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Australian leaders clash over China's expansion in Pacific
Australian PM Scott Morrison accused the opposition of 'taking China's side'.
One document you may need to be allowed to drive overseas
In some destinations, a full licence isn't valid without this key permit.
Red alert issued as ex-cyclone Fili tracks towards East Coast
Tropical Cyclone Fili is tracking further east of New Zealand, the latest models show.
Samoa seeks help from NZ for its youngest Covid patient
Samoa is seeking medical help for its youngest Covid patient, a 1-year-old girl.
Niue reveals dates for quarantine-free travel
Kiwis can soon travel to this tropical destination without needing to quarantine.
First interview: Man kept as slave in NZ speaks out
He was lured to NZ by promises of money and a better life, but was kept as a slave.
Remnants of cyclone Fili set to hit North Island next week
Weeks after Gisborne was hit with flooding the region could be hit with wet weather again.
'Something went terribly wrong': Kiwi couple were fixing boat before electrocution deaths
Ben and Rochelle Neill were found dead after a suspected accident.
Revealed: Louisa Wall's new job outside Parliament
Louisa Wall's job is part of a managed exit after withdrawing as an electorate candidate.
Dan Carter calls on super-sub Stephen Donald for help again
Carter is returning to Eden Park to kick 1598 balls over 24 hours for charity.
Samoa and Vanuatu record first Covid-19 related deaths
One death has been recorded in Samoa while Vanuatu has had two deaths.
New Zealand's first Pan Pacific hub is shaping up in Hamilton
Pacific Island community trust K'aute Pasifika hosted a site visit for selected invitees.
Solomons' leader confirms security pact with China
The treaty could allow China to deploy police and military personnel in Solomon Islands.
NZ medical team to provide mental health support in Tonga
Eight NZ medical profs have left for Tonga to help with trauma in tsunami aftermath.
'Joint ambition': NZ, Fiji pen new partnership focused on 'five principles'
New Zealand and Fiji have signed a partnership agreement promising 'shared commitment'.
'Gravely concerning': PM on Chinese warships being allowed in South Pacific
Ardern says there is no need for China to station military vessels near Solomon Islands.
Fiji holidays: Top tips for a visit to Six Senses Fiji in the Mamanuca Islands
This luxury island resort is reopening on April 1. Here's why you should visit.
China's security pact with Solomon Islands raises alarm in the Pacific
New York Times: The agreement could give China a pivotal foothold in the region.
'Very concerning': Nanaia Mahuta reacts to leaked China-Solomon Islands policing 'deal'
"This purported agreement could destabilise the current institutions and arrangements..."
Bryce Edwards: Why we shouldn't celebrate a refugee deal with Australia
Here are nine reasons New Zealand's refugee deal with Australia isn't as good as it seems.
NZ, Australia refugee deal due to political pressure, Amnesty says
Advocates welcome the deal, but say it does not go far enough.
'Prison islands': NZ, Aus reach deal over resettling refugees
It comes nine years after the offer was made.
Commonwealth awards: Pacific trio recognised for service to communities
Three Pacific people have been recognised by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth.
Covid in Samoa: All flights suspended as Pacific nation goes into lockdown
Yesterday Samoa recorded its first case of community transmitted Covid-19.
Cheating death: Recovering rugby star and wife's new life in island paradise
'When you come close to death, you think about what kind of life you want to be living'.
Introducing Talanoa: Shining a light on Pasifika people and their stories
The Herald's Pasifika editor, Vaimoana Tapaleao, talks about the new section: Talanoa.
Northland family desperate to fast-track Ukrainian visa process, as mum flees war-zone with single backpack
Northland man pushes to bring his mother-in-law from Ukraine to New Zealand.
Ex-cop wins Fulbright to study how kava could treat PTSD
Waikato University scholar will travel to US to study the healing potential of kava.
Death toll nears six million as pandemic enters third year
Some analysts put the number of deaths much higher - at between 14 and 23.5 million.
Covid cases now at 25 in the Cook Islands
From tomorrow, non-household close contacts will only have to self-isolate for seven days.
Funding boost for Māori and Pasifika health providers to help Covid families
The Government has announced $140 million will go to assist affected whānau.
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Deportees from New Zealand 'fuelling Pacific Islands drug addiction'
Study says deportation policies are making drug problems worse in Pacific nations.