Rugby League World Cup format confirmed as unique group stage system revealed

The 2026 Rugby League World Cup is set for a unique pool stage format, according to reports from Down Under. The new 10-team competition, which returns next year after the 2025 edition was postponed after France withdrew from hosting the...

How the NRL handled freak Brisbane storm

Sunday’s freak storm in Brisbane was never going to jeopardise the heavyweight clash between Samoa and Tonga, with state-of-the-art technology, world-class facilities and an overseas phone call to Andrew Abdo ensuring the game was able to finish....

Economy shows resilience amid mixed global growth: NRBT update

The economy continues steady recovery as global headwinds weigh, says the National Reserve Bank of Tonga. The National Reserve Bank of Tonga (NRBT) reported in its September 2025 Monthly Economic Update that despite a challenging global backdrop,...

Samoa gun’s recovery from NRL flop; 90min lightning drama nearly ruins game: Big Hits

A 90 minute lightning delay at Suncorp Stadium didn’t dampen Samoa’s spirits as they recorded their first Test win in three years and booked a ticket to the Pacific Cup final with a 34-6 win over Tonga. It was a raucous atmosphere at Suncorp...

State of the Nations: form guide for November rugby internationals

Argentina World ranking 6 Perhaps the most frustrating side on the international circuit, capable of imperious and infuriating performances in equal measure. Their inconsistency is best summed up with a Rugby Championship campaign in which they...

Oceania Cup kicks off at Teufaiva with Masters on show

The Oceania Cup 2025 officially begins in Nuku‘alofa today, bringing together athletes of all ages across the Pacific. The four-day competition, held at Teufaiva Sports Stadium from October 29 to November 1, will feature senior teams, juniors,...

Fiji to host 2026 Miss Pacific Islands Pageant

Fiji will host the 37th Miss Pacific Islands Pageant from 13–20 February 2026 in Nadi. The announcement, made by Fiji’s Minister for Local Government and Housing, Maciu Nalumisa, confirms Fiji will return as host after a seven-year break. More...

Efforts to strengthening regional security

THE Republic of Fiji Navy recently participated in the 13th Western Pacific Naval Symposium’s Next Generation Naval Officers Short-Term Programme (WPNS STEP). The RFN was represented at the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force Staff (JMSDFS) School...

Why is Jason Taumalolo not playing against Samoa in Pacific Championships?

Jason Taumalolo has been scratched from his side's Pacific Championships matchup against Toa Samoa. Tongan coach Kristian Woolf has been forced to scramble to replace the skipper, shuffling Felise Kaufusi from the bench into the starting side....

Today's rugby news as Tandy clear on Faletau's Test future and Wales star reveals 'bad news'

Wales head coach Steve Tandy(Image: Huw Evans Picture Agency Ltd) These are your morning headlines on Wednesday, October 29. Tandy: Faletau still has Wales role Steve Tandy insists Taulupe Faletau still has a role to play with Wales moving forward...

England v Australia: How to watch Quilter Nations Series opener on TNT Sports

A 'mini-World Cup' with no winner: Rugby's Autumn Internationals explained Video credit: TNT Sports England start their Quilter Nations Series with a clash against Australia at Twickenham, live on TNT Sports and discovery+. Steve Borthwick’s side...

Anne Filimoehala steps up to lead Ōtara’s budding musicians

Tongan musician Anne Filimoehala is enriching the sounds of classical music in the Auckland suburb of Ōtara. She has been appointed to lead the next generation of young musicians across South Auckland through Sistema Aotearoa, a free orchestral...

'I've seen the money': Gun concedes he might leave Rabbitohs

Keaon Koloamatangi is set to test his worth on the market, conceding he is still awaiting a compelling offer to extend his stay with South Sydney. The 27-year-old has one year remaining on his current deal with the Rabbitohs and has little desire...

Keaon Koloamatangi eyes big money move - 'I've seen the money they have been getting'

Keaon Koloamatangi admits he’s likely to test the open market, revealing he’s yet to receive a compelling offer to stay at South Sydney beyond next season. The Kangaroos forward, currently touring England for the Ashes, is off contract at the end...

Instant grade for Patriots trading Keion White to 49ers

The New England Patriots and Keion White will be going their separate ways in the future. According to several reports, the third-year defensive lineman is being traded to the San Francisco 49ers.New England is sending a seventh-round draft pick...

Judge blasts cops after charges dropped

A judge has blasted police and slapped them with a $4000 bill after they dropped 30 charges against two alleged taggers. Olive German-Ross, 21, and Magnus Augustus Kendall-Laven, 20, appeared in the Dunedin District Court yesterday, where police...

Sophie Siers new chair of Hawke’s Bay Regional Council

Siers thanked former chair Hinewai Ormsby for her hard work and dedication, especially after the cyclone, and also on partnerships with Māori in the region. Ormsby was first elected chair in 2022, becoming the youngest regional council chair in...

New Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Sworn In

Press Release – Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Elected as Chair of the Council was Councillor Sophie Siers and Councillor Jerf Van Beek was elected Deputy Chair. Hawke’s Bay Regional Council today officially welcomed its new and returning...

Daily Breeze football Top 15: Leuzinger at No. 1 heading into Week 10

The high school football season is in the final week of the regular season in the L.A. City and CIF Southern Section. Some call this league championship week. San Pedro hosts Carson with the Marine League title on the line. The same is true in the...

How Meghan Markle's style was transformed

During her short-lived tenure as a working Royal, Meghan Markle’s style was transformed significantly. In keeping with the rules of royal dressing, the Duchess of Sussex - formerly an actress - swapped plunging necklines for more modest...