New Zealand Pacific
Fri, 01 May 2026 18:19:15 +1200Who could be the next Prime Minister of Solomon Islands?
The court of appeal has ordered PM Jeremiah Manele to call parliament and face a leadership vote.
Fri, 01 May 2026 14:16:05 +1200Call for Papua New Guinea to establish a Ministry for Women
A women's rights advocate in PNG has called for the creation of a Ministry for Women, as the country struggles with gender issues.
Fri, 01 May 2026 13:28:57 +1200Pacific Business Brief: iComply collapse, PNG logging corruption allegations and Tuvalu's fuel reprieve
The Pacific Business Brief tracks the capital, trade and trends shaping the regional economy.
Fri, 01 May 2026 13:56:19 +1200Super Rugby: Canakaivata reaches 50 for Drua while Leota gets first start for Moana Pasifika
Super Rugby Pacific's round 12 matches will be special for both the Fijian Drua and Moana Pasifika.
Fri, 01 May 2026 10:47:42 +1200Samoan choreographers behind Michael Jackson biopic proud of Pacific roots
The lead choreographers for the new Michael Jackson biopic say it's an honour to represent the Pacific as the film smashes box office records worldwide.
Fri, 01 May 2026 10:51:29 +1200Tongan scholars reawaken ancient musical tradition
Reawakening the art and practice of the Tongan bamboo nose flute is part of an exhibition in Porirua.
Fri, 01 May 2026 10:44:34 +1200Appeal Court to decide if Solomon Islands PM must call parliament to face no-confidence vote
The Solomon Islands Court of Appeal is expected to release its decision Friday on whether the prime minister has to call parliament and face a vote of no confidence.
Fri, 01 May 2026 12:17:34 +1200Press freedom concerns raised after Fiji police seize journalist's phone over Facebook post
Fiji Police have come under fire for seizing a phone belonging to an investigative journalist after she made a social media post about alleged corruption within the force.
Fri, 01 May 2026 09:06:10 +1200PNG Barramundis ready for T20 World Cup qualifier in Japan
Papua New Guinea national men's cricket team coach is confident the side is ready and focused to compete at next week's ICC Men's T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific sub-regional qualifier.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:00:36 +1200Bougainville landowners warn companies at Panguna mine to stop work
Landowners at the Panguna mine in Bougainville have warned companies trying to redevelop the mine to stop and leave.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:58:19 +1200New Caledonia prepares for crucial provincial elections
New Caledonia's political landscape is already changing in preparation for the French Pacific territory's looming provincial elections, set to be held no later than 28 June.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:07:37 +1200NZ delivers post-cyclone relief to Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea
Governments of both countries requested help from New Zealand to address urgent humanitarian needs in affected communities.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:22:02 +1200Mental health support 'equally important' as physical aid after Sinlaku devastation in CNMI
As the Northern Marianas continues to recover physically from the devastation of Super Typhoon Sinlaku, mental health experts say psychological wellbeing also needs to be prioritised.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:25:29 +1200Pasifika have 'most to gain' from NZ government's growth agenda - Goldsmith
The New Zealand government's new Minister for Pacific Peoples says he was "surprised" to be handed the portfolio earlier this month but is committed to engaging with Pasifika communities directly.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:17:53 +1200Oceania and UEFA sign deal to boost football development in the region
Oceania Football Confederation president says the new agreement means opportunities for players, coaches, referees and administrators to learn, grow and gain international exposure.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:57:59 +1200Jarome Luai becomes first official signing for PNG Chiefs
Jarome Luai has become the first official signing for the PNG Chiefs ahead of joining the NRL in 2028, the club has confirmed.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:45:22 +1200Saipan woman jailed over multi-jurisdiction Bitcoin fraud
Sze Man Yu Inos, also known as "Yuki," was handed a 71-month sentence by the United States District Court for the Northern Mariana Islands.