Politics • Kiribati‘Not a snub’: Kiribati MP defends her leader amid fallout with NZRuth Cross Kwansing says President Taneti Maamau’s absence during Winston Peters’ visit was misinterpreted, leading to an unnecessary diplomatic dispute.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 30 Jan
OpinionWill's Word: Low inflation deserves collective sigh of relief and applauseInflation is at its lowest since 2021 - the easing of pressure on wallets is a positive start to 2025, says William Terite.William TeriteThu, 23 Jan
Politics • Sāmoa‘Nobody's interested in a snap election’Political commentator Tauiliili Christian Malietoa-Brown says the current turmoil in Sāmoa presents risks and opportunities for the island nation.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 22 Jan
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa Cabinet reshuffle: Four new ministers sworn inPrime Minister Fiamē Naomi Mata'afa says she wants accountability and effective leadership in her government.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 15 Jan
Pacific Region • Tuvalu'Is this really fale pili?' Tuvaluans raise concerns about treatyWhile Australia's landmark climate migration pact with Tuvalu is supported across the Pacific, many Tuvaluans have mixed feelings about the agreement.Christine RovoiTue, 14 Jan
PoliticsWellington City Council faces criticism over rate increases and parking feesCouncillor Ray Chung has voiced concerns about the pressing issues in New Zealand’s capital city council.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 17 Dec
BusinessTagata Pasifika vows to adapt as funding slashed by a thirdTVNZ’s Pacific news flagship show faces a 35 per cent financing reduction in 2025, cutting its airtime by half. Candice AmaFri, 13 Dec
Politics‘It’s tough when you come out of government’Aside from politics, 2024 was a year of milestones for Carmel Sepuloni. 'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 13 Dec
OpinionWill’s Word: Peters and Seymour Cabinet's standout performers in 2024 Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters' Pacific focus and David Seymour's bold moves impressed, but some ministers deserve dishonourable mention, says William Terite.William TeriteFri, 13 Dec
OpinionDebate on the Treaty Principles Bill far from overWilliam Terite says nearly 40 per cent of Kiwis are unsure about the Treaty Principles Bill, underscoring the need for better public education.William TeriteWed, 11 Dec