Politics • Cook Islands • China‘Very little detail’: PM Brown explains vague China agreementCook Islands-China deal 'opens the door' and sets framework but specific projects yet to be agreed, says Mark Brown.Rashneel Kumar, Cook Islands NewsSat, 22 Feb
Politics • SāmoaFormer Sāmoan judge appointed to Waitangi Tribunal amid criticism over minister's lineupProfessor Tafaoimalo Tologata Leilani Tuala-Warren is among eight new members appointed to the Waitangi Tribunal.Christine RovoiFri, 21 Feb
SportsKyren Taumoefolau reflects on his journey with Moana PasifikaThe exciting young winger joins PMN Tonga to discuss his journey with the Super Rugby Pacific franchise. Matt ManukuoFri, 21 Feb
Health • Aotearoa New ZealandMilestone for Māori and Pacific suicide prevention as research gains global recognitionLe Va’s analysis highlights the significant role of LifeKeepers in reducing suicide risk and advancing indigenous mental health. Following its success, Le Va will launch a Pasifika version of the programme.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 20 Feb
Language & Culture • Niue‘Dawn of a new era’: First-ever Niue festival encourages cultural revivalThe ‘Hologa Niue’ celebration brings together communities from 13 villages to perform at the Manukau Events Centre.Matt ManukuoThu, 20 Feb
Opinion • Cook IslandsWill’s Word: Where’s the transparency around Cook Islands-China deal?With vague commitments on the "blue economy," seafood exports, and seabed minerals, what has the Cook Islands really signed up for?William TeriteWed, 19 Feb
EducationGround-breaking position significant for Pacific communitiesThe University of Otago has appointed Professor Dianne Sika-Paotonu as its first Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Pacific.Susnation SetaMon, 17 Feb
Politics • Cook Islands • China‘Nothing to worry about’: Prime Minister Brown on China agreementThe Cook Islands PM returns home pledging to publish the joint action plan with China, adamant NZ has nothing to be concerned about, the Cook Islands News reports.Rashneel Kumar, Cook Islands NewsMon, 17 Feb
SportsAll-female officiating team makes history at OFC men’s tournamentThe FIFA match officials from New Zealand, Fiji, the Solomon Islands, Tonga, and Sāmoa were selected to officiate at the recent tournament, breaking barriers for women in Pacific football.Matt ManukuoMon, 17 Feb
OpinionWill's Word: ‘Not a protest for morality, it’s a blatant act of intimidation’William Terite says Destiny Church’s protest at a children’s event on the weekend was intimidation not faith, exposing their toxic mix of hate and control.William TeriteMon, 17 Feb