Travel

Health

New measles case in NZ puts Pacific vaccination gaps back in spotlight

Health officials are urging people to check their immunity and watch for symptoms as international travel brings fresh risks of the highly contagious illness.

PMN NewsMon, 12 Oct

Immigration

Paperless transTasman travel plan comes with a passport catch - expert

The industry supports a faster digital airport experience but travellers will still need a valid passport under National’s proposed system.

PMN NewsFri, 02 Oct

Health •

Sāmoa •

Fiji

Sāmoa boosts national HIV preparedness after Fiji emergency warning

Health authorities in Apia are increasing surveillance and readiness with 14 flights a week linking Sāmoa and Fiji.

Christine RovoiTue, 29 Sep

Politics •

Sāmoa

ACT open to trial of visa-free travel for Sāmoa, Seymour says

The ACT Party leader says access could be tested for a year and cancelled if people breach the conditions.

PMN NewsFri, 25 Sep

Pacific Region

Record NZ travel puts Pacific tourism in strong position - SPTO

Family ties, pent-up demand and the Pacific’s short-haul appeal are helping keep New Zealand one of the region’s biggest tourism markets.

Khalia StrongFri, 18 Sep

Health •

Papua New Guinea

PNG cancer centre set to open its doors to all patients in the Pacific

The government says the new facility will offer access to specialist treatment at subsidised local rates, cutting the cost of overseas medical referrals.

Christine RovoiWed, 09 Sep