Samoan love song Lalelei makes history at the 2026 Silver Scroll Awards
Five other awards were presented at a star-studded ceremony celebrating Apra’s 100th year representing New Zealand songwriters and…
Rugby League World Cup: Jacob Laban chooses Kiwis over Samoa after father’s blessing
“My dad’s a high chief, so that’s something that’s an important role in Samoa. I didn’t want to…
Tribunal allows deportation appeal by Samoan man convicted of child sex abuse
Despite finding the man’s offending was serious and involved a breach of trust against a vulnerable child, the…
Inside Tala: How Samoan Tradition Shaped Henry Onesemo’s Michelin-Starred Menu
Auckland’s Tala is the world’s first Michelin-starred Samoan restaurant. Chef Henry Onesemo talks to Kim Knight about what…
Disney’s Moana: Dwayne Johnson shows off Samoan pride in cultural attire at world premiere
Laga’aia, the daughter of Samoan-Kiwi actor Jay Laga’aia, played the part of the taupou (ceremonial maiden) during a…
Samoan chef Henry Onesemo celebrated after historic first for Samoan cuisine
Tala chef Henry Onesemo was awarded one Michelin star at the Michelin Guide 2026 awards. Photo / Alyse…
Coroner finds Motueka fire which killed Samoan RSE worker caused by unattended cooking
But he died on October 19, 2025, nine days before a scheduled first appearance in the Nelson District…
Moana Pasifika cut from Super Rugby Pacific after New Zealand Rugby rejects rescue bid
The two Governments were proposing to use aid and development funding they had already received from New Zealand’s…
685 on our speakers: Inside South Auckland’s Samoan nightclub scene
This is an all-ages affair, teens in baggy streetwear and the mature in formal island attire. Most have…
Samoan woman granted residency after taking over children’s care when her sister died
Her application for residency status was turned down, so she took her case to the Immigration and Protection…
Samoan Government due to set up rival rugby union after board members refuse to step down
Tuilaepa has been replaced by Lakapi Samoa president Namulau’ulu Sami Leota as interim chairman. Former Samoan Prime Minister…
Samoa Prime Minister says he asked Sir Michael Jones to calm Christopher Luxon’s nerves over matai ceremony
Luxon is in a challenging position politically and diplomatically. He wants to protect his political reputation in New…