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The Vimahi family's incredible story, thanks to Polyfest
The Vimahi family has been running a stall at the Polyfest for just over 30 years. They have done this to help themselves raise 9 kids. Video / NZ Herald
Final report blames human error for HMNZS Manawanui’s sinking
Autopilot oversight led to $100m Navy ship disaster on reef in Samoa, report says.
Miss Pacific Islands pageant turmoil: Judges held, vote-rigging claims
Online threats escalated tensions, undermining the event's unity message.
‘I don’t even know’: Samoan judge responds to pageant scandal
The Samoan government is seeking an explanation from Solomon Islands.
NZ-Cook Islands tensions over China deal could lead to ‘divorce’, expert warns
The Cook Islands PM is accused of bypassing NZ on the islands' China deal discussions.
‘A complete lie’: Samoa’s health boss slams RFK Jnr’s deadly measles outbreak comments
Kennedy claimed tissue samples sent to New Zealand did not show any trace of the virus.
How RFK jnr's Samoa visit reignited vaccine controversy in confirmation hearing
Robert F. Kennedy jnr insists his Samoa trip was aimed at helping digitise health records.
So you’re going to Samoa for the first time?
What you need to know about the paradise isle if you've never been before.
Fit for a king? What it's really like at a hotel that hosted King Charles
We check out the unbelievably stunning Samoa spot.
Samoa's PM and five ministers ousted from ruling party amid turmoil
The Fast chairman announced the removal of the PM and five ministers from the party.
‘Unhelpful and misleading’: Police address speculation in Samoa
Speculation and rumour has been raging in Samoa and online about the case.
Son of Samoa returns: The Rock announces trip to motherland
The wrestler-actor holds one of Samoa's highest chief titles: Seiuli.
Flying Fiji Airways to ... Samoa? Why you should consider this route to the heart of the Pacific
Review: Fiji Airways is one of the few airlines with a route from New Zealand to Samoa.
Editorial: New Year Honours List shows the exceptional Kiwis who stepped up in 2024
OPINION: If you're thinking of how you want to change, there's plenty of inspiration.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in October 2024?
As the year draws to a close, the Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.
More sampling after high hydrocarbon levels found around HMNZS Manawanui wreck site
The Samoan Government has implemented a precautionary zone.
Island time: Relax and unwind at Samoa's revamped beachfront resort
The Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort has reopened after a $17 million renovation.
Expert says Manawanui sinking due to NZDF staff's ‘lack of knowledge’ with autopilot system
An interim report found the autopilot was not disengaged when it should have been.
'Selfless leader': 16yo aspiring league star killed in crash driving to tournament
Lil-Bouvalu Lyden had won a contract to play club rugby league and study in Australia.
Letters: The regions need abysmal Air NZ to be reliable
OPINION: 'Our death toll would have been much higher under a different system.'
Manawanui probe 'being done by the wrong people', Samoan expert says
Initial findings reveal human error caused Navy vessel’s sinking.
Judith Collins' update on the Manawanui sinking
The initial findings into the sinking of HMNZS Manawanui in Samoa last month have been revealed. Video / NZ Herald
NZ Herald Live: Judith Collins' update on the Manawanui sinking
The release of the initial findings from the Court of Inquiry into the HMNZS Manawanui grounding and sinking in Samoa last month.
Moana 2: Disney princess now an island chief, Tautai Moana
Set three years after the first film, Moana is now a leader and master navigator.
Michel Mulipola discusses his animation debut with Disney’s Moana 2
Michel Mulipola discusses his animation debut with Disney’s Moana 2 and his role in shaping its story. Video / Te Ao
‘Deeply worried’: Nomination of Robert F. Kennedy jnr to health role alarms NZ health experts
RFK's peripheral role in the Samoan measles epidemic has been raised by several experts.
Wood nets hat-trick as All Whites blitz Samoa in Fifa World Cup qualifying
New Zealand remain perfect in the hope of reaching the 2026 World Cup.