Business • TongaFrom the friendly isles to Koroneihana: The Tongan hairstylist trusted with a QueenViliami Finau reflects on the honour of styling the Māori Queen and the journey that led him there.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 07 Jan
BusinessNew Zealand-India trade deal sparks Pacific interest, but benefits remain limitedThe landmark agreement could boost exports and jobs in New Zealand, with some indirect opportunities for Pacific businesses and workers. PMN NewsTue, 30 Dec
Business • Aotearoa New ZealandACC backs down on work-from-home cuts, protecting Pacific staffAround 300 Pasifika workers at ACC will keep their flexible work arrangements after the agency dropped plans to require more office days.PMN NewsWed, 10 Dec
BusinessNew pay-equity law will worsen inequality, say Pacific communitiesThey warn the rushed law will widen racial and gender pay gaps, cancel existing claims, and push many families further into hardship.PMN NewsThu, 04 Dec
BusinessPacific workers at risk as AI boom widens inequality, UN warnsPacific nations could be left behind in the global AI race, with women and young people most exposed to job losses as wealthier countries surge ahead.Christine RovoiWed, 03 Dec
Business • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific families warned as scammers target church and trust-based community networksNew Zealanders lost hundreds of millions of dollars to fraud in the past year, with the Commerce Commission warning that scammers are also targeting Pacific families.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 02 Dec
BusinessThird of Pacific women in Auckland businesses, but major sectors still out of reach - reportThe study shows Pasifika wāhine are still under-represented in various industries and leadership roles, highlighting a gap in access to capital and opportunity.Khalia StrongMon, 01 Dec
Business • Aotearoa New Zealand • New Caledonia • Solomon IslandsTravellers warned as global Airbus 320 recall disrupts Pacific flightsThe safety alert for the aircraft is causing delays and cancellations as the festive travel season begins. Air NZ, Aircalin, and Jetstar have reported disruptions.Christine RovoiMon, 01 Dec
BusinessPacific business growth rises in Auckland, but major opportunities still go untapped - reportA new report shows Pasifika make up a big part of Auckland’s workforce but remain underrepresented as business owners.Khalia StrongFri, 28 Nov
BusinessNZ’s new pay law helps workers talk but still hides the real gapsCampaigners say the law won’t close the big gaps for Māori, Pacific and ethnic women because employers still aren’t required to report pay disparities.Renate RiversThu, 27 Nov
