New ZealandCampaign to learn Samoan languageSamoan Language Week kicks off today and for the first time an educational booklet is available to encourage New Zealanders to learn the language.29 May 05:00 PM
TravelSamoa: Edge of a craterSavai'i is the beautiful, wilder sister of the two main islands, writes Bruce Munro.23 May 09:00 PM
WorldCyclone Amos: Samoa escapes the worstAir New Zealand are still scheduled to fly to Samoa this afternoon.23 Apr 10:23 PM
WorldCyclone Amos hammers SamoaTropical Cyclone Amos is starting to show its fierce hand over Samoa, with reports of flash flooding, trees down and mass power outages.23 Apr 04:00 PM
WorldOne dead after fuel tank fire in ApiaDead worker was carrying out maintenance work when the tank exploded.04 Apr 07:39 PM
WorldFuel storage tank blaze in Apia, SamoaDramatic photos of the fire have been shared on social media, including one by Christchurch East MP Poto Williams.04 Apr 12:04 AM
WorldStigmata claims divide SamoansA woman claiming to have suffered stigmata -- the injuries Jesus suffered when he was crucified -- has become the subject of hot debate.31 Mar 02:57 AM
TravelFlight Check: Auckland to Apia on Air NZEconomy Class fares start from $279. The airline has six non-stop flights to Samoa from Auckland each week.16 Mar 02:00 AM
TravelSamoa's top resortsWe take a look at some of the top resorts in Samoa from picture-perfect beach locations to a luxury treehouse which allows you to re-live childhood dreams of sleeping under the stars.06 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelSavai'i: Shaped by nature's forcesLaze, swim and snorkel endlessly at the many beautiful, sandy beaches of this reef-ringed island.19 Feb 12:00 AM
TravelSamoa: A tropical love affairI fell in love with Samoa in the unlikeliest of places, 4 hours after leaving New Zealand.04 Feb 04:00 PM
RugbySamoan rugby at crossroadsIt is the end of Alama Ieremia's first week in Apia in his new role as Manu Samoa's head coach.30 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldZika virus alert reaches SamoaHealth authorities have added eight tropical destinations, including Samoa, to a travel alert about an illness linked with a severe birth defect and spread by mosquitoes.23 Jan 10:07 PM
TravelCelebrate the Samoan wayIf you want to know what makes Samoa tick then head along to any of the events at the annual Teuila Festival.21 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldCyclone Tuni batters SamoaSamoa is waking up to survey the damage after Cyclone Tuni battered the Pacific nation overnight.28 Nov 09:43 PM
SportStrawbridge: 'Gratitude overwhelms us'Chiefs assistant coach Andrew Strawbridge, who suffered a serious eye infection while in Samoa, has thanked the public for the $65,000 raised for the hospital.11 Nov 03:04 AM
New ZealandSamoan fale rises in heart of MangereThe meeting house has been built in Mangere, South Auckland, as part of a new multimillion-dollar complex belonging to the Government of Samoa.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi 'died a hero' saving childrenThe father-of-two's partner of six years shared her grief on Facebook saying, "It's not ok that you left us so soon and especially without saying goodbye."14 Oct 03:50 AM
SportOver $54k raised for Samoa's hospitalA Givealittle appeal raising funds to provide medical equipment at Samoa's Moto'otua National Hospital intensive care unit have surpassed $54,000.05 Oct 06:51 PM
RugbyClass of 1991 key to inspiring SamoaMore than 20 years have passed since Manu Samoa caused one of the Rugby World Cup's greatest upsets - beating Wales in the Pacific nation's tournament debut.16 Sep 05:00 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Samoa have point to proveWorld rugby needs another seismic shift to force the top nations to once again get serious about creating a genuinely global game.12 Sep 05:00 PM
TravelSamoa: Aggie's legend lives onApia's cyclone-struck grand dame is getting ready to rule again, writes Robyn Yousef.09 Sep 12:00 AM
BoxingJanuary bout likely for Parker in SamoaHeavyweight boxing contender Joseph Parker plans to follow in the steps of the All Blacks and take his talents to Samoa.26 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelSurf work: wipeout or far out?Sometimes work is just work ... even on a beach, with beautiful people, and never-ending surf, writes Elisabeth Easther.24 Aug 09:00 PM
TravelSamoa: In the swimFresh water or salt, the bathing options in Samoa are heavenly, says Elisabeth Easther.04 Aug 09:00 PM
OpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Surprise, surprise - MPs find urgent business in ApiaAfter a range of World Cups and test matches in his seven years as Prime Minister, Key could now rival Usain Bolt in his sprint to the changing room, writes Claire Trevett.08 Jul 09:30 PM
All Blacks'It was bloody tough'All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has spoken of his pride in his team handling conditions he described as among the toughest they have faced.08 Jul 05:00 PM
SportRugby fever hits SamoaIt's game day and rugby fans are out in full force as the All Blacks play in Samoa for the first time. 07 Jul 09:13 PM
EntertainmentSamoan-Kiwi diva given anthem honoursA Samoan-Kiwi opera singer will perform New Zealand's national anthem at the big showdown at Apia Park today.07 Jul 05:00 PM
EditorialSamoa test ought to be just the startThe enthusiasm with which the All Blacks have been greeted in Apia should get New Zealand Rugby thinking.07 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelSamoa: The first XVWith the All Blacks playing in Samoa this week, the Herald's Pacific Affairs reporter, Vaimoana Tapaleao, selects her top things to do on the islands.06 Jul 09:00 PM
RugbyRugby: Looking up to his brothersBeing named after your three older brothers - all of whom have had successful rugby careers - can be a burden for a teenager.06 Jul 05:00 PM
All BlacksSamoa match a test of family tiesFamily ties have gone out the window for one Samoan-Kiwi family who will have split allegiances at this week's first All Black test in Apia.05 Jul 05:00 PM
SportSpiritual boost for Manu SamoaManu Samoa have prepared for their battle against the All Blacks with hymns and prayers at a service at Our Lady of The Rosary church today.05 Jul 12:29 AM
