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Second Apology: Fijian artist’s bold new film demands more for Pacific communities

After winning acclaim in the United Kingdom, artist Luke Willis Thompson returns home with a powerful 35mm movie that reimagines the 2021 Dawn Raids apology.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 19 Feb

Pacific Region •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

Sāmoa

US funding cuts threaten to 'dry up' future of Pacific scientists - expert

Aiono Dr Alec Ekeroma warns US exits from global agencies hurt scholarships, even as the Pacific Academy of Sciences Congress highlights the need for Pasifika-led research.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 18 Feb

Education •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Investigation into NZ Teaching Council reveals 'serious and repeated failures'

The damning report raises questions about the Teaching Council's oversight, trust, and public sector standards.

PMN NewsTue, 17 Feb

Language & Culture •

Sāmoa •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Digital Lifeline: New app helps Sāmoans abroad reclaim their heritage

A Sāmoan developer has turned centuries-old oral traditions into a mobile app, giving Sāmoans overseas a shame-free way to learn fa’alupega.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 17 Feb

Sports •

Aotearoa New Zealand

NRL eligibility shake-up and fan reactions heat up Auckland’s historic State of Origin deal

Tāmaki Makaurau will host the first State of Origin match outside Australia in 2027, amid excitement among Kiwi fans and debate over new eligibility rules that could see NZ-born players in Origin colours.

PMN NewsMon, 16 Feb

Sports •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

Northern Mariana Islands

Northern Mariana Islands smash regional barriers with historic Auckland bronze

The Northern Mariana Islands Badminton team aim to remain an example that people from the islands can excel in technical sports like Badminton beyond traditional staples.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 16 Feb

Environment •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

United States

New Zealand-United States minerals talks spark concerns over Pacific seabed mining

Environmental groups warn Aotearoa must protect the moana and uphold Te Tiriti as it explores critical minerals cooperation with Washington.

Christine RovoiFri, 13 Feb

Law & Order •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

Sāmoa

Slavery victims tell of their years-long ordeal

Two young people have told how they were held in slavery by an Auckland man for several years.

Gill Bonnett, RNZ Immigration ReporterThu, 12 Feb

Community •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Report finds Pacific families hit hardest as material hardship and unemployment rise

The Salvation Army’s latest social report reveals worsening child poverty, food insecurity, and unemployment among Pasifika, with social and economic pressure intensifying across Aotearoa.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 11 Feb

Sports •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Tackling a health emergency: Pacific Tag tournament raises dementia awareness

With three New Zealanders developing dementia every hour, Lusia Paselio, is using the sport to reach communities where rates are climbing fastest.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 11 Feb

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