EducationGround-breaking position significant for Pacific communitiesThe University of Otago has appointed Professor Dianne Sika-Paotonu as its first Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Pacific.Susnation SetaMon, 17 Feb
Pacific Region • Cook IslandsCook Islands beauty pageant leaders to tackle controversy at key meetingA public meeting today will determine the future leadership and direction of the Miss Cook Islands contest.Khalia StrongFri, 14 Feb
Health • TongaTongan medical scientist lauded for pregnancy researchMaternity researcher Professor Tu’uhevaha Kaitu’u-Lino has been awarded a prestigious fellowship for the second time, sharing the science, faith and culture behind this milestone.Khalia StrongThu, 13 Feb
Law & OrderPacific woman's death highlights intimate partner violence crisisA murder-suicide exposes critical gaps in the system meant to protect victims, with advocates calling for more culturally appropriate support services.Khalia StrongMon, 10 Feb
Pacific Region • Sāmoa • Solomon IslandsMiss Sāmoa Litara Ieremia-Allan is crowned queen of the Pacific Islands The 24-year-old educator becomes the 11th Miss Sāmoa to win the Pacific pageant in its 36-year history, succeeding fellow Sāmoan Moemoana Safa’atoa Schwenke.Christine RovoiSun, 09 Feb
Sports • FijiFiji Rugby Union sacks director over same-sex relationship commentsFour days after appointing Laijipa Naulivou, a trailblazer in women's rugby in Fiji, the FRU has dismissed her.Christine RovoiThu, 06 Feb
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsStage set for Miss Pacific Islands pageantThe regional beauty contest gets underway this weekend in the Solomons Islands with eight women vying for the title.Susnation SetaFri, 31 Jan
Health‘Pray harder’ or seek science? The paradox of Pacific infertilityNew research shows the hidden struggles of Pacific couples experiencing infertility, and the added conflict of religious and cultural beliefs. Khalia StrongThu, 30 Jan
Pacific Region • Cook IslandsCook Islands returns to Pacific pageant after six-year breakNgatepaeru Marie Maoate will represent the Cook Islands at the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant, marking the country's return since 2019.Cook Islands NewsSat, 11 Jan
Business • Sāmoa • Niue • Cook IslandsBringing the Pacific to Aotearoa: Luxury gift boxes with island flairHandmade accessories and revered Niuean banana chips are among the unique items featured in a business highlighting Pasifika talent.Khalia StrongMon, 23 Dec
