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“It’s just a word” - Niue’s Premier is now Prime Minister

Despite the public’s support for the title change, Dalton Tagelagi does not understand why there is strong opposition to the remaining two bills

'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 11 September

Health

Families encouraged to have ‘hard talanoa’ around suicide

Suicide Prevention Programme Manager in Waitematā Manu Fotu says people need support, not stigma, while new research says addressing wider social issues will help.

Khalia StrongWed, 11 Sep

NZ’s first Sāmoan restaurant to win big

Tala received ‘New Restaurant of the Year Award’ and two hats at the Cuisine Good Food Awards.

Sariah MagaoaMon, 09 Sep

Sports •

Fiji •

Tonga

Pacific Nations Cup: Fiji trounce Tonga to book semifinal spot

Despite a red card, the Flying Fijians held the ‘Ikale Tahi scoreless in the second half.

Christine RovoiSat, 07 Sep

Society

‘Our children are not skittles’: Community rallies for safer crossings

Auckland Transport's removal of raised crossings from the Weymouth (Clendon) roundabout upgrade has sparked an outcry from local representatives, urging the reinstatement of the original safety measures.

Mary AfemataSat, 07 Sep

Politics

New Māori monarch decision met with immediate approval

Kuiini Te Puhi Ariki Ngawai Hono i te Po Paki has been chosen to succeed Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII - a decision that has been warmly welcomed by many.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 05 Sep

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