New Zealand Pacific
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:01:16 +1300Watch: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo aims to 'future proof' atoll nation
Tuvalu is seeking a new treaty with New Zealand.
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:45:08 +1300
New Caledonia’s domestic airline files for bankruptcy
New Caledonia's domestic airline Air Calédonie filed for bankruptcy on Friday.
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 14:00:44 +1300
Fiji's former President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau passes away
Ratu Epeli, a chief and former Fiji Military commander, who served as president from 2009 to 2015, passed away at the Suva Private Hospital on Thursday.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:06:48 +1300
Samoa prime minister acquitted in high-profile conspiracy case
The charges against Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt included conspiring to pervert the course of justice and fabricating evidence.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:19:27 +1300
Rift widens within French Polynesia's ruling party following municipal election losses
French Polynesia's President Moetai Brotherson and a younger generation of moderates clash with pro-independence "old guard" following significant losses in recent municipal elections.
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 08:30:51 +1300
Super Rugby Pacific: Handling errors let Drua down in Eden Park defeat
With a slim 15-14 early in the second half of the clash, Drua watched as their chances slipped away from their control.
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:18:54 +1300
Highlanders deny Moana Pasifika win in Albany
It was another disappointing night for Moana Pasifika at their home ground in Albany on Friday night, losing 39-19 to the Highlanders in their Super Rugby Pacific competition round seven game.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:50:44 +1300
NZ police open 'Kiwi Whare' as base for work in Vanuatu
New Zealand Police open a new shared workspace in Vanuatu's capital to strengthen cooperation with local counterparts.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:55:30 +1300
Solomon Islands opposition files court challenge to force Manele to convene parliament
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has been under pressure to convene parliament following a mass defection of ministers from his government over a week ago.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:40:07 +1300
Fuel costs surge and airline cuts weigh on Northern Marianas air travel
Mounting global fuel costs and airline cutbacks are threatening to stall the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands' (CNMI)already fragile air service recovery.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:37:04 +1300
Fijian Drua aim to end away drought against Blues in Vidiri Trophy clash
Fijian Drua skipper says his team is aware of its winless track record while on the road, but the side is hoping to change that in the inaugural Vidiri Trophy clash against the Blues.
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:53:42 +1300
New Zealand pledges $20 million to Tuvalu, leaders agree to an eventual treaty
Feleti Teo met his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon in Auckland on Thursday, where the two leaders signed an updated partnership agreement.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:36:59 +1300
Samoa lacks safeguards against enforced disappearances, UN says
A United Nations committee has found that Samoa lacks systems for responding to the enforced disappearance of people.
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:34:28 +1300
New Caledonia face Jamaica in crucial FIFA World Cup play-off clash
The French territory, representing the Oceania region, is chasing a spot at football's pinnacle event scheduled to take place in June/July.
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:01:24 +1300
Pacific news in brief for 26 March
A round-up of news from around the region, including a Vanuatu-New Zealand police partnership to help strengthen policing in the country.
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:44:37 +1300
Fiji's human rights watchdog raises concerns over new Israeli embassy plans
The Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination the country's pro-Israel foreign policy and diplomatic engagement works against its international obligations.
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:31:54 +1300
'He will never be replaced': Tributes flow for 'fearless' Vanuatu journalist Dan McGarry
Dan McGarry is being remembered as a champion of truth in Pacific journalism.