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.

Bay pupils find affinity in Aoteroa Maori team, court time or not, for Fiji trip.

'Almost perfect' drug smuggling operation funded high life of flash cars and costly wines.

Locals say tickets too pricey to see the first Super Rugby game in Samoa.

Peter de Graaf stays adjacent to some of the best beaches on Aitutaki.

Resort ensures its fare is not just a footnote to a visit to Fiji.

Cyclone Donna will lose a lot of power as she hits NZ, but will still bring heavy rain.

Handing in her last uni assignment was meant to bring happiness and relief.

Sea level rise models suggest coral reef islands are more resilient than first thought.

A climate scientist gives a 25 per cent chance of Tropical Cyclone Donna visiting NZ.

Disappearance most likely due to mishap at spectacular visitor site, Samoan police say.

The "severe" cyclone is expected to batter Vanuatu with winds up to 130km/h.

NZ's cyclone season has been back-loaded, but ultimately close to normal, NIWA says.

WeatherWatch say it is still vital those in Vanuatu remain ready for severe weather.

Tropical Cyclone Donna is expected to hit Vanuatu this weekend.

Vanuatu residents who worship Prince Philip believe cyclone sent by weather gods.

If you want to get away from the hordes, try one of these off-the-radar hot spots.

Shandelle Battersby checks into an Outrigger property on the Hawaiian island of Kauai.

Guy Needham warms to Tuvalu - in more ways than one.

Eye surgeon who travelled via Jetstar to carry out surgery was left with no gear.

Low fuel prices and increased competition sees Kiwis reaping price war benefits

Students leaders from South Auckland will take part in a new production: Southside Rise.