New Zealand
NZ and Australia urged to persist over Fiji
A former civil servant in charge of Foreign Affairs in Fiji says New Zealand and Australia should persist in raising concerns over democracy in the country. Audio
New Zealand well poised to lead Pacific aid
In a world of shrinking aid budgets and closing borders New Zealand is well poised to show global leadership according to this country's umbrella body for non-government organisations.
Full text of Pacific's PACER Plus deal made public
The full text of the PACER Plus trade deal has now been released and the New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay says it will help show how it will benefit New Zealand and the Pacific.
Tongan traditional wear with a modern twist
A Tongan woman is pushing the boundaries of Tongan fashion by taking traditional Tongan garments and adding a contemporary twist to the items.
Pacific SAR officials have strategy to improve effectiveness
The workshop in Auckland for Pacific search and rescue personnel last week led to a plan for each of the member countries to improve their SAR capability.
Tongan traditional garments turn contemporary in New Zealand
Tongan traditional garments with a contemporary look will be showcased for the first time in New Zealand this weekend.
NZ Foreign Minister travels to Fiji
New Zealand's Foreign Minister Gerry Brownlee is travelling to Fiji today for talks with Fiji's Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama.
NZ prime minister to receive Samoan chiefly title
The New Zealand prime minister Bill English is to be bestowed with a chiefly title on a visit to Samoa this week.
Sonny Natanielu - Celebrating Samoan language, culture and identity
Samoan-born Sonny Natanielu has come a long way from trying to scrub his skin off as a teen, to now celebrating his language, culture and identity. "I was born in... Video
Fiji cultural gifts to be returned by NZ
Nearly 150 whales teeth will be handed over to Fiji's prime minister this morning by New Zealand Department of Conservation staff at a cultural ceremony in Fiji.
Courtney Sina Meredith, teller of tales about Samoan life
In celebration of Samoan Language Week, writer Courtney Sina Meredith shares her work and love of the culture. Video
Pacific researchers tackle taboo over suicide
Pacific researchers in Auckland have joined forces to produce the first ethnic specific framework on suicide prevention among Tongan youth in New Zealand. Audio
NZ govt. disputes claim that budget failed Pacific people
The New Zealand government has disputed an opposition claim that its budget failed Pacific people on housing.
Manus Island detainees beg for asylum in New Zealand
Refugees imprisoned by Australia on Manus Island have begged New Zealand prime minister Bill English for asylum. Ben Robinson Drawbridge reports. Audio
Auckland's screen industry needs more studios
Auckland needs more film studios if it's to meet the huge demand from overseas productions that want to shoot in New Zealand. Joanna Mackenzie reports on the demand. Audio
Pacific people to make up one in ten NZers by 2038
Statistics New Zealand figures released today show one in ten people in the country will be of Pacific descent in 20 years time.
16 year old named in World Cup squad
The youngest ever player to attend a World Cup has been named in an otherwise experienced New Zealand women's cricket team for next month's tournament in England.
Push for more Pacific people to get into NZ tech sector
As part of Tech Week, the launch of a new internship programme was timed to also showcase Pacific tech entrepreneurs in Auckland this month. Audio
Wenda NZ visit exposes sensitivity over Papua
This week's visit to New Zealand by a West Papuan independence leader has thrown the polarisation around his cause into stark relief. Video, Audio
West Papuan leader sees solidarity grow in NZ
The West Papuan independence leader Benny Wenda says international support is growing. Audio