Sports • Aotearoa New ZealandMagic Round: Warriors hold off Cowboys' comeback in thrillerStar halfback Luke Metcalf showcases his brilliance with two tries and a standout first-half performance for the New Zealand side. Christine RovoiSun, 04 May
Sports • TongaTonga rugby league ramps up bid to host 2026 Pacific Cup matchThe opportunity aims to boost the sport's profile in Tonga, engage local fans, and build on the excitement generated by Tongan stars and past victories.PMN NewsMon, 21 Apr
Sports • NiueNiue Rugby League: Building bridges from grassroots level to global competitionAs Niue strives to carve its place on the international rugby league stage, two administrators share insights on what needs to happen.Matt ManukuoThu, 27 Mar
SportsNZ Warriors eye improvement against Sydney RoostersThe New Zealand Warriors will be seeking their second win of the season when they come up against the Roosters at Go Media Stadium tonight. Matt ManukuoFri, 21 Mar
Pacific Region • TongaHeilala Festival 2025: Rugby league joins weeklong celebrationThe annual festival is set to welcome the inaugural Heilala Rugby League 9s tournament, which promises to blend sport, culture, and entertainment into a dynamic new experience in Tonga.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 28 Feb
SportsMana Pasifika bids for historic NRL spotThe franchise aims to retain young Pacific talent and strengthen rugby league ties in New Zealand.Matt ManukuoMon, 10 Feb
SportsNRL clubs' all-girls home provides learning space for teen talent Seven Pasifika teenagers from Auckland have embarked on a unique rugby league journey. Matt ManukuoMon, 20 Jan
SportsMatty’s On the Five: sports stories that helped define the yearMatty’s On the Five is our weekly sports wrap covering five of the biggest sporting moments in Pacific sports as determined by Matt Manukuo. Matt ManukuoMon, 16 Dec
Sports • TongaMMT or Tonga XIII? Why Tonga’s league team have a new nameTongan community leader Pakilau Manase Lua says the name change for their rugby league side hasn’t deterred loyal fans, despite work behind the scenes to keep Tongan sovereignty over the team name and management.Khalia StrongTue, 05 Nov
Sports • TongaMMT strike again: Tonga pip New Zealand in historic Rugby Championships battleThe flags will not stop waving as Mate Ma'a Tonga take just their second ever win over the Kiwis. Matt ManukuoSat, 02 Nov
