We’re under threat
FOR families waking up to cold winter mornings in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, or North America, the allure of the
Pacific
What’s under the waves?
FOR decades, the Cook Islands have sold a dream of ‘paradise’ – a sanctuary of vibrant coral reefs and crystal-clear lagoons that
Giants of paradise: The unsung heroes of tourism
THEY have been swimming in our Blue Pacific Ocean for generations, their invisible highways quietly sustaining life, culture and economies. Today, these blue corridors are more than ecological pathways; they have become
Time to recover
FOR more than five years, New Caledonia’s tourism industry has been battered by a series of shocks: from the closure of
Sharing is key
A GROWING call for shared leadership between men and women is emerging across the Pacific, as women leaders push for stronger representation in decision-making and governance. One Pacific leader advocating for this
Time to thrive
WHEN Hilda C. Heine was elected President of the Marshall Islands in 2016, she did more than make history – she challenged longstanding barriers facing women in Pacific politics. As the first woman to lead an
Movers and Shakers
GOVERNOR Pulaalii Nikolao Pula has appointed Abigail Marie Poyer as the first Commissioner of American Samoa’s newly established
Weather workshop targets disability group
OVER 50 participants from organisations of persons with disabilities (OPDs) and national meteorological services across the
Grassroots communities and women left behind in climate funding
GRASSROOTS communities and women-led organisations in the Pacific are missing out on climate finance, despite being among the most
Pacific climate finance gaps threaten local resilience
CLIMATE finance in the Pacific is not keeping up with urgent needs, as complex systems, slow approvals, and financial risks still
Climate talks: Pacific faces rising security risks
CLIMATE change is no longer just an environmental concern but a growing threat to security, stability, and development across the
Former PIFS boss dies
TRIBUTES have started to flow in for former Pacific Islands Forum secretary general, Sir Noel Levi, who died last week in his
PACNEWS TWO, 18 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. NIUE — Niue sets 02 May election date as Assembly to be dissolved2. SOL — Solomon Islands Foreign Minister quits, joins opposition to lead government takeover bid3. PACIFIC — NZ to
PACNEWS SPORTS, 18 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — ‘Kids get stuck’: Iro’s vision for Cook Islands pathway to NRL2. RUGBY — Fijiana step up preparations, eyes on Vuvale Bowl3. BOXING — Tongan boxer
PACNEWS ONE, 18 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. SOL — No confidence motion filed against Solomon Islands PM Manele, PFP confirms formation of new coalition2. TONGA — New Zealand pledges $30m support as PM Luxon visits Tonga3. PACIFIC
PACNEWS THREE, 17 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: UN — War-driven energy price spikes highlight value of renewables: UN climate chief2. COOKS — Cook Islands-New Zealand standoff ‘concerning but not beyond repair: Former PM Helen
PACNEWS TWO, 17 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — NZ PM Luxon calls Sāmoa ‘family’ but defends visa rules for Pacific travellers2. PACIFIC — NZ, Samoa vow to combat flow of drugs through Pacific ‘super
PACNEWS SPORTS, 17 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. BOXING — Sāmoa wins historic gold at World Boxing Future Cup in Bangkok2. RUGBY LEAGUE — Johnston sees lure of more history as a PNG Chief3. RUGBY — ‘It’s
PACNEWS ONE, 17 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Forum DSG Solofa warns climate change is Pacific’s ‘single greatest threat’2. PACIFIC — Samoan leader calls out great power ‘bullying’ as hosts NZ prime
PACNEWS THREE, 16 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. SOL — Solomon Islands PM confirms resignation of 10 Cabinet Ministers2. VAN — Vanuatu pushes for strong UN resolution to operationalise the ICJ climate ruling3. FIJI — Proposed
PACNEWS TWO, 16 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. VAN — British and Lithuanian arrested in major cocaine haul in Vanuatu2. NZ — Winston Peters signals wider Pacific visa changes after fee cut3. MARSH — From the Deep Sea to ancient
NZ cuts visa fees for Pacific
NEW Zealand will temporarily reduce visitor visa fees for eligible Pacific nationals in a move aimed at boosting travel and
PACNEWS ONE, 16 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Iran war on Pacific agenda as Christopher Luxon jets to Samoa, Tonga for meetings2. PACIFIC — CROP Heads meet amidst evolving Regional and Global Environment3. PACIFIC —
