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Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: Weekend politics signals New Zealand’s mood

Oriini Kaipara’s by-election win signals a Māori voter shift. Labour falters, Te Pāti Māori strengthens, and Winston Peters reclaims his stage.

William TeriteMon, 08 Sep

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: NZ politics is a bit of a snooze fest at the moment, isn’t it?

The latest Ipsos Issues Monitor confirms what we already know: cost of living dominates, Labour regains trust, and politics still feels like déjà vu.

William TeriteMon, 01 Sep

Pacific Region •

Sāmoa

Sāmoa snap election: No results just yet - Electoral commissioner

Preliminary election results are still trickling in for Samoa's snap election.

Grace Tinetali-Fiavaai in ApiaSat, 30 Aug

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: What were Cabinet drinking when they called this reform?

The Government wants to make it easier for bars to get licences and stay open late but at what cost to communities?

William TeriteFri, 29 Aug

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Supreme Court hearing raises critical questions about Fiji Constitution amendment process

Following a week of submissions, the Fiji Law Society says the Constitution is valid, emphasising its role as the country's highest law.

Christine RovoiTue, 26 Aug

Politics •

Sāmoa

Sāmoa 2025 general elections: A key vote for FAST, HRPP and the rise of Fiamē's SUP

In the final of a two-part series, PMN News Senior Reporter Renate Rivers explains who the key players are and why this election matters.

Renate RiversWed, 20 Aug

Politics •

Tonga

Ex-Tonga PM’s daughter leads petition to block foreign affairs power shift to monarchy

Tongan lawyer Teisa Pohiva warns that the move resembles the opaque structure of the Armed Forces and could lead to a repeat of past scandals.

'Alakihihifo VailalaSat, 16 Aug

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Fiji's 'Ocean for Peace' plan set for approval at Pacific leaders' summit

Aiming for unity and economic sustainability, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the initiative addresses crucial issues in the region.

Teuila Fuatai, RNZ Pacific senior journalistFri, 15 Aug

Pacific Region •

Vanuatu

Vanuatu and Australia agree to $500 million security, economic pact

After months of negotiations, Vanuatu has approved the Nakamal Agreement with Australia, which is set to be officially signed next month.

Christine RovoiWed, 13 Aug

Pacific Region •

New Caledonia

Travel caution issued for New Caledonia amid ongoing political tensions, civil unrest

Just six months after reopening to tourists following the deadly riots of May 2024, travellers to the French territory are urged to exercise heightened caution.

Christine RovoiTue, 12 Aug

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