ArtsFaith, family, fashion: Pacific models take their place on NZ’s biggest runwaysMeiya Lemafa and Apaula Viliamu Tilialo use NZ Fashion Week to push for stronger Pacific representation and show young people they belong on the catwalk.PMN NewsWed, 09 Sep
ArtsYoung Pasifika and Māori musicians unite to bring harmony and healing to KoroneihanaRangatahi from across Aotearoa came together at Tuurangawaewae Marae for a special performance honouring Te Arikinui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po and those who have passed.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 03 Sep
Arts‘Life-changing’: Enyah Talamaivao wins first New Zealand Youth Choir scholarshipThe South Auckland Sāmoan classical singer and criminology student says the support will ease the financial pressure of chasing her musical dreams while helping her family.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 02 Sep
ArtsSouth Island rangatahi find their Pacific voice through 'Māfana' showA new dance production has brought 65 young people across Marlborough, Nelson, and Tasman to celebrate culture, identity and connection.PMN NewsMon, 31 Aug
Arts‘Nothing is impossible’: Māori-Pasifika choir takes gospel to the world and wins goldThe United Auckland Gospel choir only rehearsed together for the first time when they arrived in Sweden for the 2026 World Choir Games.PMN NewsWed, 26 Aug
ArtsFilmmakers of the Moana carving out space on big screensA new wave of short films is putting Pacific voices and stories at the centre of festivals across Aotearoa and Australia.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 20 Aug
Arts‘Too good to be ignored’ Pacific Fusion Fashion Show marks 10 years of changing the runwayFounder Nora Swann reflects on building a trusted platform for Pacific designers, models and stories while keeping a culture-centred fashion industry.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 11 Aug
ArtsNiue artist brings ancestral stories to Auckland in first Aotearoa exhibitionSusannah Sionetuato is stepping outside her comfort zone to bring contemporary Niuean art, hiapo (tapa cloth) and stories of identity to a new audience in Tāmaki Makaurau.PMN NewsMon, 10 Aug
ArtsSāmoan artist finds her ancestor’s story inside Germany’s human zoosArts Foundation Laureate, Lindah Lepou’s new exhibition, Mata’AITU, explores 130 years of indigenous people being displayed.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 05 Aug
Arts • Tonga • Aotearoa New Zealand‘He was our superhero’: The legendary Jonah Lomu’s Tongan story comes to the big screenA 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.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 03 Aug