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Govt taken advice on amnesty for overstayers, decision "quite soon"
It comes amid reports controversial dawn raids are still occurring despite Govt apology.
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All schools in Samoa have been closed due to a flu outbreak affecting mostly children.
American Samoa confirms second case of measles
The second confirmed case is a 4-year-old boy from Tafuna.
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King Charles, Rishi Sunak – and now possibly the US President.
Measles outbreak in American Samoa leads to travel restrictions in Samoa
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Podcast focuses on Māori and Pasifika mental health
A podcast aimed at Maori and Pasifika aims to break down mental health barriers.
Three of Tonga’s favourite daughters welcomed back to the Friendly Islands
Deputy Prime Minister Carmel Sepuloni returns to her roots.
'The more precise information we have, the better...response' - Pasifika health expert Sir Collin Tukuitonga
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Government announces funding to help projects in Solomon Islands
A total of $20.4 million has been announced to help projects in the Solomon Islands.
Star light, star bright: Epic stargazing experiences in Fiji
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NZ boosts support for climate action in Solomon Islands
The Government has committed $15m to support Solomon Islands provincial governments.
Deputy PM downplays China tensions at start of Pacific tour
Carmel Sepuloni flew out to the Solomon Islands to strengthen relations with the nation.
Hōkūle’a expedition will visit 36 Pacific Rim countries
Hōkūle’a sets sail in June for four-year expedition.
Carmel Sepuloni to lead first mission to Pacific since Covid-19
Deputy PM says it's more important than ever we take collective action on climate change.
'Now we are truly equal': Cook Islands parliament decriminalises homosexuality
The passing of the bill reflects the Cook Islands' changing society.
Pacific Games broadcasting rights to be shared
The 2023 games will focus on member countries rather than an individual company.
Making sure our children survive: Vaccine project in Pacific continues
Junior Tooma was only a month old when a deadly disease quickly took over his body.
Watch Wāhine Win research focuses on gender equity in the workplace with a specific focus on Māori, Pasifika and Asian women
2000+ participated in the research launched at McAuley High School.
Pasifika bearing the brunt of New Zealand’s housing crisis
New Zealand is one of the most expensive places to buy a home.
Willie Jackson: I want to thank Ardern on behalf of Māori
Willie Jackson pays tribute to Jacinda Ardern.
Struggling whānau are not eating fruit and veges and not going to the dentist
Māori and Pasifika children make up the largest section of struggling households.
Air Vanuatu woes: Delay to 737 repairs cancel Auckland flights until after Easter
Delays in getting parts for the grounded 737 have had knock-on effects for travellers.
Ni-Vanuatu people living with impacts of cyclones Judy and Kevin a month on
Communities in Vanuatu still lack clean water a month after cyclones hit.
Dave Letele reveals new TV opportunity after Today FM closure
Dave Letele will feature in a new TVNZ series, Heavyweight.
Sir Buck Shelford wants new day to honour defence forces
NZRSA President Sir Wayne Shelford says RSA clubs must get up with today's wants.
More Pacific NRL stars opt to play for their homelands
All NRL teams now feature stars with Pacific nations heritage - and this is a good thing.
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Former Silver Fern takes shot at Mayor Wayne Brown's budget cuts
Proposed library closures will impact society’s most vulnerable - experts.
Māori activists confront deep-sea mining ship
The Greenpeace activists trying to stop the controversial practice in the Pacific.
Cruise holidays: Love and war in the Trobriand Islands
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