EnvironmentState of emergency declared as huge swells force Wellington coast evacuations - MayorResidents along parts of Wellington’s southern and eastern coastline are being urged to leave their homes ahead of forecast waves of up to nine metres, with officials warning of risks to life and property.Christine RovoiMon, 08 Jun
Law & Order • Sāmoa • AustraliaShots fired at wrong venue ahead of funeral for slain Sydney gang figure Lorenzo LemaluA gunman opened fire on a venue mistakenly linked to the funeral of slain Sāmoan gangster Lorenzo Lemalu, less than a day before mourners gathered under heavy police presence to farewell him.PMN NewsMon, 08 Jun
Politics • JapanJapan Prime Minister's supermajority could reshape security for the Pacific, experts saySanae Takaichi's historic landslide win last weekend gives government the power to double defence spending, revise the constitution, and take a tougher line on China with major implications for the Pacific.Christine RovoiTue, 10 Feb
SportsNZ's Pacific talent takes centre stage at 'biggest' youth cricket festivalYoung Pasifika, Māori, and South Asian cricket stars come together this week as the Rangatahi Cricket Festival reaches new heights in East Auckland.PMN NewsWed, 28 Jan
