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Cyclone Ula not expected to intensify
The Fiji Meteorological Service says Tropical Cyclone Ula is not expected to intensify at this stage.
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Samoa on alert as possible cyclone nears
A tropical depression near Samoa could develop into a category one cyclone, the Fiji Met Service says.
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Toxic shellfish warning in North Island
Large areas of the North Island's coast are off-limits for shellfish gathering, with high levels of the toxin that causes paralytic shellfish poisoning found.
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Live The Dream - Siobhan Patia
It will take some time before the world learns if the Paris climate change agreement is worth the paper it's written on. 25 year old Auckland law student Siobhan Patia is not content to wait… Audio
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Cook Islands disaster authorities want more powers
Disaster authorities in the Cook Islands are calling for more powers to allow them to communicate directly with government ministries during disasters.
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Cooks helmet issue slips through the cracks
Cook Island leaders have missed the opportunity to officially put the call for compulsory motorcycle helmets back on the table in Parliament.
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'Three Wise Cousins' combines culture and comedy on big screen
Audio 24 Dec 2015A grassroots comedy about what it takes for a New Zealand-born Samoan to transform into a 'real island guy' is for some a nostalgic trip back to the islands, and for others a first time glimpse into… Audio
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Cooks' Muri Lagoon work at a standstill
The murky green algae blanketing the floor of a major tourist attraction in the Cooks Islands is set to stay put over the Christmas period.
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Cooks ministry told off for conflict of interest
The Cook Islands Ministry of Marine Resources has been given a slap on the wrist for awarding a computer contract to a company whose director was working as the government department's IT manager.
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Samoa culture on big screen in 'Three Wise Cousins' comedy
A grassroots comedy about what it takes for a New Zealand born Samoan to transform into a 'real island guy' is for some a nostalgic trip back to the islands, and for others a first time glimpse into…
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Samoans in New Zealand want more language resources
Audio 22 Dec 2015Parents 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
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Dateline Pacific morning edition for 21 December 2015
Audio 21 Dec 2015Links between communities on both sides of New Guinea island continue to grow; A new report suggests the Pacific could be attractive for international call centre operators; A push for compulsory… Audio
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Cooks Parliament to review compulsory motorcycle helmets
Audio 21 Dec 2015Cook Islands politicians are renewing a new campaign for compulsory motorcycle helmets, after a spate of deaths on the road there. Audio
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Nordic Cooking
Ever fancied knocking up a proper Viking meal? Well, chef Magnus Nilsson knows exactly what you'll need. His new book is a compendium of Nordic cooking, outlining each culture's food specialty -… Audio
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Exploited Cooks workers told to raise it with their employer
The Cook Islands internal affairs ministry says it's up to disgruntled employees to raise grievances with their employers after complaints of exploitation.
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Dateline Pacific evening edition for 18 December 2015
Audio 18 Dec 2015Five weeks to go before snap elections in Vanuatu; The UN impressed with Fiji education reforms but say some challenges remain; PNG officials prepare drought management plans; Conflicting views over… Audio
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Samoas look at more economic cooperation
Economic cooperation between Samoa and American Samoa is the focus of discussions underway in Pago Pago.
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Sport: Cook Islands netballers take positives from heavy series loss
The Cook Islands netball team are remaining upbeat despite another heavy defeat against the New Zealand development squad.
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MOH in Cook Islands says it doesn't make abortion referrals
The Ministry of Health in the Cook Islands says it has never made abortion referrals, and probably never will.
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Dateline Pacific morning edition for 18 December 2015
Audio 18 Dec 2015PNG officials meet to develop drought plan; Views conflict over abortion policy in Cook Islands; Report highlights Samoan culture to counter violence against women; Clarity still sought over Vanuatu… Audio
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Views conflict over abortion policy in Cook Islands
Audio 18 Dec 2015There 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
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Sport: Cook Islands netballers outclassed by NZ Development
The Cook Islands netball team have been thrashed 78-23 by a New Zealand development squad in the first of two matches at Rarotonga's National Sports Arena last night.
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Cooks parliament closes after two days
The Cook Islands Prime Minister closed the doors on parliament yesterday after a record short two-day sitting.
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Cooks Opposition says helmet laws need enforcing
The Leader of the Opposition in the Cook Islands says enforcement is the key to a call for compulsory motorcycle helmets there.
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Purse seine petition in Cooks parliament
An anti purse seine fishing petition signed by more than 4,000 Cook Islanders has been tabled in the country's parliament.
