All BlacksSamoa coach slams All Blacks for controversial selectionSeilala Mapusua says it's a blow to Moana Pasifika's purpose of existence.21 Oct 10:30 PM
TalanoaGrandson's search for answers leads to WWII Pacific coastwatchers recognisedPasifika coastwatchers are finally set to be officially recognised for their service.14 Oct 08:35 PM
TalanoaWoman's 82kg weight loss after husband's heart attack 'wake-up call'Aiono Manu Fa'aea used to weigh 162kg. She is now half the woman she was.08 Oct 04:00 PM
TalanoaAuckland Airport creates new lounge area for overnight transit passengers after shamblesAuckland Airport apologies to stranded passengers, new lounge to be set up from today.03 Oct 09:40 PM
TalanoaPassengers left stranded, forced to sleep on Auckland Airport floorPassengers on a flight from Samoa were left to fend for themselves on Sunday morning.03 Oct 05:20 AM
TalanoaPodcast encourages 'macho' Pasifika men to get it off their chestsA group of mates are helping to break the silence among men scared to talk about feelings.30 Sep 03:00 AM
TalanoaSamoa drops all pre-travel Covid tests, announces full opening of bordersTravellers to Samoa no longer have to give proof of Covid RAT test results or vaccination.21 Sep 09:20 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleExtract: 'My Husband is Sāmoan, so Talofa' - the erasive racial politics of Judith CollinsPatrick Thomsen analyses 'Erasive Racial Politics of Judith Collins' in an edited extract.16 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandSamoan church in Hastings fighting to get congregation fit"We need control and we need discipline - to eat to live and not live to eat."06 Sep 02:16 AM
TalanoaNiuean knight, soul singer and community leaders accept Queen's Birthday HonoursSome of the Pacific region's most dedicated people have been honoured for their work.02 Sep 02:00 AM
TalanoaRiverdale star KJ Apa becomes a Samoan chief, vows to serve communityRiverdale star KJ Apa has a new title and responsibility as a Samoan chief.01 Sep 02:20 AM
New ZealandBody found in search for missing Auckland grandmotherPolice extend condolences to woman's family and friends at this distressing time.24 Aug 03:18 AM
New Zealand'Just enjoying our night': Three friends describe sudden, unprovoked attack as pal beaten to deathProsecutors say Nigel Fuatimu was already unconscious when he was bashed with a brick.18 Aug 06:16 PM
TravelPassengers, crew celebrate Samoa return: most musical flight in the PacificTuesday's flight was an emotional one, reuniting Samoa with their international agia.02 Aug 07:00 PM
TalanoaPM Jacinda Ardern set to arrive in Samoa as borders reopenPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern is due to touch down in Samoa this afternoon.31 Jul 05:00 PM
TalanoaEmotional reunions expected as Samoa's borders reopen next weekSamoa's borders officially open again next week - with the first flights from NZ full.28 Jul 09:15 PM
TalanoaOutgoing Miss Samoa NZ reflects on her historic reignMiss Samoa NZ Fonoifafo McFarland-Seumanu is passing on her crown after three years.26 Jul 11:30 PM
New ZealandDefence: 12-year-old was having consensual sexThe man allegedly abused two girls over a period of four years.22 Jul 06:59 AM
TalanoaSamoan funeral director Ese Tatupu shares about life and deathHow a Samoan boy's curiosity with death turned into a life-long career.13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSamoan deportee: 'They've got a picture of me ... but I've got out and I've stayed on track'A convicted man's last-ditch attempt to avoid deportation to Samoa has failed.08 Jul 06:24 AM
Talanoa'We cannot ignore it' - Samoan PM acknowledges influence of overseas SamoansSamoan PM Fiame Naomi Mata'afa says the Samoan diaspora cannot be ignored.23 Jun 12:00 AM
TalanoaNZ Paddle Blacks captain Matthew Fiso on a mission to get to world champsMatthew Fiso is on a mission to represent NZ and Samoa at the Canoe Polo World Champs.17 Jun 04:00 AM
TalanoaCelebrating 30 years of Pasifika Festival - now Taste of PasifikaPasifika Festival celebrates its 30th birthday this year with a new look and name.03 Jun 05:00 PM
TalanoaFashion showcase launches revamped Pasifika FestivalPacific and Māori fashion will be displayed in tonight's Pasifika Showcase at The Cloud.03 Jun 02:45 AM
TalanoaYoung Samoans encouraged to speak and learn gagana SamoaSamoan Language Week is encouraging people to speak the language more or learn.02 Jun 11:00 PM
TalanoaSamoan friendship agreement celebrated with siva and peseHastings Council celebrated NZ Samoan Language week with the district's Samoan community.02 Jun 10:14 PM
TalanoaFamily of renowned Samoan warrior Lauaki Namulauulu Mamoe celebratesSamoa celebrates its 60th Independence Day today.31 May 05:00 PM
Talanoa'I thought I was fluent...but it did not match the fluency here in Samoa'Upolu Pouono grew up as a Westie but decided in her 30s to move her life to Samoa.29 May 05:00 PM
TalanoaSamoa to reopen international borders in August - PM Fiame Naomi Mata'afaThe news has brought excitement to Samoans living overseas.03 May 12:01 AM
New ZealandCovid shrank my big Samoan wedding - but I still had 10 bridesmaidsPlanning a Samoan wedding is hard enough. Then add a pandemic into the mix.23 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElisabeth EastherMatthias Luafutu: 'Acting was escapism'Award-winning actor Matthias Luafutu gets candid about challenges and healing.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Frightening': Auckland high school student shares his experience catching Covid-19Tali Meavale says delay moving him to quarantine caused his elderly mum to get virus.21 Oct 05:00 AM
New Zealand'It came from our cluster': Wife of man who died from Covid also battling virus in hospitalA man who died from Covid served as a deacon at his church for about 10 years.07 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Vaccination rallies set up to get more Pasifika vaccinatedDedicated vaccination rallies are being set up to get more Pacific people vaccinated.23 Sep 02:28 AM
