Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: Ex-PMs attend China’s WWII commemoration, but was it the right move?Helen Clark and John Key were in Beijing for China’s war commemorations, but the display of tanks and missiles raised more questions than answers.William TeriteThu, 04 Sep
Language & Culture • Cook Islands • Aotearoa New ZealandCook Islands celebrates 60 years of partnership with New Zealand amid geopolitical tensionsLeaders and community members in Auckland marked 60 years of Cook Islands’ free association with Aotearoa and Language Week, mixing celebration with calls for dialogue on strained ties.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 04 Aug
Opinion • Cook Islands • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: Is Henry Puna the statesman the Cook Islands needs?Could the Cook Islands' former Prime Minister be the key to mending the strained ties with New Zealand?William TeriteMon, 04 Aug
Pacific RegionFrom tuna to treaty: Pacific powers push ocean agendaPacific leaders urge stronger frameworks for 2028 UN Ocean Conference after calls for global recognition of marine efforts.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 04 Jul
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandMy Perspective: Pacific watches as PM visits China’s leadershipWhile China forges deeper regional ties, New Zealand’s slower approach, particularly on visa-free access, raises questions about its Pacific strategy.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 18 Jun
Politics • AustraliaAlbanese’s re-election: Positive shift for Pacific policy, tariff challenges loom for NZ - analystInternational relations expert Geoffrey Miller highlights the complex dynamics of global trade amid changing geopolitical alliances.Khalia StrongTue, 13 May
Politics • Australia • VanuatuFormer councillor says Labor win brings hope for marginalised groupsIn the wake of Australia’s recent election, Waskam Emelda Davis urges the government to improve its commitment to equity and inclusion.Khalia StrongMon, 05 May
Opinion • AustraliaWill’s Word: Australian election results hint at shifting political windsAnthony Albanese triumphs by avoiding big promises and polarising rhetoric, offering a potential playbook for New Zealand politicians ahead of 2026.William TeriteMon, 05 May
Opinion • AustraliaWill’s Word: Why Australia’s election matters to usAs Aussies head to the polls, Pacific Mornings host William Terite explains why New Zealanders should care - Pacific unity, Kiwi rights, and economic signals are all on the line.William TeriteFri, 02 May
Opinion • AustraliaWill’s Word: Is conservative politics on the decline?From Canada to Australia, signs are emerging that conservative politics may be losing its grip - not collapsing, but no longer coasting on momentum.William TeriteThu, 01 May