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Clocks back, beers on tap: Easter weekend brings new rules and routine changes

As daylight saving time ends and new alcohol laws change, Easter weekend in Aotearoa will look different for families, communities, and hospitality venues.

Khalia StrongThu, 02 Apr

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Fijians rush to fill tanks as fuel prices spike overnight across nation

Families and commuters scrambled at petrol stations after a surprise price increase, highlighting how Pacific nations are exposed to global oil shocks.

PMN NewsWed, 01 Apr

Politics

Food and fuel cost pressures bite as Aotearoa recovery shows on paper

GDP grew in the December quarter, but rising fuel and food prices hit Pacific households hardest.

Renate RiversThu, 19 Mar

Politics

Liquor law changes could lift Pacific communities, small businesses in NZ

Proposed reforms would let bars open on ANZAC and Easter holidays, helping local hospitality and giving fans more chances to come together over sports and the long weekends.

Khalia StrongThu, 19 Mar

Health •

Tonga

Pacific leaders back NZ kava reforms but warn of risks for smaller businesses in Tonga

Proposed changes aim to protect tradition, strengthen safety, and future-proof New Zealand’s kava market.

Khalia StrongFri, 27 Feb

Opinion

Will's Word: A great day for business. A risky one for NZ workers

The Government says the new employment law brings clarity. Critics say it shifts power away from workers.

William TeriteWed, 18 Feb

Community

Space costs: Pacific families feel pressure as New Zealand property market moves carefully

New data shows prices dip slightly in 2026, but regional hotspots and new homes still leave Pacific families facing housing crisis.

PMN NewsWed, 11 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

Pacific Region

Pacific UN operations ‘unaffected’ by global budget crisis despite Guterres warning

While the UN Secretary General warns of “imminent financial collapse” due to unpaid member dues, Pacific leaders and advocates call again for fair and timely finance from wealthy nations.

Christine RovoiWed, 04 Feb

Opinion

Recipe for risk: How gaps in New Zealand's food safety oversight expose communities

The withdrawal of a bakery’s popular horse meat pies reveals deeper weaknesses in New Zealand’s food safety system that disproportionately affect Pasifika and other migrant communities.

Melino MakaTue, 27 Jan

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