Media Freedom

Politics

Pacific media fear watchdog loss may weaken protection against racist content

Media leaders say shutting down New Zealand’s Broadcasting Standards Authority could remove one of the few independent ways to challenge harmful and discriminatory programmes.

Khalia StrongFri, 03 Jul

Business

Global media leaders told journalism must change and the Pacific has a key role to play

From the rise of AI to young audiences turning away from traditional news, the future of journalism depends on rebuilding trust and putting Indigenous voices at the centre of reporting.

Christine RovoiSat, 27 Jun

Business

Pacific lawyer wins national recognition for defending open justice

Isabella Ieremia says Pacific representation matters in law and journalism during a time of shifting regulation in Aotearoa.

Khalia StrongThu, 14 May

Pacific Region

Fiji’s media win overshadowed by threats and court summons - report

The World Press Freedom Index warns of a global decline in journalism safety driven by legal pressure, political scrutiny and AI-powered fake news.

Khalia StrongMon, 04 May

Politics •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Pacific leader warns scrapping BSA could leave communities without protection

Pulotu Tupe Solomon-Tanoa’i, a former Broadcasting Standards Authority board member, says abolishing the agency could expose marginalised groups to harm without a clear path for accountability.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 23 Apr

Politics •

Sāmoa

Press freedom under pressure in Sāmoa as Prime Minister ramps up crackdown rhetoric

The journalists’ association distances itself from access decisions after Observer reporters were blocked during NZ Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s visit, raising fresh media freedom concerns.

Renate RiversMon, 23 Mar

Politics •

Sāmoa

Leaked rules spark concern over press freedom in Sāmoa

Proposed media rules in Sāmoa, which the government says are not intended to restrict the media, have reignited press freedom concerns.

Renate RiversWed, 17 Dec

Politics •

Sāmoa

'Dangerous precedent': Sāmoa leaders, media warn of threats to press freedom, democracy

They have condemned Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa’s ban on the Sāmoa Observer.

Renate RiversThu, 20 Nov

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