Law & Order • FijiNine found guilty in Fiji's biggest meth trafficking caseUnderscoring the crisis, the judge says sophisticated drug cartels were using Fiji as a transit point to ship drugs to New Zealand and Australia.Christine RovoiFri, 01 Aug
BusinessSisters transform Kiwi tourism with authentic Māori and Pacific cultural experiencesThe tourists asked, and Ama Mosese and Louisa Opetaia answered with community-led tours.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 01 Aug
Pacific Region • Cook Islands'Not ambitious': Cook Islands deep sea mining faces cultural backlashEnvironmental advocate Louisa Castledine warns mining threatens food security and identity, urging investment in local industries over foreign reliance.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 01 Aug
HealthPacific and Māori athletes sought for concussion researchAUT researchers are investigating how brain injuries affect underrepresented groups and are seeking volunteers to help improve diagnosis and care.Khalia StrongFri, 01 Aug
Pacific Region • Cook IslandsCook Islanders worry over China amid anniversary partyAs the nation celebrates six decades of free association with Aotearoa, business owners demand greater transparency from their government.Khalia StrongFri, 01 Aug
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: Red flags over the FBI setting up shop in New ZealandThe FBI opening an office in Wellington raises serious questions. If China is in the mix, why is the Government so determined to spin it otherwise?William TeriteFri, 01 Aug
Politics • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands PM concludes visit to NZ, strengthens education and fisheries allianceJeremiah Manele and Christopher Luxon reinforce long-standing regional ties ahead of the upcoming Forum Leaders Meeting in Honiara.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 31 Jul
Politics • Cook IslandsBusiness leader assesses economic promise of seabed mining in Cook IslandsAdrienne Tinirau-Hosking says deep sea mining could bring economic benefits to the Pacific island nation.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 31 Jul
EntertainmentJP Foliaki’s ‘Golden Hour’: An exclusive comeback with loveThe Tongan singer, songwriter, and actor returns with a new single and candid interview, with an EP set to release in November.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 31 Jul
Pacific Region • Cook IslandsRarotonga museum aims to reshape Pacific storytelling and entrepreneurshipCo-founder Stan Wolfgramm says Te Ara Museum is more than just an exhibition space. It combines culture, community, and business to ensure Pacific stories are told with authenticity and global value.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 31 Jul