Local Democracy Reporting'Giant of the disability world': Pacific leader remembered for inspiring changeTunumafono Fa’amoetauloa Avaula Colenso Fa’amoe MNZM, a champion for the disability community and lifejacket safety rules, died last week.Mary AfemataThu, 13 Nov
Community • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific families to gather and shape national disability strategy in HamlitonThe CCS Disability Action’s consultation series continues this month, with Pasifika whānau and disabled people sharing experiences and defining the values that will guide future support.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 13 Nov
Local Democracy Reporting • KiribatiForged by hardship: Tāmaki Makaurau's new councillors bring their lived experienceFive new councillors pledged inclusion, trust and community-focused leadership in their maiden speeches.Mary AfemataTue, 11 Nov
Environment • Tuvalu • Kiribati‘A matter of survival’: Amnesty International calls for urgent reform of Aotearoa's visa rulesA new report claims that New Zealand’s migration system discriminates against Pacific people affected by climate change.Khalia StrongThu, 09 Oct
News • Aotearoa New ZealandAdvocate warns disability funding changes must have Pacific voices involvedJade Farrar warns government plans to overhaul funding could deepen inequities unless families are included in design and the budgets reflect Pacific realities.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 09 Sep
NewsPoly - Will and Grace: From car chats to voices from the heartReal stories of our Pacific disabled community are being shared through a new four-part vodcast series by William Sangster and Grace Tinetali-Fiavaai.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 29 Jul
Environment • Aotearoa New Zealand • VanuatuWill our kids survive the heat? Report paints grim picture if global warming left uncheckedSave The Children says 58 million children could avoid extreme climate disasters if global warming is capped at 1.5 degrees.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 14 May
PoliticsEmpowering Pacific voices: Atoatoali’o shapes NZ’s future in disability supportThrough extensive community engagement, the initiative seeks to develop culturally relevant solutions that reflect the needs of Pasifika.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 06 May
Business • Cook IslandsTe Pura Creations infuses Aotearoa with Pacific Island spiritThrough her business, Mataria Pekepo crafts products that celebrate her Cook Islands heritage.Khalia StrongTue, 15 Apr
Arts • SāmoaMusic therapists merge Pacific tradition and healing for wellbeing Explore the transformative power of music therapy as two Sāmoans blend traditional Pacific healing practices with modern techniques.Khalia StrongTue, 01 Apr
