Terms of Use
Last updated: 2 September 2026
These terms govern your use of Pacific East News (penms.com). By using the site you agree to them.
Using the service
You may read, share and enjoy our content for personal, non-commercial use. You agree not to misuse the service, disrupt it, or use it for unlawful purposes.
Our content and intellectual property
Original articles, design, logos and branding of Pacific East News are owned by PEN and protected by copyright. You may not reproduce them for commercial use without permission.
Third-party news, links and streams
Some content is summarised or translated from public news sources, with links to the original where available. Live TV and radio are provided by third-party broadcasters and directories. Their content, names and trademarks belong to their respective owners, and their availability is outside our control.
AI-generated summaries
Some overviews and translations are produced with the help of AI and may contain errors. They are provided for convenience only — always verify important information with the original source.
Live chat and user conduct
The live chat is public and moderated. Be respectful. Do not post unlawful, hateful, harassing or spam content. We may remove messages or restrict access at our discretion.
No warranties
The service is provided “as is”. We do not warrant that it will be uninterrupted, error-free or that content is complete or accurate.
Limitation of liability
To the extent permitted by law, Pacific East News is not liable for any loss arising from your use of, or reliance on, the service or third-party content.
Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand.
Changes
We may update these terms from time to time. Continued use of the site means you accept the updated terms.
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