Health data masking cancer differences between Pacific ethnic groups

Tongans and Cook Islands Māori have a higher rate of cancer diagnoses than other Pacific people in New Zealand, while Samoans and Niueans have higher rates of gastric cancer, specifically. Authors of new research in the New Zealand Medical Journal...

Honouring Tukuitonga: New era of leadership in Pacific health at the Auckland University

Health leader and Pacific advocate, Sir Collin Tukuitonga, says Aotearoa New Zealand is facing a “terrible” political environment that “clearly attacks equity and fairness”. He urges academics, researchers, and the Pasifika community to continue...

Pacific Islands focus: health sovereignty, polio outbreak and regional relationships

Introduction by Croakey: As we wait to hear whether Australia will co-host COP31 climate negotiations next year with Pacific Islands nations, Vanuatu’s climate minister Ralph Regenvanu has expressed disappointment about the Federal Government’s...

Young musician fuses bluegrass country and Vagahau Niue to preserve heritage

A young musician is honouring her family and Niuean culture while striving to make the language more accessible through an upcoming compilation supported by the Moana Reo Media Fund. Anna Tukuitoga from Paeroa, with proud Niuean and Fijian roots,...

The 2025 Healthcare Workforce Management Report

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Fisheries Officials Meeting Concludes In Niue With Strong Commitments To Regional Cooperation And Sustainability

The 138th Annual Officials Meeting of the Forum Fisheries Committee (FFC) has officially concluded in Alofi, Niue, after a productive week of deliberations and strategic discussions. Over 80 fisheries officials were in Niue for the FFC Officials...

Healthcare a ‘lolly scramble’

Healthcare inequities are an ongoing challenge for many Māori and Pasifika people across Aotearoa New Zealand and the region. In a recent interview with PMN Niue host Faama Viliamu, renowned leader in Pacific health Sir Collin Tukuitonga stresses...

Young Pacific leaders talanoa on Ocean Health

John Pulu | Presenter/ Reporter/Director A youth leadership conference for young Pacific People was held in French Polynesia earlier this year. Focusing on ocean prosperity, security and sustainability, it was part of the ‘Young Pacific Leaders...

New Study Traces Sharp Regional Shifts in Ischemic Heart Disease Burden -- A Global Warning Signal

A new study puts the spotlight on the rising burden of ischemic heart disease across Southeast Asia, East Asia and Oceania, and calls for localized, equity-focused interventions in these regions. The researchers identified region-specific,...

Study reveals regional risk factors driving heart disease in Asia and Oceania

A new study puts the spotlight on the rising burden of ischemic heart disease across Southeast Asia, East Asia and Oceania, and calls for localized, equity-focused interventions in these regions. The researchers identified region-specific,...

Niuean Scholar joins exclusive ranks as Professor

This month, Sir Collin Tukuitonga became one of only two professors of Niuean descent globally, joining his University of Auckland colleague, Professor of Pacific Health Vili Nosa. Niue, among the world’s smallest nations, has a population of...

Health Department declares Covid-19 outbreak

Niue’s Department of Health has declared an outbreak of Covid19 with ninety-nine (99) reported active cases as of today. Forty five (45) cases have been reported this week and another forty-five (45) have recovered since the outbreak began on...

Niue declares COVID-19 outbreak amid rising cases

The Niue Department of Health has declared a COVID-19 outbreak, reporting 99 active cases as of today. Since January 11, 45 new cases have emerged this week, with an equal number recovering. Head of Public Health, Grizelda Mokoia, emphasized the...

‘Niue is your home’

Prime Minister of Niue Dalton Tagelagi visited Aotearoa New Zealand this week to attend the funeral service of former Common Roll Member of Parliament Richard Hipa, whose contributions and lasting impact were commemorated by many. During his...

Health news in brief

Public health nurse and midwife at Aitutaki Islands Hospital Tohoa Eli Cummings. UNICEF/25011315 January 29, 2025 Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is planning to conclude its whooping cough vaccination (Boostrix/Tdap) programme for 11-year-olds and...

Niue stays with NZ citizenship as Cook Islands tests Aotearoa's resolve over passport

While the Cook Islands is exploring the possibility of a national passport, Niue does not plan to follow suit. Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown proposed the idea of a national passport as part of the country's 60th anniversary commemorations...

Niue mourns three other stalwarts in the first month of the year

Along with Richard Hipa, BCN News honours and remembers three other hardworking men of Niue, Sione Pokau Sionetama, Harkai Pihigia and Bob Tunifo Talagi. Sione Pokau Sionetama was the Director of Customs and Tax from Tuapa, passed away on December...

St John’s Team in Niue for First Aid Training

Waimanu Pulu (Medical Doctor, Department of Health) Sheree King (HHSJ tutor), Oscilyna Kulatea (Paramedic, Department of Health), James Shilton (General Manager of Matavai Scenic Resort) Glen ‘Ping’ Gould (HHSJ tutor) and Margaret Smith (HHSJ...

First aid training boost for Niue locals

Eighty people across health, emergency, business, and government sectors in Niue have received life-saving first aid training through a joint initiative between Hato Hone St John (HHStJ) and the Government of Niue. HHStJ senior first aid tutor...

Dengue cases spike in Tonga amid regional health outbreaks

Tonga has recorded nearly 500 dengue fever cases since January, with eight people currently hospitalised. Tonga’s Ministry of Health has confirmed 520 dengue fever cases as of April 17, prompting stepped-up efforts in hotspot areas. The ministry...