Difficult economy dashes plans for popular indigenous arts festival

The popular Toi Kiri: Indigenous Arts Festival won’t return this year after all. Instead, the festival, which celebrates traditional body marking from around the world, will wait until 2026. Mount Maunganui was to host the October event, but...

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...

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...

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...

Foreign Students Greatly Benefit US Economy. What Happens If They Stay Home?

In April, the Donald Trump administration revoked the visas of more than 1,300 foreign college students – detaining some – and launched immigration enforcement actions on college campuses across the country. This has raised concerns among the more...

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...

Pacific Tourism Organisation and Niue Tourism Share Key Findings from 2024 International Visitor Survey

The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), in partnership with the Niue Tourism Office through the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI), has released the 2024 International Visitor Survey report. The findings provide key insights into visitor...

International students infuse tens of millions of dollars into local economies across the U.S.

The Trump administration has recently revoked the visas of more than 1,300 foreign college students – detaining some – and launched immigration enforcement actions on college campuses across the country. This has raised concerns among the more...

International students infuse tens of millions of dollars into local economies across the US. What happens if they stay home?

The Trump administration has recently revoked the visas of more than 1,300 foreign college students – detaining some – and launched immigration enforcement actions on college campuses across the country. This has raised concerns among the more...

Three Hato Hone St John Tutors Travel To Niue To Teach First Aid And Life-saving...

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...

Pacific Tourism Organisation Partners with Solomon Islands Tourism on 2024 Business Confidence Index

The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), in collaboration with Tourism Solomons and the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), has released the Solomon Islands Business Confidence Index (BCI) 2024 Report. This comprehensive...

Mapped: How China Overtook the U.S. in Global Trade (2000–2024)

Visualizing the Rise of China in Global Trade (2000–2024) This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. The imposition of...

Please end the tariffs: Trump’s trade barriers are wreaking havoc

The economic destruction of Donald Trump’s terrible tariffs was limited as he waited until after trading hours on Wednesday to announce them. Consider that a tiny, saving grace. On Thursday, the markets got clobbered with the Dow Jones Industrial...

Pacific Tourism Organisation Releases 2024 Tonga Visitor Survey: New Data Highlights Tourism Trends and Economic Impact

The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), through its Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI) and in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Tonga Tourism Authority, and Tonga Statistics Department, has released the 2024 International Visitor...

Rarotonga businesses gain AI edge at Cook Islands Tourism workshop

The Cook Islands Tourism “Future of Tourism Marketing” workshop brought together tourism orientated businesses. MELINA ETCHES/25032712 In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, Cook Islands Tourism is taking proactive steps...

Unlocking Opportunities: Trade Show Inspires Innovation For SAFE MSMEs

23 March 2025 For years, Fine Food Australia has continued to serve as a vital platform for networking, business growth, and knowledge sharing amongst food industry professionals, manufacturers, suppliers, and innovators from around the world,...

Solomon Islands and FSM Explore Trade Cooperation and Labor Mobility

During their discussions, Prime Minister Manele and HE Sigrah explored the possibility of establishing a labour mobility cooperation agreement between FSM and Solomon Islands. Prime Minister Honorable Jeremiah Manele, MP, received a courtesy call...

Niue’s battle for land legacy: ‘united we stand, divided we fall’

Land in Niue represents more than just property. It embodies identity, heritage, and security. However, disputes over land ownership fuels division rather than unity. Despite transparent legal systems designed to clarify ownership, land remains an...

Niue tackles teacher shortage

Niue is in critical need of teachers for the new school year. According to the Broadcasting Corporation of Niue, there are 15 teacher vacancies; 11 at Niue high school and four at Niue primary school. Niue’s Department of Education and the Niue...

Growth in the Pacific to accelerate to 4.1 percent in 2025,...

Economic growth in the Pacific is projected to accelerate to 4.1 percent in 2025 and moderate to 3.4 percent in 2026, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) September 2025, the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) flagship economic...