CommunityLifejackets are now compulsory on small recreational boats in NZAbout 17 people die each year in recreational boating incidents with nearly two-thirds not wearing properly fitted lifejackets as a new national rule takes effect.PMN NewsFri, 09 Oct
Pacific Region • FijiFiji-based Chinese official denies US bribery allegationsZhao Fugang says he was never questioned by American or Fijian authorities and has asked Washington for details of the claims against himPMN NewsFri, 09 Oct
Pacific Region • Papua New Guinea • Solomon IslandsPNG governor warns outdated resource laws leave landowners in Melanesia exposedGary Juffa says Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands need stronger laws and leadership to stop powerful interests gaining control of natural resources in both countries.Christine RovoiWed, 30 Sep
Law & Order • American SāmoaUS court drops felony cases against American Sāmoans over alleged voter form misconductThe case has exposed confusion around the different legal status of American Sāmoans in the US, raising questions about how clearly voting systems explain who can legally vote.Christine RovoiTue, 15 Sep
PoliticsACT pushes back on move-on orders for children amid calls for end to rough sleepingA youth organisation says political action could end rough sleeping by Christmas.PMN NewsFri, 04 Sep
SportsConcussion lawsuits can continue, court rules, as player safety remains under scrutinyOver 500 former rugby players can continue their legal fight over long-term brain injuries while Pacific experts warn the risks of concussion cannot end when players leave the field.Christine RovoiWed, 02 Sep
Community • TongaUtah Tongan leaders planning community response after fatal shooting at funeralCommunity leaders are looking at a town hall to help address violence and conflict after a fatal shooting at a Tongan funeral left one young man dead and his twin brother critically injured.PMN NewsMon, 24 Aug
HealthFuture generations law must put Pacific health at the centre - advocateFormer Youth MP Tyler Oroanu says any law designed to protect the interests of future generations must be shaped with young Pasifika.Christine RovoiFri, 21 Aug
Election • FijiFiji election preparation moves ahead as key existing electoral laws face proposed changesFiji’s elections watchdogs say they are ready to run the next vote as the country prepares for its first referendum on constitutional reform.Elenoa TuragaiviuThu, 20 Aug
Community • TongaUtah shooting: Call for Tongan community to reject shame, reclaim its cultural valuesRichard Wolfgramm says the fatal shooting at a Tongan funeral should prompt healing and reflection, not collective shame, as he calls for greater support for families carrying generational trauma.Christine RovoiWed, 19 Aug
