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Pageant talk: Pacific queens on colourism, transparency, and online backlash

As debate continues around the 2026 Miss Pacific Islands pageant, former contestants are calling for clearer judging, stronger safeguards, and an end to online attacks facing Pasifika women on stage.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesSun, 22 Feb

Community

Pacific Catholics join over a billion worldwide for Lent amid Pope’s call to 'listen and fast'

From village churches to city cathedrals, Catholics across the region enter the Lenten season, answering Pope Leo XIV’s call for deeper listening, gentler speech, and care for the poor and the earth.

PMN NewsThu, 19 Feb

Community •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Report finds Pacific families hit hardest as material hardship and unemployment rise

The Salvation Army’s latest social report reveals worsening child poverty, food insecurity, and unemployment among Pasifika, with social and economic pressure intensifying across Aotearoa.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 11 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

Community

Waitangi in Pictures: Waka, whānau and manu under the bridge

PMN News captures the colour, connection, and community spirit of Waitangi Day: from markets, manu dives, and young people on the water.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 06 Feb

Community

Pacific kava business owner finds ‘māfana’ at Waitangi on first visit

For ‘Anau Mesui-Henry, attending Waitangi Day was not about tourism but about learning where she stands in Aotearoa and honouring a shared history.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 06 Feb

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Tonga

Tongan-Australian officer makes history with Navy promotion

Captain Rose Apikotoa’s Tongan upbringing shaped the values and leadership principles that guide her military service.

PMN NewsThu, 05 Feb

Community

New Zealanders show unity and respect for Waitangi, study shows

As Aotearoa prepares for Waitangi Day, a survey reveals most Kiwis value Te Tiriti, human rights, and respectful discussion about their shared history.

Christine RovoiWed, 04 Feb

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Aotearoa New Zealand

‘Words have power’: Pacific tolerance for on-air slurs hits record low

A new survey shows Pacific people are now the demographic most opposed to offensive language on New Zealand airwaves.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 03 Feb

Community

Finding a ‘NewBae’ in 2026: A South Akl singles night changing up the dating scene

As dating apps lose their spark, a weekly Manukau speed dating event is giving Pacific singles a chance to ditch the swiping and make real connections, face to face.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 27 Jan

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