Pacific Region • Marshall IslandsMarshall Islands govt declares emergency after Ebeye fire leaves over 100 homelessPresident Hilda Heine signed a 90-day state of emergency after a major blaze tore through Ebeye, destroying homes, businesses and key infrastructure in one of the Pacific’s most populated communities.PMN NewsFri, 12 Jun
EnvironmentCook Islands family among hundreds forced from Wellington homes as giant swells close inThomas Tarurongo Wynne lives just metres from the sea and his whānau are among residents evacuating the capital’s coastline as a state of emergency remains in place and waves of up to 10 metres threaten homes.Khalia StrongTue, 09 Jun
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
Pacific Region • FijiFiji army chief says military must take responsibility after man's death in custody Commander Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai says accountability must be upheld following the death of Jone Vakarisi in military custody.Christine RovoiMon, 11 May
Pacific Region • FijiFears for missing Fiji fishermen as boat found and search shifts to recovery, officials sayFamilies have been told there are no survivors after a missing fishing boat was found semi-submerged off northern Fiji, marking a heartbreaking turn in the search.Christine RovoiWed, 29 Apr
CommunityFrom Nuku'alofa to Wellington, Pacific service at the heart of ANZAC remembranceA young sailor returning home to Tonga for Anzac Day highlights a shared Pacific story of service and sacrifice as recognition grows across the region and new generations carry the legacy forward. Khalia StrongFri, 24 Apr
Environment • Aotearoa New ZealandHeavy rain batters northern Aotearoa as landslides force road closures, evacuationsFresh weather warnings remain in place across the upper North Island with homes evacuated near Auckland after a major slip as emergency services warn of delays during strike action on Friday.PMN NewsFri, 24 Apr
Environment • Aotearoa New ZealandState of emergency lifted in parts of Wellington Region as flood response easesUpper Hutt, Porirua and Kāpiti Coast stand down, but emergency powers remain across the wider region as recovery continues.PMN NewsTue, 21 Apr
Environment • Aotearoa New ZealandWellington flood crisis eases as rain warning downgraded but disruption continuesA red rain warning has been downgraded to orange after heavy rain brought Wellington to a standstill. Flights cancelled, a state of emergency in place, and residents clean up as conditions slowly improve.PMN NewsTue, 21 Apr
Environment • Palau • Tuvalu • FijiFrom Palau to the wider Pacific: Islands holding on amid rising seasAs climate change drives stronger storms and rising sea levels, communities are preparing for a future where some people may need to move.Christine RovoiTue, 21 Apr
