Politics • Vanuatu • Tonga • FijiPeters to launch central NZ–France energy project in Vanuatu during Pacific tourThe initiative aims to reduce Vanuatu’s fuel import bills. It comes as Winston Peters leads his final Pacific mission as Deputy Prime Minister to Tonga, Hawaii, and Vanuatu.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 08 Apr
Business • Aotearoa New Zealand • Fiji • Sāmoa • TongaWestpac adds Hindi, Sāmoan, Tongan languages to ATMs"We want to make sure everyone feels confident about using our ATMs for their banking needs," a senior bank official says.RNZTue, 08 Apr
Sports • Fiji • Aotearoa New ZealandFiji and New Zealand triumph at Singapore Sevens, defeating Kenya and AustraliaBoth the Fijian men and New Zealand women's teams have secured their spots for the World Championships in Los Angeles next month after impressive performances over the weekend.Christine RovoiMon, 07 Apr
Language & Culture • Fiji • Aotearoa New ZealandPolyfest50: Students make historic debuts for culture and legacyMassey High School and Westlake Boys College showcase their rich Fijian heritage amid calls for a dedicated Fiji stage at the festival.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 04 Apr
Pacific Region • United States • FijiUS trade tariffs: Fiji facing severe challenges, NZ takes cautious approachTariffs on US imports are causing concern, with Fiji, Nauru, and Vanuatu among the hardest hit in the region. Khalia StrongFri, 04 Apr
Language & Culture • Tonga • FijiFrom teen journalist to Polyfest mum: Stewart reflects on 50 years of culture and legacyIndira Stewart, the award-winning writer and broadcaster, shares her lifelong connection to New Zealand schools’ cultural festival in documentaries.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 01 Apr
Health • FijiUncovering genetic roots of heart disease: New Zealand study seeks Fiji participantsResearchers are investigating a genetic trait in Fijian-New Zealanders that may contribute to alarming rates of premature heart disease. Khalia StrongTue, 01 Apr
Sports • Fiji • SāmoaRugby, romance, and a ring: Couple get engaged at the game A celebration of love and sport follows a mid-match proposal at the Moana Pasifika-Crusaders game in Christchurch on Saturday. Khalia StrongMon, 31 Mar
Sports • Fiji'Without us, they are nothing': Fiji netball in crisis as 15 associations withdraw supportFollowing a 'disastrous' outing at the PacificAUS Sports Netball Series, the national team have joined calls for reform and legal action, demanding accountability and prioritisation of the sport's future.Christine RovoiSun, 30 Mar
Pacific Region • Papua New Guinea • Fiji • Solomon Islands • AustraliaAustralia's election-eve federal budget: What's in it for the Pacific?Canberra has stepped up aid for the region amid US cuts, with A$2 billion (NZ$2.2b) allocated to address critical needs in the Pacific.Christine RovoiWed, 26 Mar
