SportsPacific university lecturer champions Pacific excellence on and off the matBalancing award-winning health research with world-class martial arts, Dr Jean M Uasike Allen continues to expand what community representation looks like.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 27 Oct
Language & Culture • TokelauSongs, faith and family: The roots of Tokelauan identity in AotearoaAs communities across Aotearoa celebrate Tokelau Language Week, one family's story highlights the traditions connecting generations across the Pacific.PMN NewsTue, 27 Oct
EntertainmentUceGang and Regz go on supernatural adventures with ‘Pacific Dark’ podcastTwo of Aotearoa’s favourite content creators dive into eerie tales, local hauntings, and Moana myths in a new weekly comedy series.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 27 Oct
Sports • Tonga‘He gives us genuine flexibility’: Fainga’anuku returns to All BlacksThe Tongan utility earns an All Blacks recall, with his versatility offering the squad flexibility ahead of their upcoming matches.Latonya LoleTue, 27 Oct
Politics‘Cruel and dangerous’: Move-on orders now enforceable, 11 days from electionParties split on repeal as police start enforcing the law; youth advocate says street whānau need support and care, not handcuffs.Thomas Tarurongo WynneTue, 27 Oct
Election • SāmoaSāmoa treaty dispute with Luxon 'blown up' by media, says community leaderSāmoan visa campaigner Anae Arthur Anae believes misreporting may have fuelled a dispute over Samoa's rejection of pre-election treaty talks, which NZ Prime Minister Luxon denies proposing.PMN NewsTue, 27 Oct
Pacific Region • FijiPacific diplomats strengthen ties through New Zealand trainingClimate negotiations, regional security and international law are among the key areas of focus in the three-week programme. PMN NewsMon, 26 Oct
Pacific RegionHigh airfares, finance struggles and extreme weather threaten Pacific tourism growthDespite nearly half of operators reporting increased revenue, a new regional survey reveals growing uncertainty about the industry's future.PMN NewsMon, 26 Oct
Sports • Cook Islands ‘It kind of breaks my heart’: Kiwis run riot after Cook Islands’ brave startBoth the Cook Islands and Kiwis came into their Christchurch encounter off Round One losses, but it was the home side who bounced back in epic fashion. Latonya LoleSun, 25 Oct
OpinionThe church gives children a voice. What can democracy learn? As voter enrolment for the 2026 general election closes, Pacific church traditions offer a different perspective on political participation.Samson SamasoniSun, 25 Oct
