Business

Employers urged to take Pasifika values seriously at work

A court ruling has found that Pacific values must be taken into account when they are part of employment agreements.

Khalia StrongTue, 28 Apr

Business

Pacific labour schemes come under pressure as Aotearoa and Australia face calls for reforms

A new ILO report is driving urgent pleas for change as concerns grow over costs, conditions, and worker protections for Pacific seasonal workers.

Christine RovoiWed, 22 Apr

Business

Migrant worker death sparks urgent calls for evacuation cover in the Cook Islands - report

A sudden tragedy has exposed gaps in emergency medical systems for foreign workers, prompting expatriate communities to demand insurance protection and faster evacuation pathways.

Talaia Mika, Cook Islands NewsMon, 20 Apr

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531PI moves to FM after 35 years, securing future for Pacific voices in Tāmaki Makaurau

Pacific Media Network marks a historic shift from AM to FM, ensuring trusted Pacific radio stays accessible for generations to come.

PMN NewsThu, 16 Apr

Business

Pacific voices shine as PMN named finalist at New Zealand's premier media awards 2026

Pacific journalists and storytellers feature strongly across this year's Voyager Media Awards, with finalists recognised for leadership, reporting, and Pacific-focused storytelling.

PMN NewsWed, 15 Apr

Business

$23.95 vs $29.90: Minimum wage rise slammed as workers falling behind on pay

Officials say low-paid workers, many of them Māori and Pasifika, are still struggling as the minimum wage rises, far below the new Living Wage.

Christine RovoiWed, 01 Apr

Business

'We can't afford to get to work': Home support workers rally over fuel crisis in New Zealand

Low-paid carers say they are being pushed to breaking point as fuel costs rise, forcing some to choose between feeding their families and getting to clients.

Christine RovoiWed, 01 Apr