SportsManu Sāmoa's World Cup path protected but key rugby leadership questions remainThe national team can keep playing towards the 2027 RWC but it is still unclear who will make key coaching and selection decisions under the new interim structure.Renate RiversMon, 02 Nov
Language & Culture • SāmoaWorld Rugby boss receives Sāmoa matai title amid rugby disputeDr Brett Robinson honoured with the title Manūmailagi during a visit aimed at resolving Sāmoa’s ongoing rugby governance dispute.Renate RiversThu, 29 Oct
SportsWorld Rugby boss heads to Apia to break Sāmoa deadlockPrime Minister Laaulialemalietoa says Dr Brett Robinson will hold talks with the government to protect Manu Sāmoa's 2027 World Cup efforts.Renate RiversWed, 21 Oct
Sports • SāmoaFaualo stands by Lakapi Sāmoa suspension claimWorld Rugby says talks are ongoing but union boss insists any change to the island nation’s status must come through official channels.Renate RiversFri, 16 Oct
Sports • FijiFlying Fijians turn to Rugby World Cup-winning coach Jake White for 2027 pushThe former South Africa mentor takes charge ahead of Tests against Japan, France, Ireland and Italy as Fiji aim to turn their natural talent into more consistent results on rugby’s biggest stage.Christine RovoiTue, 13 Oct
Sports • SāmoaSāmoa rugby split widens as govt formally backs new unionCabinet has recognised the Sāmoa Rugby Football Union as the country’s governing body, while Lakapi Sāmoa remains its full World Rugby member.Renate RiversThu, 10 Sep
Sports • SāmoaLakapi Sāmoa chair says World Rugby support backs union amid government disputeNamulauulu says global body’s ongoing support signals backing for current leadership as tensions with government continue.PMN NewsThu, 25 Jun
Sports • Fiji'They knew that': Fiji rugby's former coach rejects health claims behind his departureMick Byrne has broken his silence months after his shock exit, says he did not step down because of health issues and insists Fiji Rugby knew he was fit to continue.PMN NewsThu, 11 Jun
Sports • FijiAustralia lay down marker as race for sevens world crowns heads to FranceThe Australians' historic double triumph in Spain has made them the team to beat ahead of this weekend's HSBC SVNS Grand Final in Bordeaux.PMN NewsMon, 01 Jun
SportsFlying Fiji stay sharp, BlitzBoks steal a thriller and Auckland FC rule the derby once againFiji secure another podium finish in the HSBC Sevens as South Africa and Australia take top honours, while Auckland FC extend derby dominance. Latonya LoleMon, 08 Dec