The climate in tropical regions could become unrecognisable by the end of this century.

Selina Jones-Ofisa of Nesian Nails, in Mangere, specialises in Pacific-inspired nail art.

Stephanie Holmes enjoys a Fijian resort so exclusive Customs doesn't know it.

Shandelle Battersby checks into a newly-renovated property with views of Hilo Bay.

Lindsay Wright finds the Vava'u island group is a haven for babies.

New Zealand sailor Joseph Tua was last seen on April 29.

Michael Wayne struggles his way to the remote beach where James Cook met his death.

Bay pupils find affinity in Aoteroa Maori team, court time or not, for Fiji trip.

'Almost perfect' drug smuggling operation funded high life of flash cars and costly wines.

Resort ensures its fare is not just a footnote to a visit to Fiji.

Cyclone Donna will lose a lot of power as she hits NZ, but will still bring heavy rain.

Handing in her last uni assignment was meant to bring happiness and relief.

Sea level rise models suggest coral reef islands are more resilient than first thought.

A climate scientist gives a 25 per cent chance of Tropical Cyclone Donna visiting NZ.

The cyclone has destroyed houses, churches and trees in the north of Vanuatu.

Up to a dozen shipping containers have sunk off Suva Harbour, Fiji.

Disappearance most likely due to mishap at spectacular visitor site, Samoan police say.

The "severe" cyclone is expected to batter Vanuatu with winds up to 130km/h.

Tropical Cyclone Donna is expected to hit Vanuatu this weekend.

Vanuatu residents who worship Prince Philip believe cyclone sent by weather gods.

If you want to get away from the hordes, try one of these off-the-radar hot spots.

Shandelle Battersby checks into an Outrigger property on the Hawaiian island of Kauai.

Guy Needham warms to Tuvalu - in more ways than one.

Eye surgeon who travelled via Jetstar to carry out surgery was left with no gear.

Low fuel prices and increased competition sees Kiwis reaping price war benefits

Students leaders from South Auckland will take part in a new production: Southside Rise.

Reuniting with family, Jesse Leonard finds his sibling bonds remain strong in Rarotonga.

Maori and Pacific youth mental health research is getting $2 million in funding.

Pesky pine pollen from New Zealand forests could be altering far-away ocean ecosystems.

Fiji's northern resorts have recovered as off-the-beaten-track holiday havens.