Politics • SāmoaSāmoa’s new PM pledges unity at home and support for Israel abroad‘The last government is done’: Laauli rallies public servants as Tuilaepa fires back warnings.Renate RiversSat, 20 Sep
Politics • Sāmoa‘I feel normal’: Laauli steps into Sāmoa’s top job with humility and heavy expectationsAs Sāmoa stands at a crossroads, Laauli’s approach sets the tone for a period of healing and collective progress in the nation’s political landscape.Renate RiversWed, 17 Sep
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa's new era: Laauli sworn in, promises unity and stabilityThe new PM prepares to address the urgent financial challenges and create a harmonious political landscape.Renate RiversTue, 16 Sep
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa Parliament and new PM to be sworn inA smoother transition of power is expected for the new FAST-led government. Renate RiversMon, 15 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingVote Smart: Your guide to local elections in NZDon't miss your chance to have your say. Learn about your candidates and key dates to remember.Wed, 10 Sep
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa enters post-election phase with recounts, petitions and transition of powerCourt-supervised recounts begin this week as outgoing Prime Minister Fiamē bids farewell.Renate RiversTue, 09 Sep
Politics • SāmoaFAST party confirmed winners with crushing majority in Sāmoa’s snap general electionLa‘auli is set to lead as HRPP signals a court battle looms.Renate Rivers in ApiaThu, 04 Sep
Politics • Sāmoa'Fight for the truth': HRPP leader Tuilaepa to contest Sāmoa’s election resultsThe former Prime Minister claims “extensive” vote-buying and procedural flaws undermined the snap election, and promises to pursue recounts and legal petitions.Renate Rivers in ApiaThu, 04 Sep
Politics • SāmoaFAST presence at electoral office raises concerns from Sāmoa elections commissionerTuiafelolo Toleafoa John Stanley warns that interference is a crime as police step up security.Renate Rivers in ApiaMon, 01 Sep
Politics • SāmoaFAST calls for peace while opponents claim bribery in Sāmoa election aftermathGathering supporters at a thanksgiving service, Laauli appeals to Fiamē and Tuilaepa to accept the people’s choice Renate Rivers in ApiaMon, 01 Sep
