Samoan girl gets ready to create Cook Islands history

A young Samoan and Cook Islands woman, Isabel Drollet Macdonald, is on track to become Air Rarotonga’s first female pilot.

By Shalveen Chand • 10 May 2026, 2:00PM

Savai’i schools dominate schools sevens

Savai’i schools delivered a dominant performance at the Samoa Schools National Sevens Rugby Tournament 2026, securing all but one title across the boys’ and girls’ divisions.

By Maryana Amituanai • 09 April 2026, 9:00PM

A Happy Mother's Day and a reminder on why press freedom matters

It is said that God ensured that children would have His love all the time, so he created mothers. This Sunday, we honour the women who define us and shape us into who we are today.

By The Editorial Board • 09 May 2026, 9:00PM

Street Talk: What are your plans for Christmas?

Christmas is just around the corner. Samoa Observer journalist Tautua Vaa and photojournalist Junior S Ami spoke to people about how they planned to spend their Christmas.

By Tautua Vaa • 15 December 2025, 4:00PM

Inviting abuse and the media's role in preventing it

When the media leaves abuse untouched, it becomes an invitation. I have been thinking about this a lot lately.

By Lumepa Hald • 02 February 2026, 5:30PM

Ta'i's Take. The three mothers of Samoa Primary

On this Mother's Day 2026, our TAKE is on education and those mothers who dedicate their lives to the education of our children, the future of our nation.

By Seuseu Faalogo • 10 May 2026, 4:00PM

Stop chasing birds and wasting money

Based on the reported costs of the last two by-elections, Samoan taxpayers can expect to pay $340,000 for four completely unnecessary by-elections.

09 May 2026, 3:30PM

Between the Lines

Using a government vehicle, taking on a dual role, what are we doing, say goodbye to the discount and an election petition likely.

09 May 2026, 10:00PM