam and Northern Marianas
Guam still at highest alert level as Typhoon Sinlaku tracks away from CNMI.
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:04:26 +1200
Moana Pasifika 'no longer viable' beyond 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season
The club officially announced its "difficult and heartbreaking decision to disband" at the end of the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:51:05 +1200
Solomon Islands PM challenges court order to face no-confidence vote within days
The Solomon Islands' Attorney-General is challenging a ruling by the Chief Justice in favour of a new coalition of political parties seeking to oust the Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele.