New Zealand Pacific
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 08:00:32 +1300Fiji military chief urges accountability to the people amid coup immunity debate
The Republic of Fiji Military Forces commander has taken a stand against keeping immunity provisions for past coup makers as Prime Minister Rabuka pushes constitutional change.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:15:00 +1300Solomon Islands government moves to end 'unstable coalitions, party defections'
Prime Minister Matthew Wale's GREAT coalition is preparing to undertake a major constitutional reform initiative, including introducing "anti-defection measures".
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:00:03 +1300Efeso Collins' widow reflects on first election without beloved South Auckland politician
Vasa Fia Collins says she will continue their tradition of making a family event out of going to vote so her children understand the importance of democracy.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:46:30 +1300CNMI votes for new leadership amid economic challenges
Polling stations opened at 7am local time, with counting expected after voting ends at 7pm (10pm NZDT).
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:35:21 +1300Wellington Region's second Pacific-led medical centre opens in Hutt Valley
A 27-year vision for a Pacific-led health centre in the Hutt Valley has become a reality.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:54:41 +1300RLWC 2026: Fans still reeling from titanic Pacific clash
Reactions to Sunday night's record-breaking Rugby League World Cup game have shone a light on the pride Pasifika have for their nations and culture.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 08:48:06 +1300US Air Force plans expanded training at Northern Marianas airports
The move has prompted calls for greater public consultation and scrutiny of potential environmental impacts.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 07:33:27 +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 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 14:49:03 +1300Fiji 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 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 +1300Micronesian 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 +1300Why 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 +1300New arrangement for rugby in Samoa
SASNOC now oversee the high-performance rugby programme in Samoa.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026 12:16:36 +1300Fijian 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.