Pacific Region • New CaledoniaNew Caledonia: Pro-independence groups eye talks with FranceFLNKS 44th Congress has declared its intention to negotiate full sovereignty with the government in Paris, but under specific conditions. Christine RovoiWed, 29 Jan
Pacific RegionBlock resignation topples New Caledonia's governmentThe tensions came to a head over the past few months, following the destructive and deadly insurrectional riots that started on 13 May.Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Correspondent French Pacific DeskWed, 25 Dec
Pacific RegionWill this Pacific paradise get what it wants for Christmas?France’s government has fallen as political chaos returns to Paris. However, all eyes are on New Caledonia and what this means for the troubled French territory.Christine RovoiMon, 09 Dec
OpinionVaovasamanaia Winston Peters, a 'respectable' NZ advocate in the PacificWinston Peters' visit to New Caledonia highlights New Zealand’s renewed commitment to the Pacific and meaningful leadership in a region still recovering from recent turmoil.William TeriteTue, 03 Dec
OpinionAotearoa must play more active role in easing New Caledonia tensionsWilliam Terite calls for better accountability and responsibility for dialogue between New Zealand and France.William TeriteWed, 27 Nov
Pacific RegionNew Caledonia's Congress chief outlines vision for troubled French territoryVeylma Falaeo is facing significant challenges as she tries to bridge the divide amid civil unrest.Christine RovoiWed, 27 Nov
Sports • Sāmoa • VanuatuNZ power past Sāmoa as Tahiti keep Vanuatu out of the gameThe All Whites dominated the visitors in a thrilling encounter while Tahiti held off any Vanuatu comeback to win their FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.Matt ManukuoFri, 22 Nov
Sports • Vanuatu • Fiji • Solomon Islands • SāmoaTahiti prove too strong for Sāmoa in World Cup qualifierThe French Polynesians struck twice in the second half to keep their hopes of reaching the semi-final of the FIFA Oceania Qualifiers alive.Susnation SetaSat, 16 Nov
Environment • SāmoaCHOGM Ocean Declaration a ‘little underwhelming’ Dr Sione Tekiteki, of Auckland University of Technology, says while there are positives in the document signed by Commonwealth leaders, a lot is lacking within the text.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 01 Nov
Language & Culture • Vanuatu • Solomon Islands • FijiMelanesian Festival returns with a focus on fostering prideThe annual celebration of culture kicks off this weekend in West Auckland. Christine RovoiTue, 29 Oct