Pacific News Search
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NZ's PM talks to PNG media
The heads of NZ and PNG have met to discuss signing a new partnership agreement between the countries, regional issues and more places for horticultural workers in New Zealand.
Updated at 8:43 pm on 16 June 2024
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Scientists return from visit to Tongan super volcano
GNS scientists have just returned from leading a voyage to a super volcano that erupted near Tonga in 2022.
Updated at 8:43 am on 15 June 2024
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FestPAC 2024: Traditional Pacific carving practices celebrated
Master carvers from across the region have spent the week side by side, carving giant exhibition pieces to be displayed this weekend.
Updated at 6:05 pm on 14 June 2024
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Pasifika Sipoti previews
A preview of the OFC Nations Cup and Vanuatu women's beach volleyball team's attempt to qualify for the Paris Olympics.
Updated at 5:42 pm on 14 June 2024
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French Pacific news in brief
A round-up of news in brief from the French Pacific region, including "Marara" military exercise in French Polynesia that "illustrates France's commitment to security and stability in the Pacific.
Updated at 5:31 pm on 14 June 2024
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'Become comfortable' to 'explore emotions' - Putting the 'men' in mental health
Aucklander Dietrich Soakai grew up in spaces where men rarely talked about their emotions. He believes it's crucial for men to prioritise their mental health.
Updated at 4:05 pm on 14 June 2024
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Women in politics and public life
Pacific women should play a prominent role in politics, but how do they fare at parliament?
Updated at 12:27 pm on 14 June 2024
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Baron Waqa 'more than able' to lead Pacific Islands Forum - Sitiveni Rabuka
The new secretary general of the Pacific Islands Forum is "well equipped" for the role, the Fijian prime minister says.
Updated at 11:25 am on 14 June 2024
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Pacific military chaplains gather for faith forum in Auckland
Twenty-five chaplains from New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, Tonga and Papua New Guinea have gathered.
Updated at 11:19 am on 14 June 2024
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Discretionary funds blamed for PNG no-confidence push
A Papua New Guinea academic believes that the discretionary funds handed out to MPs are the root of the country's persistent pushes for votes of no confidence.
Updated at 10:17 am on 14 June 2024
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FestPAC 2024: Pacific traditional leaders sign Tuurama Ariki Declaration
The declaration solidifies their commitment to strengthen relationships and share knowledge on how to collectively face challenges confronting Pacific people.
Updated at 9:58 am on 14 June 2024
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Super Rugby Pacific: Semifinalists feature Pasifika heritage players
All four teams playing in this weekend's 2024 Super Rugby Pacific semifinals - Blues, Brumbies, Chiefs and the Hurricanes - will feature players who have links to the islands.
Updated at 9:48 am on 14 June 2024
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Work continues to relocate PNG villagers after devastating landslide
Enga's provincial administrator says tribal conflict was considered when finding a place to relocate displaced people.
Updated at 9:06 am on 14 June 2024
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Pacific news in brief for June 13
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremaia Manele welcoming a legal challenge against his election.
Updated at 4:29 pm on 13 June 2024
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French Pacific prepares for snap elections with mixed expectations
Most of the incumbent MPs for the French Pacific have announced they will run again.
Updated at 1:52 pm on 13 June 2024
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Mangaia: 'Three steps to heaven'
Feature - The dwindling population of the southern most island in the Cook Islands group has tripled this past week as Mangaians return home to celebrate two hundred years of Christianity.
Updated at 1:20 pm on 13 June 2024
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Q and A: RSE scheme employers want costs cut
Some employers in New Zealand who are part of the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme want changes because of the cost.
Updated at 12:56 pm on 13 June 2024
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Vanuatu votes in favour of constitutional change
It follows a slew of motions for votes of no confidence and three changes of government in 2023.
Updated at 11:51 am on 13 June 2024
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James Marape calls on key govt departments to drive economic results
The Papua New Guinea prime minister is calling on the Treasury, Finance, and National Planning departments to strategically drive the country's economic development.
Updated at 11:45 am on 13 June 2024
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Macron: New Caledonia changes 'suspended', not withdrawn
During a press conference in Paris, the French President mentioned all of the now-dissolved National Assembly's "pending projects".
Updated at 8:51 am on 13 June 2024
