As Pacific families face rising living costs, housing pressures and high unemployment, Labour and the Greens say a cash payment alone will not address the deeper challenges driving household struggles.
A new documentary celebrating All Black legend Jonah Lomu premiered in Auckland at the weekend, highlighting his Pacific roots, family values and lasting influence to a new generation.
The New Zealand First leader says only citizens should vote in New Zealand elections while The Opportunity Party says voters want politicians to work together and not deepen divisions.
Rising cemetery fees are forcing whānau to give up long-held burial traditions with church leaders warning financial pressure is changing how communities farewell their loved ones.
Dr Karanina Sumeo, former Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner, says the new system could put more pressure on casual and part-time workers already facing financial uncertainty.
A Sāmoan New Zealand First candidate says new offshore energy exploration could help ease cost pressures for families but climate campaigners warn Pacific communities could pay the price.
