BusinessPacific entrepreneurs honoured at awards for innovation, resilienceThe 2025 Pacific Business Trust Awards recognises the growing impact of Pasifika enterprises.Khalia StrongThu, 16 Oct
Business • Sāmoa‘Memories on wood’: Tribute Custom Arts carves out space for Pacific creativityFrom his Wainuiomata garage, LJ Tanielu transforms personal stories into wooden artworks, encouraging young Pacific creatives to take pride in their heritage.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 14 Oct
BusinessFrom mortgages to muscle rubs: Apa Fatialofa’s business is one built on beliefEntrepreneur and former athlete Apa Fatialofa shares how a knee injury, family legacy and Sāmoan values shaped his journey.Khalia StrongTue, 07 Oct
BusinessMils Muliaina joins Auckland Business Chamber as first Pasifika directorThe former All Black and financial adviser aims to inspire entrepreneurs and support local businesses.Khalia StrongMon, 06 Oct
BusinessLeave reforms ‘unfair’ to Pasifika, critics sayUnion and Pacific leaders warn the proposed changes will limit entitlements for part-timers.Khalia StrongThu, 25 Sep
BusinessTongan engineer recognised as Next Generation Leader in infrastructureKarina Kaufusi, a champion for inclusion, sustainable visibility, and cultural leadership, was honoured at the 2025 Impact Awards saying she's 'choosing to belong anyway'.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 17 Sep
Business • TongaJennifer Tupou: The Fono's head of finance gets top honoursShe says her achievement reflects the resilience, excellence, and impact of Pacific professionals.Khalia StrongThu, 11 Sep
Business • Aotearoa New ZealandGovernment’s fast track supermarket plan criticised as ‘tinkering’New consenting rules will speed up supermarket builds, but critics warn only structural reform and forced divestment will lower grocery prices.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 29 Aug
BusinessSāmoan's new Birdie tool set to transform golfing experienceEntrepreneur Kurt Stowers has developed a simple, pocket-sized solution for golfers tired of wet and dirty clubs. Khalia StrongFri, 29 Aug
Business • Sāmoa • Aotearoa New ZealandA taste of Sāmoa: TALA secures spot among New Zealand’s finestWith storytelling woven into every dish, TALA has been named one of six restaurants to receive 3 Hats at the 2025 Cuisine Good Food Awards in Auckland.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 20 Aug