Former Blue Peter Peter Purves feels sad about one thing looking back at show

Put two former Doctor Who stars and a companion together on stage and you’d be forgiven for assuming they had time travelled there in their trusty Tardis. But no blue police box was required to unite Tom Baker and Colin Baker with Blue Peter...

RC Blog: Who’s willing to pay for sustainability in the Pacific?

Written by Simona Marinescu, Isabella Massa, Guillaume Lafortune After major setbacks to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the Pacific needs fairer access to financing as it fights to overcome climate challenges. Crises in climate, geopolitics...

King opens upgraded royal tomb precinct

The King officially opened the upgraded Mala’ekula royal tomb precinct yesterday. His Majesty King Tupou VI, Queen Nanasipauʻu, Crown Prince Tupoutoʻa ʻUlukalala and Crown Princess Sinaitakala Tukuʻaho led the ceremony, joined by Princess Salote...

WWE veteran blasts Solo Sikoa’s MFTs; discusses major issue with their booking on SmackDown (Exclusive)

Former WWE manager Vince Russo recently took issue with MFTs wearing face paint. The stable was on SmackDown this week. Over the last few weeks, Solo Sikoa showed up on video packages, introducing the members of his "Family Tree." With JC Mateo,...

Pacific entrepreneurs honoured at awards for innovation, resilience

Pacific entrepreneurs were honoured at the 2025 Pacific Business Trust (PBT) Awards during a lavish event in Auckland on Wednesday. Auckland-based TROW Group took out the Frances Hartnell Supreme Award for its sustainable approach to demolition,...

Best wishes to WWE legend Rikishi

WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi has had a stellar career in pro wrestling. While the icon is officially retired from full-time in-ring competition, he is actively contributing to the industry as an analyst and coach. Today, The Samoan Stinker has a...

Musk trademarks Starfall

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has quietly registered the service trademark ‘Starfall’ through the tiny Polynesian kingdom of Tonga. The application was made on May 19th and recognised by the US Patent & Trademark Office on October 9th. The filing covers...

HiAnime Returns as 'Priority Notorious Streaming Site' in New U.S. Government Watch List

Popular anime streaming site HiAnime is listed as a "priority notorious streaming site" in a new list of piracy sites being targeted by the U.S. court system. As seen via Torrent Freak, the Motion Picture Association published a response for...

Dragons fall short of first league victory in a year following dramatic finish

The Dragons narrowly missed out on a first league victory in a year as they were held to a 17-17 draw by the Sharks at Rodney Parade. First-half tries from Aaron Wainwright and Angus O'Brien, as well as the boot of Tinus de Beer, had kept Filo...

Rugby league: What you need to know about Pacific Championships

This weekend's rugby league doubleheader kicks off with the Kiwi Ferns taking on Fetu Samoa, followed by the Kiwis versus Toa Samoa. Here's what you need to know. Kiwi Ferns v Fetu Samoa 3.35pm Sunday, October 19 Go Media Stadium, Auckland Kiwis v...

Pacific Championships doubleheader: What you need to know

The doubleheader kicks off with the Kiwi Ferns taking on Fetu Samoa. Photo: Photosport Kiwi Ferns v Fetu Samoa 3.35pm Sunday, October 19 Go Media Stadium, Auckland Live blog updates on RNZ Kiwis v Toa Samoa 6.05pm Sunday, October 19 Go Media...

The Pacific Tourism Organisation Hosts Two-Week Research Training for PNGTPA to Strengthen Tourism Data Capacity

From 16 to 30 September 2025, the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) hosted a two-week research training program for the Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA), aimed at strengthening PNGTPA’s capacity to manage and deliver...

How expedition cruise operators and suppliers are cruising for knowledge

Cruising these days is about far more than seeing breathtaking views and experiencing luxurious comforts. Today, an increasing number of expedition cruise lines are inviting guests to step into the role of explorer, student and citizen scientist....

Pacific Islands News Roundup – October 10 – 16, 2025

Editor’s Note: We are undergoing a web host migration process and may need to make necessary modifications to our format and frequency over the next several weeks. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Political Leadership and Regionalism,...

Reddy Foundation continues to support Pinktober

Reddy Foundation, the charitable arm of the Reddy Group has stamped its ongoing commitment to the Fiji Cancer Society with a $10,000 donation during the Pinktober Walk. Over the years, Tanoa Hotels, a major part of Reddy Group, has supported the...

Where are they now? Bradford Bulls’ last Super League side after top-flight return confirmed

Bradford Bulls will play in Super League for the first time since 2014 next year after their return to the top-flight via the IMG gradings system was confirmed. Newly-appointed head coach Kurt Haggerty has already confirmed that there will be...

Economy forecast up by 2.5% in 2025, says ADB report

Tonga’s economy is set to grow by 2.5 per cent in 2025, easing to 2.3 per cent in 2026. The Asian Development Bank’s Asian Development Outlook September 2025 projects Tonga will benefit from sustained expansion in tourism and construction. This...

New Travel Guide for American Samoa marks major leap for local Tourism

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The tourism industry in American Samoa has taken a leap forward with the launch of the American Samoa Pocket Guide, a comprehensive online travel guide created for the U.S. territory. With more than 160 articles...

He’s that one in a 1000 | From Toge in Ba to all over the rugby world

“THERE are thousands of people playing rugby and they want to represent Fiji. Yet, I was among those who were chosen to be part of the Flying Fijians.” This was an utterance by Joji Nasova on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 as he looked back on his many...

Kiwis v Samoa: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck set for unique test showdown with New Zealand

Probably his finest Kiwis’ performance came in the historic 26-12 Anzac test win over Australia in Brisbane in 2015, with brilliant defence as the Kangaroos were held scoreless in the second half, as New Zealand celebrated three consecutive...