Pacific Region • TongaSiosi’ana Taumoepeau crowned Miss HeilalaThe young Tongan beauty was born in Germany, spent her childhood in the United States and Canada, and has French heritage.Christine RovoiFri, 04 Jul
Entertainment • Aotearoa New Zealand • Sāmoa • Tonga‘Magic’ Mark Tui aims to impress ahead of 'Cold War' debutThe Sāmoan seeks to lead with heart and heritage as Pasifika pride enters a new era of pro-wrestling. Latonya Lole, Sports ReporterThu, 03 Jul
Language & Culture • Tonga • FijiTongan royals to celebrate age-old ties with Fiji at high chief’s installation ceremony It's been over 50 years since the last Tui Lau was installed, as royal family member Frederica Tuita highlights the historical ties between the Tongan and Fijian chiefly lines.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 02 Jul
News • Tonga • Aotearoa New ZealandLeitī study highlights unique intersectional experiences of LGBTQIA+ TongansNew research, led by clinical psychologist Penni Wolfgramm, explores the lives of 12 leitī in Aotearoa, challenging Western frameworks of queer identity and wellbeing.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 30 Jun
Pacific Mini Games 2025 • Aotearoa New Zealand • Tonga • PalauPasifika weightlifters carry NZ flag at Mini Games openingTui-Alofa Patolo and David Liti will lead Team Aotearoa in Koror, proudly representing their country and cultural heritage on the regional stage.PMN NewsSun, 29 Jun
Politics • TongaCalls for compassionate immigration reform, fairer pathways for NZ's Pacific familiesAn Auckland immigration consultant highlights the struggles of long-term Pacific residents facing a complex path to legal status in Aotearoa. Khalia StrongFri, 27 Jun
News • Tonga • Aotearoa New ZealandTongan RSE workers thrive in Hawke’s Bay after cyclone disasterWith increased numbers, these workers are gaining valuable skills and supporting their families back home in Tonga.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 26 Jun
Sports • TongaTupou Ta'eiloa signs two-year deal with Moana PasifikaThe 21-year-old rising star from Tonga has committed to the 2026 and 2027 Super Rugby seasons.PMN NewsWed, 25 Jun
Sports • Sāmoa • Tonga • AustraliaMaroons stun Blues with thrilling 26-24 comeback, set up an epic decider in SydneyLeading 26-6 at halftime, QLD let NSW into the game, but Billy Slater's men held on to win Origin II in Perth on Wednesday night.Christine RovoiThu, 19 Jun
Health • TongaTonga Red Cross urges regular voluntary blood donationsIt’s World Blood Donor Day, and the Tonga Red Cross calls on the community to contribute regularly, not only during emergencies.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 13 Jun
