EnvironmentPacific leaders urge global support for resilience financing in US advocacy missionAimed at securing vital capitalisation pledges for the resilience facility, Forum Chair Dr 'Aisake Eke reflects on the region's commitment to innovative solutions for Pacific communities.Christine RovoiWed, 23 Apr
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
Environment • Aotearoa New ZealandSevere weather chaos: Power outages and travel disruptions amid ex-Cyclone TamThe authorities warn parts of Northland face no electricity for three days as fallen trees close roads and gale-force winds and heavy rain cancel flights and ferries in Auckland.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 17 Apr
Environment • Aotearoa New ZealandEx-Tropical Cyclone Tam slams NZ's North Island with gale winds and heavy rainA severe storm warning is in place as authorities urge caution with monster waves and thunderstorms expected in the days ahead.Christine RovoiWed, 16 Apr
EnvironmentPacific families on the food scraps revolution: How to avoid maggotsAuckland residents are using food scraps to power homes and feed gardens. But cost-of-living pressures and limited cultural outreach slow wider uptake.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 15 Apr
Environment • Solomon Islands • Tuvalu • VanuatuPacific nations demand stronger climate action as IMO vote approves carbon pricing for shipsOfficials from the Pacific have pushed back on the London agreement, saying the measures are insufficient for effective decarbonisation.Christine RovoiMon, 14 Apr
Environment‘Don’t waste a good crisis’: Māngere offered hope after disasterAuckland’s $2 billion flood resilience programme launches in Māngere, where the 2023 floods exposed planning failures and forced long-overdue action.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterFri, 11 Apr
Environment • VanuatuPair to tackle 4000km across New Zealand for new climate-resilient classrooms in VanuatuAdventurers and environmental advocates Huw Kingston and Lawrence Mote to embark on a 90-day journey skiing, cycling, hiking, and sailing across Aotearoa to raise crucial funds.Christine RovoiWed, 09 Apr
Environment • Tuvalu • AustraliaAustralia's COP31 bid at risk: Climate debate intensifies ahead of federal electionWith Pacific nations prioritising climate action amid rising sea levels and increasing geopolitical tensions, Canberra calls for stronger initiatives as opposition leaders focus on domestic economic concerns.Christine RovoiThu, 27 Mar
Environment • Marshall IslandsRainbow Warrior sets sail for justiceForty years after the Rongelap Atoll evacuation, Greenpeace is advocating nuclear and climate awareness in the Marshall Islands.Christine RovoiWed, 12 Mar
