A new Head of State has been appointed in Samoa

Shandelle Battersby checks into a near-new luxury resort near Waikiki Beach.

"Moment of truth" as NZ cops depart Solomon Islands after 14 years of peacekeeping.

Solomons residents hurt by 2006 riots are nervous about NZ's withdrawal from the country.

The surrender of firearms in the Solomons had unintended consequences, a Kiwi cop says.

NZ scientists reveal an explosive history behind the 2014 eruption that made a new island.

Ever wondered where the super-rich go for a bit of Pacific R&R?

Pleasure abounds at this Vanua Levu eco-resort, writes Shandelle Battersby.

Few aviation mysteries have captivated the public as much as the disappearance of Earhart.

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.

Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa - Samoan Language Week - is this week.

Reporter Vaimoana Tapaleao looks at how gagana Samoa has impacted her life

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