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China, US to be invited to New Zealand for next year's Pacific Islands Forum

New Zealand was disappointed in the Solomon Islands excluding certain nations.

Gunman allegedly storms Tonga radio office, threatens reporter after gang story airs

The female journalist was allegedly warned not to run more news about the Comancheros.

'Spreading like wildfire': Fiji grapples with soaring HIV cases

Fiji recorded more than 2000 new HIV cases last year, up 26% on 2024.

Samoan choreographers behind Michael Jackson biopic proud of Pacific roots

Samoan brothers Rich and Tone Talauega spent two years training Jaafar Jackson.

Power players of property: The men behind billions in homes and offices

These 12 CEOs control billions of dollars of New Zealand land and buildings.

Vast St Johns site another victim of Chinese developer's failure

First the ghost tower was marketed, now a second Shundi site to be sold in bid for cash.

What happens to Sir Bob Jones' $2 billion+ legacy a year after his death?

'Key thing to know is that Bob's biggest wish is that he wanted the business to continue.'

'Denied' – Auckland restaurant opened four years ago fails to win building consent

Joanna Pidgeon says it should be demolished or the council should take action.

ANZ Premiership coach defends netball depth after Casey Kopua, Leana de Bruin comebacks

Former Silver Ferns Leana de Bruin and Casey Kopua played in round four.

Struggling to make ends meet: Rates squeeze drives retiree from 'forever home'

Oromahoe retiree Gail Olliver is selling her 'forever home' as rates hit $5000.

Inside the failed bid to lure a third supermarket giant to take on the grocery duopoly

Documents show ministers scoured the world for a new rival.

Can Oscar Bonavena produce fairy-tale farewell in Rowe Cup?

Oscar Bonavena is one of the most enigmatic heroes New Zealand racing has had.