In an exclusive interview with RNZ Pacific, US Ambassador to the Cook Islands Jared Novelly said the port upgrade in the northern Cook Islands would be "an extreme maritime benefit".

A New Zealand national and a Samoan national have been charged by Samoa Police in relation to the alleged shooting murder of a suspected gangleader in Vietnam in May.

Deputy Leader Carmel Sepuloni said Pacific Island Forum countries would be allowed in on an NZeTA for three months at a time, like 61 other countries, if the government changes.

The New Zealand government website SafeTravel has warned people travelling to Fiji to avoid activities that could increase their risk of HIV infection.

Vanuatu's Maritime Affairs commissioner says "some needs to be held responsible" and is seeking criminal charges against the captain and owners of the MV Matui.

Local MP Dana Kirkpatrick insists the council has not asked her for help to address damage.

The man - who was suspended from duty in December 2025 - has been charged with 70 offences which occurred over a 10-year period.

Among the five is the iconic Family Bar - a staple among Auckland's rainbow communities for more than 20 years.

Sixteen staff members at Pahiatua Medical Centre want the Primary Health Organisation to step in by the end of next week or they will walk.

The Fire and Emergency NZ board will meet soon to answer the minister’s accusations.