Language & Culture • RotumaCall for govt to prioritise Pacific people struggling with language and cultureThe head of the Centre for Pacific Languages, Fesaitu Solomone, wants to draw the attention of the coalition government to help the thousands of Pasifika in Aotearoa who struggle with their language, culture and identity.Christine RovoiTue, 07 May
BusinessPacific workers encouraged to consider digital careers, as NZ unemployment risesThere are calls for more investment and exposure to digital and creative work, as unemployment for Pacific youth reaches a nine-year high.Khalia StrongTue, 07 May
Politics • TongaTongan noble expresses concerns over Kingdom’s futureLord Vaea says climate change needs to be on top of the agenda at the upcoming Pacific Islands Forum, which will be held in Tonga later this year.Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 07 May
EntertainmentNew Zealand reggae legend Willie Hona has died following cancer battleTributes to the ‘inspirational’ Herbs singer are flowing all over social media.Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 06 May
PoliticsSouth Auckland will be ‘hit hard’ by congestion chargingSouth Auckland local boards say Council's plans to charge road users during peak traffic hours will add extra costs without addressing "unreliable public transport".Alka PrasadMon, 06 May
EntertainmentEmerging Māori-Samoan music artist platforms justice through te reo MāoriR&B singer-songwriter Jordyn with a Why receives nomination at the biggest music awards in Aotearoa. Atutahi Potaka-DewesSat, 04 May
PoliticsSouth Auckland local boards: LTP feedback ‘not significant reflection of the community’Local boards across Auckland are gearing up to present community feedback on Auckland Council's long-term plan to the Governing Body next week.Alka PrasadFri, 03 May
Sports • SamoaNorthern Mystics star reflects on ‘proud moment’ after milestone match Northern Mystics goal attack Filda Vui played her 50th game in the ANZ Championship in the side's loss to the Tactix earlier this week. Matt ManukuoFri, 03 May
Pacific RegionReport finds youth employment and gender gaps in Pacific remains high The International Labour Organization's latest report has found persisting gender gaps, youth unemployment rates continues to be a concerning issue in the Pacific. Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 03 May
SocietySocial Supermarket accused of ‘greenwashing’, while service's CEO says its ‘making a difference’A food support service in South Auckland is receiving backlash as a local leader says better solution would be through is communal economic growth.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 03 May