Environment • Aotearoa New Zealand • United StatesNew Zealand-United States minerals talks spark concerns over Pacific seabed miningEnvironmental groups warn Aotearoa must protect the moana and uphold Te Tiriti as it explores critical minerals cooperation with Washington.Christine RovoiFri, 13 Feb
OpinionWill's Word: Is New Zealand First making a play for Pacific votes?Pacific Mornings host William Terite argues Winston Peters accepting a Pacific visa petition shouldn't be overlooked.William TeriteWed, 11 Feb
OpinionWill’s Word: The new statewide political poll points to a cliffhangerA new poll suggests a deadlock. But months from election day, how much do these polls really mean?William TeriteTue, 10 Feb
Pacific Region • NiueGermany recognises Niue as a sovereign state by formalising diplomatic relationsGermany commits to pursuing an ambitious climate policy to help ensure threatened Pacific islands remain habitable, while signing declaration with Niue.PMN NewsTue, 03 Feb
Pacific Region • FijiFiji PM signals possible resignation after court rules anti-corruption chief dismissal unlawfulSitiveni Rabuka has told local media that he is considering stepping down if his appeal against a High Court ruling fails. The court found his sacking of Barbara Malimali unlawful.Christine RovoiTue, 03 Feb
Pacific Region • FijiFiji court rules PM acted unlawfully in sacking anti-corruption chiefA judge has declared Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka had no constitutional authority to advise the President to sack Barbara Malimali.Christine RovoiMon, 02 Feb
Local Democracy ReportingElection year creates headaches for NZ schools - principalBruce Kearney says schools are navigating changes to curriculum and attendance, while education is a hot topic in the lead-up to the 7 Nov general election.David Hill, LDR ReporterWed, 28 Jan
OpinionWill's Word: Rise of Winston PetersWinston Peters continues to climb in the polls, proving survival is everything in politics.William TeriteWed, 28 Jan
OpinionWill's Word: Is the Opportunity Party the new alternative? With leader Qiulae Wong already in campaign mode, is TOP a new option for our people? William TeriteTue, 27 Jan
Pacific Region • New CaledoniaPacific leaders watch closely as France-New Caledonia deal divides independence groupsA new political agreement in New Caledonia aims to bring stability, but the main independence coalition has rejected it, raising concerns across the Pacific about self-determination and regional stability.Christine RovoiSun, 25 Jan
