The Pacific Conference of Churches also wants all Pacific Islands Forum engagement with Israel suspended until it complies with international court rulings and UN resolutions.

Pro-independence leaders have boycotted the signing of a strategic partnership deal on critical raw materials between the European US and the French Pacific territory.

Emotional debate has taken place in Papua New Guinea's parliament as it debates whether to approve independence for the autonomous region.

Indonesia says human rights issues in Papua are being dealt with, but civil society says access for the UN rights office and dialogue is needed.

The second round of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup will determine which Pacific Island teams will stay in the race for top-two finishes in their pools in both the men's and women's competitions.

FENZ announced on Friday afternoon that the chief executive had resigned "effective immediately" from his role.

A Wellington councillor says living in a block of social houses at the centre of a controversial sale changed the course of his life and allowed him to reach his potential.

The person has previously taught at a number of schools and community organisations in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions.

The man has had to deal directly with the school where the abuse happened.

This is great for the community because there will be continuation of care, Tararua Health Group's director says.