Pacific Islands
Pacific seeks to ensure 'wider commitment' on oceans
Wednesday 8 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
The global community needs to "be inspired" to defend the world's oceans ahead of the second United Nations Oceans Conference in Lisbon at the end of the month, a Fijian policymaker says.
China's whirlwind Pacific tour a slight success with several bilateral agreements signed
Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Analysis - China has been successful in signing multiple bilateral agreements with almost a dozen Pacific Island nations during its foreign minister Wang Yi's visit to the region.
Sports news in brief
Thursday 2 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Leali'ifano top Moana player, Pacific Mini Games disappointment, and futsal team's European invitation.
China's success in Pacific not entirely on paper
Wednesday 1 June 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Analysis - Despite China failing to gain endorsement from a dozen Pacific Island countries to sign up to its new regional multilateral trade and security agreement, Beijing has made its intentions known to the region: It is here to stay.
Stars lining up to play for Ikale Tahi
Friday 27 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Stars are lining up to play for Tonga's 'Ikale Tahi.
Pacific News In Brief
Thursday 26 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Massive payout for pearl farmers, New Caledonian drug arrest, and new coach for Tonga.
Cook Islands 2022 Budget focuses on health, minimum wage, and the pension
Tuesday 24 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
The Cook Islands 2022 Budget, called 'Keeping the Faith', includes a boost to the pension and minimum wage.
Covid-free Pacific islands look to rejoin the world
Monday 23 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
The Marshall Islands and the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), neither of which have had Covid community cases, are preparing to re-open their borders.
Cook Islands deputy PM reinstated
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
The seven-month suspension of Cook Islands Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau has been lifted ahead of the general election later in the year.
Pacific health services receive $76m boost
Thursday 19 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Pacific health services in New Zealand have received a $76 million boost in this year's Budget.
CNMI governor acquitted by Senate
Wednesday 18 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
The CNMI Senate has acquitted Gov. Ralph Torres of all six articles of impeachment against him, with all seven remaining senators voting strictly along party lines.
Arts initiative giving disabled Pasifika opportunities to develop
Friday 13 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Two New Zealand-based Pasifika artists are leading a new arts initiative called the Toa Residency to increase support for Pasifika disabled people wanting to enter the arts industry.
Pacific news in brief
Tuesday 10 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Ex-coach seeks seat in PNG parliament, crackdown on price hikes on basic goods, and Fijiana to take on Canada.
Stand-off between protesters and police on Norfolk Island averted
Monday 9 May 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
A stand-off was averted on Norfolk Island when a couple occupying a historic house chose to leave rather than face criminal charges.
'Humbling' response to Fa'afafine exhibition at Venice Biennale
Wednesday 4 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Alluring images and real-life stories of Sāmoa's Fa'afafine community have been described as 'powerful' at the 59th Venice Biennale, one of the most prestigious art and cultural exhibitions in the world
Call to help Pacific deal with corruption and money laundering
Tuesday 3 May 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
A law professor who has focuses on rooting out corruption says countries like New Zealand need to do more to help the Pacific cope with corruption and money laundering.
Moana Pasifika set for first game in Australia against the Rebels
Friday 29 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Moana Pasifika will kick off the Australian leg of their Super Rugby Pacific campaign against the Melbourne Rebels on Saturday night in Melbourne.
Moana Pasifika determined to break losing streak says coach
Thursday 28 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Sekope Kepu has recovered from his collar bone injury and will captain the Moana Pasifika against the Melbourne Rebels on Saturday night in round 11 of the Super Rugby Pacific tournament.
Pacific news in brief
Tuesday 26 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
PNG's PM Marape seeks damages against Swiss banking giant UBS.
Cooks businessman calls on NZ to put Fiji on transit visa waiver list
Friday 22 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
A Cook Islands businessman is calling on the New Zealand Government to add Fiji to its transit visa waiver list to help its labour shortage.
