Election • Cook IslandsRarotonga could decide who governs after poll signals tight election The Cook Islands Party has the edge but a rise in support for the United Party in the capital could make Thursday’s result harder to call. Khalia StrongThu, 13 Aug
HealthPacific gambling harm warning as online gaming set to expand Pasifika are up to four times more likely to experience gambling harm, with concerns the shift to online gambling could put more youth at risk. Khalia StrongMon, 10 Aug
Election • Cook IslandsCost of living takes centre stage as Cook Islands prepare to vote for next government Cook Islanders head to the polls on Wednesday with rising household costs dominating the campaign.Renate RiversFri, 07 Aug
Politics • Tonga • United StatesFirst Tongan US senator says diaspora can help build Tonga's futureDoug Fiefia says Tongans around the world hold the skills, connections and experience needed to create new opportunities for the island kingdom.Andre Fa'aosoFri, 31 Jul
Pacific Region'Listen to the Pacific': NZ urged to rethink regional approachProfessor Steven Ratuva says Wellington must focus on trust, inclusion and partnership to maintain confidence across the Pacific region.Christine RovoiWed, 29 Jul
Pacific Region • Kiribati • NauruBanaba Island mining plans shift as Rabi leaders say Australia firm out of the pictureThe Rabi Council of Leaders says it is now working with Kiribati and Nauru on a feasibility study for a proposed Banaba resource project, rejecting claims the proposal is linked to the Banaban Trust Fund.Christine RovoiWed, 08 Jul
Politics • SāmoaAppeal court upholds bribery ruling against former Deputy PMSāmoa’s highest court has rejected Toelupe Poumulinuku Onesemo’s constitutional challenge, clearing the way for a by-election.Renate RiversMon, 29 Jun
Politics • Solomon Islands • ChinaSolomons govt minister wants Chinese policing programmes droppedPeter Kenilorea Jr says the government should focus on economic development partnerships with China rather than expanding security cooperation.Christine RovoiWed, 24 Jun
Pacific Region • VanuatuWhy has Vanuatu been dropped from the Pacific visa scheme?Ni-Vanuatu are no longer eligible for Australia's Pacific Engagement Visa ballot, with no public explanation from either Canberra or Port Vila.Christine RovoiWed, 24 Jun
Politics • Sāmoa • Aotearoa New ZealandSafata still waiting: Compensation bill gets bigger as communities told to 'be patient'Almost 20 months after the HMNZS Manawanui sank off Safata, more than 10,000 people have been identified for compensation, and the estimated payout now exceeds the ST$10 million settlement.Renate RiversTue, 16 Jun
