Politics • Vanuatu • Tonga • FijiPeters to launch central NZ–France energy project in Vanuatu during Pacific tourThe initiative aims to reduce Vanuatu’s fuel import bills. It comes as Winston Peters leads his final Pacific mission as Deputy Prime Minister to Tonga, Hawaii, and Vanuatu.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 08 Apr
PoliticsDavid Seymour stands firm on Treaty bill despite oppositionAs the Treaty Principles Bill’s second reading looms, the ACT Party leader says he will not consider submissions as a measure of public opinion.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 08 Apr
Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandHow AI could change the way councils operate in AotearoaEnvironment Canterbury has established a working group to consider the impacts of Artificial Intelligence and advancing technology.David Hill, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 08 Apr
Politics • AustraliaAustralia's election: Voter frustration, climate crisis, and the Pacific's rising concernsAustralia is poised for a pivotal moment as close to 18 million voters, along with over 300,000 Pacific Islanders, prepare to go to the polls amid pressing issues like rising living costs and foreign policy.Christine RovoiFri, 04 Apr
Politics • Federated States of Micronesia • United StatesUS, Micronesia forge stronger ties with $3.5b infrastructure dealThe agreement marks a pivotal moment in relations, strengthening defence cooperation while fostering local development. 'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 01 Apr
Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandGovernment to boost NZ supermarket competition, lower grocery pricesEconomic Growth Minister Nicola Willis is set to shake up the supermarket sector, currently dominated by Woolworths and Foodstuffs.Christine RovoiSun, 30 Mar
PoliticsFinal call, Aucklanders: Share your feedback on council's Annual PlanOfficials say residents have a crucial opportunity to influence the future of their community, and they have until Friday to do this.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterWed, 26 Mar
Politics • Papua New GuineaNZ, PNG celebrate 50 years of diplomacy with renewed partnershipPrime Minister James Marape aims to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on trade, education, and security during his visit to Aotearoa this week.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 25 Mar
Politics • United StatesReti, Peters champion Pacific education, diplomacy amid calls for reform, investmentDr Shane Reti defends a $1.5m Pacific education investment as smart policy-making, while Winston Peters says his recent US trip is key to strengthening regional ties.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 25 Mar
Politics‘We love to see more Pacific candidates’: ACT leader advocates for local govt changeDavid Seymour expresses frustration with council inefficiencies and a lack of political choices and vows to offer voters an alternative.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 20 Mar
