Language & CultureReclaiming our first blood: Children’s book revives indigenous teachings on periodsMy First Ikura blends mātauranga Māori with practical facts to help families talk openly about first periods and celebrate them as a sacred rite of passage.Khalia StrongTue, 25 Nov
Language & Culture • TokelauHutt Valley author debuts a 90s coming-of-age Tokelau tale‘Hiva & Heartbeats’ weaves Te Gagana Tokelau with R&B nostalgia, offering young readers a story about finding your rhythm.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 18 Nov
ArtsMoana voices: Tagata Atamai brings Pacific poetry to the pageThe bookstore-publisher’s latest anthology, Moana: Voices of Our Ocean, gathers 20 indigenous poets to weave connections to Te Moana-Nui-a-Kiwa.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 24 Sep
Arts • TongaNew Tongan book aims to restore traditional worldview on artThe landmark publication, authored, designed, and published by Tongans, has been launched and features 41 artists.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 22 Aug
ArtsFijian author redefines science fiction through Pacific perspectivesDr Gina Cole brings Pasifika futurism to Auckland’s Stardome Observatory, drawing on her personal experience and cultural heritage.Khalia StrongMon, 18 Aug
Arts • EuropeSelina Tusitala Marsh becomes first Poet Laureate for the CommonwealthThe New Zealand academic is embracing her new role to share histories and promote understanding through the power of poetry.Khalia StrongTue, 01 Jul
EducationPacific scholars unveil racism in Aotearoa in ground-breaking bookOceans Between Us exposes how racism is entrenched in Aotearoa’s systems, including education, health, and policy.Khalia StrongMon, 23 Jun
ArtsPacific oratory and poetry showcase at Akl Writers FestivalThe event aims to amplify diverse perspectives and celebrate the cultural heritage that shapes our understanding of community and climate.Khalia StrongThu, 15 May
Language & Culture • Niue • Aotearoa New Zealand • AustraliaCelebrating heritage: Niuean’s debut picture book unites cultures through coconut talesPMN producer Inangaro Vakaafi celebrates the launch of Hunt for Niu Tupu, blending the Niuean and English languages and connecting Pacific families.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 14 Apr
Language & Culture • Niue • Aotearoa New ZealandBilingual storytelling takes centre stageNew Zealand-born Niuean Zora Feilo’s new book deepens her mission to preserve the Niuean language through myth, memory and self-publishing.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 08 Apr
