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Group defends racially tiered gig ticket prices amid backlash
A community organisation has responded to backlash over racially tiered ticketing for an upcoming event aimed to celebrate Tangata Moana.
Baby with whooping cough dies over holiday period
Health officials declared an epidemic several weeks ago as cases spiked.
Voters head to the polls in Vanuatu less than a month after earthquake
Over 180,000 registered voters are expected to head to the polls in Vanuatu on Thursday. The fact this election is even happening is astounding for a country whose capital city suffered a magnitude… Audio
News in Tongan 16 January 2025
The latest news in the Tongan language(Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
News in Niuean for 16 January 2025
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 16 January 2025
The latest News in Cook Island Maori ( Te Reo Maori Kiki Airani), brought to you by our partners Pacific Media Network Audio
Pacific News in French for 16 January 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news in the French language (La Langue Française). Audio
Pacific news in brief for 15 January 2025
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including PNG soldiers destroying properties.
News in Tongan 15 January 2025
The latest news in the Tongan language(Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 15 January 2025
The latest News in Cook Island Maori ( Te Reo Maori Kiki Airani), brought to you by our partners Pacific Media Network Audio
Fiji to face NZ in Perth Sevens pool play
Sevens series leaders Fiji will face New Zealand, Uruguay and Kenya in their group at the Perth Sevens.
Pacific news in brief for 14 January 2025
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including fireworks amnesty in Hawai'i following a devastating explosion.
News in Niuean for 14 January 2025
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 14 January 2025
The latest News in Cook Island Maori ( Te Reo Maori Kiki Airani), brought to you by our partners Pacific Media Network Audio
News in Tongan 14 January 2025
The latest news in the Tongan language(Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
La Nina possibility drives up cyclone risk
The risk of cyclones in Pacific Islands close to the coral sea could increase as a La Niña watch remains in place.
Tropical Cyclone Pita downgraded to a tropical low
The Cook Islands Meteorological Service says Tropical Cyclone Pita has been downgraded to a tropical low
Niue cyclone warning cancelled
A tropical cyclone warning in place for Niue due to cyclone Pita has been cancelled.
Australia responsible for Nauru detainees - UN Human Rights Committee
Two decisions from the UN Human Rights Committee say Australia remained responsible for the detention of asylum seekers in Nauru.
Ice cream for Vanuatu
Thomas Bros Orchard in Motueka have dedicated their busiest day of the season to fundraising efforts for the families of staff members in Vanuatu. Audio
