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Drua defeat Waratahs to keep hopes alive
The Drua won 28-14 over the Waratahs going into the 11th round next week.
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Football turning dreams into reality for Fijian teenager
11:08 am todayAdi Ulamila is living proof that FIFA's Football for Schools programme can deliver life-changing benefits.
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What was HMNZS Manawanui doing before it sank?
18 Apr 2025There are calls for greater transparency - including whether the New Zealand warship was performing specific security for King Charles and Queen Camilla.
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Trump executive order opens up marine protected areas in Pacific waters
11:38 am todayThe US President has signed a proclamation to unleash American commercial fishing in the Pacific Ocean.
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Renowned artist receives recognition for his contribution to Pacific art and culture
18 Apr 2025Sopolemalama Filipe Tohi has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts (honoris causa) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to both the Pacific and global art scenes.
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Patafilo excited with Moana Pasifika experience
18 Apr 2025Pepesana Patafilo is relishing the opportunities he has had with Moana Pasifika. The 28-year-old former Hurricanes player said the joy of playing for the North Harbour based franchise club beats...
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Academic questions New Zealand's coming approach on climate aid
17 Apr 2025A Ministry of Froeign Affairs and Trade spokesperson said, "Any future climate finance commitment beyond 2025 is yet to be determined by the government." Audio
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Met office urges public not to spread rumours
In a statement on Thursday, the department said there were "several rumours circulating about earthquakes".
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Dengue, influenza outbreaks in the Pacific
17 Apr 2025Cases of the flu in Niue and dengue in Tonga and Fiji are being monitored.
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Why NZ needs the United States to stay committed to the Pacific
17 Apr 2025With concerns over Washington's retreat from the region, geopolitics and security experts say Winston Peters is signalling to the United States "to remain invested in the Pacific". Audio
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Pacific briefs for 17 April
17 Apr 2025A round-up of news from around the region, including former PM Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi throwing his hat back in Samoa's election ring.
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'Win this one': Frustrated Drua aims to upset Waratahs
17 Apr 2025Head coach Glen Jackson told reporters ahead of their round 10 clash that "we just need to make sure that we start well".
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Tuvalu unveils its first ever ATMs and point-of-sale systems
Officials called it a "transformative" era of modern banking in the island nation.
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Tongan sister-duo release Matariki album to celebrate culture and language
Ōtautahi-based music group, Loopy Tunes - known for their vibrant Pasifika music for pre-schoolers - have released a new album celebrating Matariki, New Zealand's Māori New Year.
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First Pacific Islander installed Archbishop of Nouméa, Wallis-and-Futuna, and Vanuatu
17 Apr 2025Monsignor Susitino Sionepoe, 60, from Wallis-and Futuna, was officially installed on Saturday.
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CNMI scoops top honours at Marine Diving Awards
17 Apr 2025The US territory was recognised as the number two 'Best Overseas Diving Area' and also placed third in the 'First Overseas Destination' category.
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Tonga's 'tug-of-war continues' over unresolved allegations
Tongan Prime Minister Dr 'Aisake Eke has made a number of claims against his predecessor Hu'akavameiliku but has yet elaborate on them. Audio
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Ta'eiloa keeps focus on Super Rugby despite ranking
16 Apr 2025The 21-year-old, originally from the Kaikorai Rugby Club in Otago, is fast becoming a star in the making in the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific competition.
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Sir Peter calls for bold decisions from Marape after failed leadership challenge
16 Apr 2025Sir Peter was the latest to unsuccessfully challenge Prime Minister James Marape, losing by 89 votes to 16.
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Deep-sea mining firm seeks mining lease near American Samoa
16 Apr 2025Impossible Metals has asked US federal officials to launch a commercial auction for access to deposits of nickel, cobalt, and other critical minerals off the coast of American Samoa.
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NZ, Fiji reaffirm 'indispensable partnership', aim for $2b trade goal
New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says they are stepping up their cooperation with Fiji to address growing regional challenges.
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Fijian defence minister draws flak for six-week overseas travel
"I do not travel to take advantage of taxpayers. I travel because my job demands it," Pio Tikoduaduako says.
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Cyclone Tam tracks south of Vanuatu
In the latest update from Fiji's Metservice, issued overnight, the cyclone was moving south-southeast at about 20 knots.
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Cook Islanders celebrate Kia Orana Day 2025
16 Apr 2025The event was held on Saturday at Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua, Wellington.
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Peters emphasises growing importance of NZ's Pacific ties with US
15 Apr 2025"Our Pacific links with the United States are more important than ever," the Foreign Affairs Minister said after rounding up the Hawai'i leg of his three-country Pacific tour.
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'Chief servant' Marape defeats no-confidence vote
15 Apr 2025The Prime Minister defeated the vote of no confidence by 89 to 16 on Tuesday, and said he "will try my absolute best to continue on leaving no place and no one behind".
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'Take precautions': Fiji advises tourists amid dengue outbreak
The country's tourism minister says key tourism areas are not affected, as local authorities try to tackle a dengue outbreak.
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Book aims to share Niuean culture
A children's book on Niuean culture has just been released in New Zealand. Audio
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