PM has returned from his tour of the Pacific. Claire Trevett spoke to him on the way back.

English and a host of govt representatives have spent the last week on the annual jaunt.

Kiwi PM receives apology for alleged "recent incidents" involving Tongan seasonal workers.

Isobel Marriner realises a long-held yearning to explore an old Pacific trading route.

Niue Premier Toke Talagi disgruntled that New Zealand brought in the food for lunch.

Bill English is visiting Niue for the first time as Prime Minister.

Bill English has defended his decision to head to the Pacific just before an election.

The Pacific Dance Festival provides valuable opportunities for local dancers.

PM Bill English's four-day trip may feature talk of Donald Trump - but no dancing.

Leaving is so hard to do, writes Courtney Whitaker.

More people were travelling more often thanks to record low flight prices.

Olivia Foa'i and her father, Opetaia Foa'i are nominated in the Pacific Music Awards

Saiyad Shah is one of the many dairy owners who have fallen victim to violence.

When you land in Aitutaki you're not in Paradise but relax, it's not far away.

Olivia Foa'i is a finalist in two categories in this year's Pacific Music Awards.

Cruise line expects to carry a record 40,000 Kiwis in 2018 and inject $25m into economy.

There's no better way than to paddle through nature's marineland in the middle kingdom.

Bill English will pick up another title when he visits Samoa this week.

Peter de Graaf finds a prime holiday spot on a quiet Pacific island.

Isobel Marriner gives the lowdown on sailing to a Pacific paradise.

The Govt snuck stricter welfare rules for migrants into the Budget.

Aupito Pupu Lolesio was refused an ambulance after suffering a gash in a fall.

Gene variants that could help explain high rates of gout in Maori and Pacific people.

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.