PoliticsNZ defends cautious response as fuel prices, Pacific pressure growFuel costs are climbing again with Pasifika communities feeling the impact first and hardest as calls grow for faster, more direct support.Renate RiversFri, 10 Apr
Politics • SāmoaTuilaepa defends speaking out as defamation case delayed until MaySāmoa’s opposition leader says he will not stay silent despite a court warning as prosecutors seek more time to finalise charges.Renate RiversThu, 09 Apr
Pacific RegionPacific families hit hardest as fuel surge drives up cost of livingNew analysis shows households across the region are being hit up to six times harder than New Zealand as global tensions raise fuel and food prices.Renate RiversWed, 08 Apr
PoliticsPacific cost pressures rise as NZ deepens security ties with USAs Winston Peters steps up security talks with Washington, experts warn rising costs and local needs risk being pushed aside.Renate RiversTue, 07 Apr
Opinion • Cook IslandsWill's Word: Is NZ finally getting somewhere with the Cook Islands story? With Winston Peters heading to Rarotonga, there are signs the drawn-out saga could be moving towards something real.William TeriteWed, 01 Apr
Sports • SāmoaSāmoa rugby row deepens as reform push sparks fears for futureLeaders say change is needed but warn political pressure and rushed reforms could harm the game.Renate RiversFri, 27 Mar
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa Deputy PM loses seat over $91 vote bribeA court has voided Toelupe Poumulinuku Onesemo’s election. A by-election will follow in Falealili I.Renate RiversTue, 24 Mar
Politics • SāmoaDecision delayed again in case against Sāmoa PM LaaulialemalietoaA ruling in the high-profile case linked to a 2021 hit-and-run has been adjourned for a fourth time.Renate RiversFri, 20 Mar
Politics • SāmoaRow over chiefly title clouds start of PM Luxon’s Pacific tourSāmoa’s PM says his NZ counterpart asked for a matai title. But Christopher Luxon’s office denies it as a court challenge seeks to stop the ceremony.Renate RiversSun, 15 Mar
PoliticsPacific Peoples Minister Shane Reti to step down at next general electionThe National MP says serving Pasifika and people of Whangārei has been a “great privilege” as he confirms he will retire from Parliament after 12 years.PMN NewsTue, 10 Mar
