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The US Ambassador to Indonesia has visited West Papua and indicated American interest in helping to keep the endangered forests of Papua region intact. Audio

The latest disaster assessments in Papua New Guinea have found the cost of getting food relief to drought stricken communities is prohibitive. Audio

There are mixed feelings on the likelihood of the PACER Plus regional trade deal negotiations wrapping up by mid-year, amid speculation that island economies are not in a position to benefit from it.

The Solomon Islands Ministry of National Unity Reconciliation and Peace says the US$375,000 paid last week to an association representing ex-militants will not be accessible to its members as cash… Audio

Terry Robinson is the owner of Morning Glory, which was one of the boats that went to help with the rescue. Audio

Thousands of people are estimated to have had their livelihoods affected by the destruction of Savalalo Market in Samoa, which was burned to the ground over the weekend. Audio

The Government is being told it needs to push harder to help New Zealanders who are being held in Australian detention centres. Audio

A Canada-based film maker has started a crowd funding appeal to help finance the final leg of his two year journey documenting the outgoing Kiribati President Anote Tong's campaign to save his people… Audio

An Auckland student whose son was so badly effected by his cold home - that he became ill with asthma and was hospitalised - is developing a tent for children's beds to keep them warm and mould free. Audio

In response to a wave of youth suicides in recent months, a group of young people struggling to cope with their loss have got together to write and perform a play. Audio

Rural firefighters from New Zealand this morning begin helping their Australian counterparts fight the devastating Victorian bushfires. Audio

With PNG tourism lagging far behind what it could be in terms of visitor numbers and economic benefits, industry figures indicate a more concerted national effort is needed if PNG tourism hopes to tap… Audio

A song Neil Finn penned 20 years ago about refugees finding safe harbour in America, this year it took on a new life as a fundraiser to help Syrian refugees. Audio

Alama Ieremia says he's ready to lead Manu Samoa up the rankings after being named as the new national head coach. Audio

Peer review of New Zealand's approach to aid raises some concerns but is generally positive. Audio

'The psychopathology of James Bond, and its implications for the revision of the DSM-007' is a tongue in cheek study of James Bond with a serious message - stopping diagnostic creep. Its authors from… Audio

Parents in New Zealand hoping to raise their children to be bilingual in Samoan and English say there are not enough learning resources available in Samoan, either in print or online. Audio

The Papua New Guinea police constabulary is revamping its recruitment process in an effort to address discipline problems plaguing the force. Audio

A new organisation just launched in Majuro hopes to help young Marshall Islanders better understand the legacy of American nuclear weapons testing in the country. Audio

A new report suggests the Pacific could start competing with countries like India and the Philippines in attracting international call centre operations. Audio

Wellington's Victoria University has commended four Pasifika students for being among the first from the region to graduate from its international leadership programme. Audio

The UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Education says he's impressed with reforms to Fiji's education system but there are still areas that need attention. Audio

There are conflicting reports in the Cook Islands over whether the Ministry of Health told the country's only doctor who specialises in the care of women, to stop making appointments for terminations… Audio

New Zealand's Minister of Women says she hopes service providers can learn to use Samoan culture to help prevent violence against Samoan women in New Zealand communities. Audio