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Four bodies retrieved following a major landslide in Tahiti

Rescue teams in French Polynesia have recovered four bodies from the rubble of a major landslide on French Polynesia's main island of Tahiti.

Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Correspondent French Pacific DeskThu, 27 Nov

Pacific Region •

Sāmoa •

Tokelau

Pacific voice amplified as Mena Antonio takes top global Caritas role

The Sāmoan-Tokelauan leader is Vice President of Caritas Internationalis, giving the Pacific a powerful voice in global decisions.

Khalia StrongThu, 27 Nov

Local Democracy Reporting

Auckland councillor calls for quake drills to become habit as over 700,000 join Shakeout

Alf Filipaina says the exercise turns safety into second nature and encourages schools, workplaces, and households to practise what to do during an earthquake or tsunami.

Thu, 16 Oct

News •

Tonga

Pasifika, Māori called to reclaim ocean tradition and safety culture to reduce drowning rates

A former navy diver says reconnecting Pacific seafaring traditions and tikanga could save lives, following a coroner’s report into the death of Tēvita Moeakiola.

Khalia StrongTue, 14 Oct

Local Democracy Reporting

South Auckland leader: This daylight saving weekend a reminder to get emergency ready

Households are being urged to check supplies, make a plan, and talk with whānau about what to do if disaster strikes.

Mary AfemataFri, 26 Sep

Health •

Sāmoa

Sāmoa govt escalates dengue fever response amid soaring cases

With over 1700 confirmed infections and two child fatalities this year, a school closure and coordinated health campaign aim to combat the outbreak.

Renate RiversThu, 24 Jul

Environment

Pasifika in Nelson Tasman safe but alert as more rain looms, says community leader

As heavy rain threatens the region, Pasifika remain vigilant but largely safe, with community teams providing key information in Pacific languages.

PMN NewsMon, 30 Jun

Health •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

Sāmoa •

Vanuatu •

Tonga

Pacific-led emergency team gains WHO status

From Sāmoa to Vanuatu, PACMAT is a team capable of delivering urgent care across the region.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 27 May

Environment •

Aotearoa New Zealand

'Now is not the time to be out on the water'

With conditions expected to worsen, officials urge boaties to prioritise safety and stay ashore.

Christine RovoiThu, 17 Apr

Health

Union sounds alarm: Proposed job cuts could imperil $12b health funding, patient safety

With the health system already strained for resources, the Public Service Association warns that dismantling a specialised unit threatens both patient safety and financial accountability.

Christine RovoiSun, 13 Apr

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