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It comes as communications to the island of Christopher Luxon's retreat improve.

Surging seas are coming for us all, Antonio Guterres is warning the world.

In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, SH1 reopens after fatal crash, Uber ruling benefits all drivers and PM heads to Tonga.

The 6.9-magnitude quake caused significant shaking that lasted for at least one minute.

The situation in New Caledonia is one of the primary issues at the forum.

New Zealand spent $4 million in developing the facility.

Winston Peters was NZ’s representative at the opening of the Pacific Islands Forum.

The Foreign Minister rejoiced over how journalists might achieve some redemption.

Forum secretary-general Baron Waqa said its failure was due to 'some misunderstanding'.

Australia could face push-back from Pacific nations for its deportations policy.

Legislation enabling exploration is expected to enter Parliament by the end of the year.

Cousins Niko, Elijah and Benji Tapueluelu have teamed up with Auckland-based Tongan-Kiwi singer Soakai "Solar" Malamala to bring their rendition of a Tongan classic: Pitu Taukae.

A leaders' retreat without officials will test Luxon's political nous.

Youngsters team up with Tongan musician Soakai "Solar" Malamala for epic song drop.

The Foreign Minister leaves for Tonga tomorrow.

Seven Kiwi aid workers around the world describe why they do their job.

A documentary described as Jonah Lomu's legacy will focus on both the good and the bad.

PM Christopher Luxon and other Pacific leaders will hold talks at the end of the month.

The 27-year-old artist is back with after taking a break from music.

Tongan artist Tui Gillies is showing off her skills in a month-long residency.

All Stone & Rock are leaving a lasting impression around Auckland

'It’s time to escape to the beach and sunshine.'

RTS joins The Big League Podcast to chat Leka Halasima's debut and switching to fullback.

Red, White and Brass cast on what to expect from the new stage play at Auckland’s ASB Waterfront Theatre. Video / Janelle Eaton

JJ Rice, 18, was raised in Tonga and often spoke about his love for his island home.

Red, White & Brass leaps from screen to stage. The cast explains what to expect.

'This is rugby pitched against rugby.'

Thousands of kilograms of loose tobacco was hidden among food items.

Foliaka tells Spy about the “awesome Tongan talent” involved.