Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: Red flags over the FBI setting up shop in New ZealandThe FBI opening an office in Wellington raises serious questions. If China is in the mix, why is the Government so determined to spin it otherwise?William TeriteFri, 01 Aug
Pacific Region • Tonga • Nauru • Kiribati • Cook IslandsDeep sea mining: What it is and why the Pacific is at the centre of itAs demand for green tech metals grows, island nations are central to a global scramble that may reshape international law and marine ecosystems.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 21 Jul
OpinionEyes of Fire: The Last Voyage and Legacy of the Rainbow Warrior is a timely reminderDavid Robie’s 40th Anniversary edition connects past injustice with today’s political and environmental struggles, reminding us that the Pacific’s fight has never ended.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 10 Jul
Pacific Region • TokelauTuning in from Tokelau: When the US forces brought WWII to AtafuA glimpse into a little-known chapter of Pacific history as US Coast Guardsman Roger Kehm writes about his time in Atafu during the Second World War.Samson SamasoniFri, 25 Apr
Pacific RegionUS reopens protected Pacific marine reserve, sparking outrage from environmentalistsAmerican Sāmoa welcomes the lifting of a fishing ban in the marine reserve, but environmentalists warn it could endanger vulnerable species and fragile ocean ecosystems.PMN NewsSat, 19 Apr
Language & Culture • Niue • Aotearoa New Zealand • AustraliaCelebrating heritage: Niuean’s debut picture book unites cultures through coconut talesPMN producer Inangaro Vakaafi celebrates the launch of Hunt for Niu Tupu, blending the Niuean and English languages and connecting Pacific families.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 14 Apr
News • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific jobseekers urged to embrace confidence amid tough employment marketTom O’Neil says that underselling oneself can kill opportunities and urges Pacific people to own their achievements and tailor CVs to stand out.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 26 Mar
OpinionWill’s Word: Pacific will pay the price for Trump’s reckless Paris Agreement exitUS withdrawal from the legally binding international treaty on climate change is selfish and short–sighted, says William Terite.William TeriteThu, 30 Jan
Business • SāmoaFashion label Kara’s promotes Pacific and family valuesKara’s director Penina Schmidt reflects on her mother’s vision, family commitment, and the unique challenges of running a boutique Pacific business.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 23 Jan
PoliticsHow Trump’s 'America first' policies could impact NZ and PacificFrom executive actions on climate and trade to a possible overhaul of US-Pacific relations, Donald Trump’s second inauguration marks a shift in US foreign policy.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 21 Jan