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Rising costs hit Pacific families hard as interest rate decision nears

From higher food and rent bills to cultural obligations, Pacific households are feeling “the squeeze”. Experts warn that Reserve Bank decisions could affect families already stretched financially.

Khalia StrongTue, 17 Feb

Business

From march to menu: Grayze’s homecoming to Treaty Grounds

For Zhaiyne Gray and her family’s fleet of mobile kai carts, serving food at Waitangi is a “full circle” celebration of heritage, community, and identity.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 09 Feb

Business •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Pacific finance expert outlines how stronger money skills can ease unemployment pain

With Pacific unemployment well above the national average, a South Auckland finance specialist says improving credit and budgeting understanding could help families navigate the tough economic times.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 09 Feb

Business •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

Tonga

Auckland bakery stops selling popular Tongan horse-meat pie over food safety concerns

Council inspectors have pulled it off the shelves after finding the horse meat was not cleared for human consumption, raising questions about cultural food practices and food safety in Aotearoa.

Christine RovoiTue, 27 Jan

Business

Game over: EB Games to close all Aotearoa stores by month’s end

After 26 years, the iconic gaming retailer confirms its New Zealand operations are no longer “commercially viable”.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 19 Jan

Business •

Aotearoa New Zealand

The summer hustle: How Pacific youth are turning sunshine into opportunity in NZ

From Ōtara Market stalls to TikTok tutorials, young Pasifika across Aotearoa are redefining what it means to work in summer.

Christine RovoiThu, 15 Jan

Business

Huntly’s 10-year-old lawn mowing sensation gives back to kaumātua

Harry Muru-Kete is running a successful business and refusing payment from elderly clients as a way of giving back to his community.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 12 Jan

Business •

Tonga

From the friendly isles to Koroneihana: The Tongan hairstylist trusted with a Queen

Viliami Finau reflects on the honour of styling the Māori Queen and the journey that led him there.

'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 07 Jan

Business

New Zealand-India trade deal sparks Pacific interest, but benefits remain limited

The 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 Zealand

ACC backs down on work-from-home cuts, protecting Pacific staff

Around 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

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