Technology • Papua New GuineaPublic AI tools could expose sensitive local data, Pacific govts and organisations warnedAn expert says governments and businesses need urgent safeguards as staff increasingly use public AI platforms, raising concerns about data sovereignty, privacy and control over sensitive information.Christine RovoiWed, 17 Jun
Pacific Region • Marshall IslandsMarshall Islands govt declares emergency after Ebeye fire leaves over 100 homelessPresident Hilda Heine signed a 90-day state of emergency after a major blaze tore through Ebeye, destroying homes, businesses and key infrastructure in one of the Pacific’s most populated communities.PMN NewsFri, 12 Jun
SportsMoana Pasifika collapse laid bare as liquidators reveal $8.2 million debtMore than 140 creditors are caught up in the fallout after a report reveals the full extent of the financial crisis that brought down the Super Rugby club.PMN NewsWed, 03 Jun
CommunityKing’s Birthday 2026: What’s open, who gets honoured and why New Zealand has a day offAotearoa will enjoy a long weekend on Monday for King’s Birthday. Here's what the public holiday means for your pay, what's likely to be open and how people earn a place on the King's Honours List.Christine RovoiSun, 31 May
Politics'Budget for the greedy, not the needy': Pacific leaders clash over who wins in Budget 2026A heated panel on Pacific Mornings and fresh statements have exposed deep divisions over jobs, hardship, defence spending and the future of Pacific communities in Aotearoa.Christine RovoiFri, 29 May
Politics'A wrecking ball': Public service job cuts spark alarm for PasifikaCritics warn Pacific families could lose key support services.Renate RiversWed, 20 May
PoliticsCould NZ-owned banking help Pacific families build future, generational wealth? Winston Peters says bringing BNZ back under New Zealand ownership and expanding KiwiSaver could help families build long-term wealth. Khalia StrongTue, 19 May
SportsNZ Rugby celebrates $304m record revenue as Pacific leaders warn Moana's left behindMoana Pasifika’s future still hangs in the balance as rival takeover talks unfold with players left carrying the weight of uncertainty on and off the field.Christine RovoiThu, 07 May
BusinessTrade over Tech: Why hands-on jobs are in top demand for PasifikaForget talk about robots. In 2026, the real power is in the hands of those on the tools like truck drivers, machine operators, and construction workers.Khalia StrongThu, 07 May
Community • Aotearoa New Zealand • Australia‘Too much’ or a gift? How Elisha Tamasi encourages Pacific beauty reclamationPacific life coach Elisha Tamasi, the founder of “So Extra”, says an aspect of self-love for Pacific people is understanding their features are an ancestral gift rather than something that needs fixing.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 06 May