EnvironmentPacific Islands Forum presses UN chief on climate finance and rising seas concernsLeaders take their climate and statehood concerns directly to United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres as the Pacific region pushes for funding that does not add to debt.Christine RovoiMon, 28 Sep
Language & Culture • TuvaluSelina Tusitala Marsh leaves a new generation of Tuvalu storytellers with voices to shareThe Pacific poet used her first visit to her grandfather’s homeland to run writing workshops and encourage young Tuvaluans to share their own experiences.PMN NewsSun, 27 Sep
CommunityDaylight saving is here: Clocks have moved forward and NZ fire crews have a reminderNew Zealanders have lost an hour of sleep but gained longer evenings as the country moves into daylight saving time.PMN NewsSun, 27 Sep
Business • Papua New Guinea • Fiji • TongaNeville Choi takes over PINA leadership as Kalafi Moala exitsThe Papua New Guinea media leader takes charge as the regional news body prepares for its next Pacific Media Summit in PNG in 2028.PMN NewsFri, 25 Sep
ElectionNZ's Pacific voters put political parties on the spot in Māngere forumHousing, jobs, and the cost of living dominate a South Auckland election gathering as candidates face questions from the community.Thomas Tarurongo WynneFri, 25 Sep
TechnologyExperts say AI scams are getting harder to spot as Pacific families urged to slow downLuke Makutu says families should question messages, check who they are really dealing with and think twice before sharing personal information with artificial intelligence tools.PMN NewsFri, 25 Sep
Politics • SāmoaACT open to trial of visa-free travel for Sāmoa, Seymour saysThe ACT Party leader says access could be tested for a year and cancelled if people breach the conditions.PMN NewsFri, 25 Sep
Politics • Cook IslandsUS ambassador rejects military base claims over Penrhyn wharfJared Novelly says Washington is not discussing a military base at Tongareva amid calls for the long-awaited wharf to create opportunities for locals.PMN NewsFri, 25 Sep
Local Democracy Reporting'It’s not about dividing people': Local board defends rainbow and te reo commitmentsA resident’s challenge to the draft local plan prompted debate at a public meeting, but the board indicated the provisions would remain.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataThu, 24 Sep
Environment • PalauPacific calls for urgent action at UN summit as El Niño threats growPalau President Surangel Whipps Jr is pushing for climate funding as scientists warn of more pressure on food, water and cyclone risk.PMN NewsThu, 24 Sep
