New Zealand Pacific
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:57:22 +1300Watch: 'The world should see this', say Papua deforestation doco filmmakers
Filmmakers behind a new doco on deforestation devastation in Papua say the world should take note.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:31:34 +1300
Trump-aligned think tank proposes 'Pacific Charter', greater US involvement in the region
An American right-wing think tank is proposing a "Pacific Charter" that advocates for a greater United States presence in the region.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:28:32 +1300
Christopher Luxon to visit Samoa, Tonga to meet new PMs
The prime minister has announced he will visit Samoa and Tonga later this week, for what will be the government's first comprehensive engagements with two new leaders.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:45:38 +1300
NZ govt announces year-long trial of cheaper visas for Pacific travellers
Visitors from Pacific countries will pay lower fees to get a visa, but only temporarily.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:52:11 +1300
Watch: James Marape says PNG must 'raise consciousness' about violence against women
The Papua New Guinean PM has warned the country's lawmakers that they cannot chest-beat as leaders if they are abusing their wives at home.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:42:11 +1300
‘I had to turn my phone off’: Tana Umaga on All Blacks coaching speculation
The speculation surrounding his All Blacks appointment became so overwhelming, Fa'alogo Tana Umaga had to turn off his phone.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:42:11 +1300
Drua take Super Rugby Paciifc to Ba for Brumbies clash
The Fijian Drua will play their first game on their third home ground, the 4R Stadium in Ba, when they host the Brumbies on Saturday.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:22:12 +1300
Pacific news in brief for 12 March
A round-up of news from around the region, including US$160,000 in response to the minor eruption in Vanuatu.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:26:31 +1300
Standing ovation for Fonotī Pati Umaga's musical portrait
There were tears and cheers as the crowd stood, awarding a standing ovation to the cast of the 'Music Portrait of a Humble, Disabled Samoan'.
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:33:01 +1300
Pasifika Sipoti in brief
A round-up of sports news from around the region, including a review at the Fiji Rugby Union.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:31:00 +1300
Samoa government cracks down on illegal diving at Manawanui wreck
The Samoan government has ordered a 300-metre radius ban around the Royal New Zealand Navy vessel, saying it poses significant risks to divers, fisherman and small craft.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:15:07 +1300
Fiji National Rugby League in 'a mess', facing Friday deadline to save 2030 World Cup eligibility
A letter from the International Rugby League states the Fiji National Rugby League has failed to submit audit reports since 2023, putting its full membership status at risk.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:10:04 +1300
Pacific news in brief
A round-up of news from around the region, including a visit to Tuvalu from Taiwan's foreign minister.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:36:12 +1300
Drive 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.