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Samoa And New Zealand Differ Over Further Manawanui Compensation Claims
Friday, 26 June 2026, 4:55 pm | RNZ
Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters said at the time "we have responded to the Government of Samoa's request in full and with good faith." More >>
No Money For Upgrades To Vital Police Despatch System Due To Start Next Month
Friday, 26 June 2026, 3:50 pm | RNZ
The 10-year plan said phase two of the CAD upgrade would be ready to begin in July 2026 "subject to funding". More >>
Chris Bishop Turns Down Easing Truck Weight Restrictions
Friday, 26 June 2026, 3:44 pm | RNZ
Transporting New Zealand has long been calling for the government to ease truck weight restrictions. More >>
National And New Zealand First At Odds Again Over India Free Trade Agreement
Friday, 26 June 2026, 1:57 pm | RNZ
Peters told Parliament his coalition partners were planning "special, discriminatory, targeted restrictions just for Indians" but were trying to keep it secret. More >>
How Kiwi Generosity Is Helping Fund Life-Changing Eye Surgeries In The Pacific
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 7:23 pm | RNZ
The Foundation's work reaches far across the Pacific, where its outreach efforts help communities in need - from Fiji and Samoa, to Nauru, Papua New Guinea and beyond. More >>
Fiji Will Remain Unstable While Indigenous People Are Economically Sidelined, Ex-Coup Convict Says
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 7:01 pm | RNZ
Fiji has been rocked by four coups since gaining independence in 1970. The first two, in May and September 1987, were led by then-military lieutenant Sitiveni Rabuka, who is the current prime minister. More >>
A Timeline Of How The Fuel Crisis Impacted The Pacific
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 6:59 pm | RNZ
Samoa has lifted its diesel ceiling by more than two thirds during that time, Tonga by more than 60 percent in Tongatapu. More >>
Bougainville Sets Out Three-Stage Proposal For Full Independence By 2030
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 6:57 pm | RNZ
Bougainville would continue preparations for self-government until 1 September 2027, focusing on strengthening institutions, governance systems, peace and security, and economic readiness. More >>
Abuse In Care Redress Legislation Passes Final Reading In Parliament
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 6:54 pm | RNZ
The legislation that passed its final reading on Wednesday night puts in place a redress system for those abused in the care of the state. More >>
Shane Jones Faces Person Dressed As Grim Reaper Outside Environment Conference
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 6:32 pm | RNZ
The Environmental Defence Society's (EDS) conference 'Beyond the election: A new mandate for our environment' at the Grand Millenium Hotel held its second and final day on Thursday. More >>
Public To Get Their Say On Changes To Wellington Rates
Thursday, 25 June 2026, 5:55 pm | RNZ
Mayor Andrew Little said the result "makes good" on his commitment to rein in council spending while protecting community services and facilities. More >>
Generators Gone As Northern Mariana Islands Continues Recovery Post Sinlaku
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 6:26 pm | RNZ
Mission commander Captain Zach Bailey said the move reflected progress in restoring permanent electrical service across the Commonwealth. More >>
Pacific Finance Ministers Get Hands-On With Marshall Islands Digital Money
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 6:23 pm | RNZ
The summit featured a presentation by USDM1 representatives Tuesday followed by a hands-on experience with the Lomalo Wallet used for the USDM1 digital tokens. More >>
Fiji Investigates How Alleged Tax Fraud Suspect Fled The Country Despite Travel Ban
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 6:21 pm | RNZ
Fiji Revenue and Customs Service CEO Udit Singh told the newspaper that past leadership at the tax office was responsible for Peng fraud case. More >>
Negotiators Fail To Find Agreement In Numerous Areas At Bonn Climate Talks
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 6:19 pm | RNZ
The mid-year UN climate negotiations - in Bonn, Germany - wrapped up last week, the first major climate negotiating session since COP30 in Belém, Brazil. More >>
PM Puts On 'Usual Luxon Charm' For Rural Sector At Primary Industries Summit
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 5:31 pm | RNZ
Speaking to around 560 industry heads, delegates, scientists and farmers, Luxon said there "was nothing more important to New Zealand" than the primary industry. More >>
Labour Hopes New Community Underwrite Scheme Will Incentivise More Housing
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 2:52 pm | RNZ
Labour's housing spokesperson Kieran McAnulty said the guarantee was similar to that currently provided to banks, and would only be called on in the unlikely event of a default. More >>
STARLIFT Draws In NZ As States Seek Rocket Launchpads
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 2:38 pm | RNZ
The government said it had outlined New Zealand's space capabilities to STARLIFT. It foresaw business coming out of it. More >>
Government Shifts More Responsibility For Refugees To Community Organisations
Wednesday, 24 June 2026, 2:28 pm | RNZ
The strength of the programme lies in the human connection - communities providing practical support, a sense of belonging, and helping people find their feet from day one, Costello said. More >>
Samoa Police Denied Access To Interview Accused Hitmen In Person - Acting Commissioner
Tuesday, 23 June 2026, 6:25 pm | RNZ
The two Samoan nationals read televised confessions, handcuffed and restrained in chairs, after Tovia died at the scene and his associate, Sauni Sam, was seriously injured. More >>
