A Pacific security expert is questioning who else was involved in Manawanui's reef survey and whether New Zealand should be ...

The New Zealand government paid the Sāmoa government SAT$10 million - about NZD$6 million - compensation for the sinking. Its own Defence Force Court of Inquiry found human error and faults with the ...

New Zealand quietly cut off compensation for the sinking of the HMNZS Manawanui at $6m. But commentators say it raises the ...

It’s possible to enjoy the sea, nature, good weather, laid-back lifestyle, and the other benefits of island life on a much ...

Samoa is a country whose vibrancy, warmth and beauty are reflected in the welcoming charm of its people. The fa’a Samoa ...

FILE - In this photo provided by the New Zealand Defence Force, divers survey the area around HMNZS Manawanui on the southern coast of Upulo, Samoa, after the Manawanui ran aground and sank on Oct. 6, ...

Samoa is a beautiful island nation in the South Pacific Ocean. It is located roughly halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii. Its closest neighbours are American Samoa, Fiji, Tonga, Niue, and Wallis ...

Between Samoa’s lush coconut groves, magnificent cascades and volcanic peaks, you’ll find Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa, a slice of boutique beachfront paradise. Sheltered within a sky-blue lagoon on the ...

The Interior Department said it would review a new proposal for operations off the coast of American Samoa. By Max Bearak Commercial mining on the miles-deep Pacific Ocean floor came one step closer ...

The tropical island of Upolu is about as far as it is humanly possible to travel from Abu Dhabi. Deep in the Pacific Ocean and part of Samoa, the island is more than 17,000 kilometres from the capital ...

Samoa declared a 30-day state of emergency due to widespread and prolonged power outages. The crisis was caused by generator failures, cable faults, storm damage, and increased demand, exposing the ...