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‘Never give up’: Pacific girls crowned Little Miss Aotearoa winners

Taking out the Mini Miss and Little Miss Aotearoa titles for 2026, the young queens are celebrating culture, confidence and community.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 10 Jun

Community •

Cook Islands

‘When I see something that needs to be done, I just go and do it’ - Ching

From teaching Pacific languages in schools to helping the homeless, Reverend Tapita Taia Ching’s quiet work has earned her a King’s Service Medal.

Renate RiversSun, 07 Jun

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Tonga

‘Work done in the trenches’: Tongan leader Kathleen Tuai-Ta'ufo'ou honoured

She helped over 100 families into homes, supported thousands during crises, and championed Pacific voices in policy spaces. Now, Kathleen Tuai-Ta'ufo'ou has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.

Renate RiversFri, 05 Jun

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Tonga •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Fane Ketu’u: A 40-year mission to keep the Tongan language alive earns national honour

The Auckland educator says receiving a Member of the NZ Order of Merit is a shared achievement after teaching Lea Faka-Tonga and inspiring students through language, culture and performance.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 04 Jun

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Niue

King’s honour for Niue matriarch Vai Kumitau who spent decades helping Pacific families

The Dunedin community leader receives a King’s Service Medal for a lifetime of service to Pacific people, language and culture in NZ’s South Island.

Susana GuttenbeilThu, 04 Jun

Community

Online child abuse reports linked to NZ rise 29 per cent as UN warns bans are not enough

Over 20,000 reports of online child exploitation and abuse were received last year as governments and tech companies told social media platforms must be made safer by design, not just restricted by age.

Christine RovoiWed, 03 Jun

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Niue

‘Don’t forget language’: 79-year-old Niuean educator honoured for her lifelong service

Tina O’Halloran still hears the voices of her elders telling her to “teach the children”. Now, after six decades of doing exactly that, the Vagahau Niue champion has been awarded a King's Honour.

Susana GuttenbeilWed, 03 Jun

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Sāmoa •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Former Sāmoan fire commander recognised for saving Pacific lives

Leota Pauga Esitone Pauga co-founded an enduring national network to break down cultural barriers and deliver safety messages in local languages.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 02 Jun

Community

‘Overwhelmed and grateful’: Beatrice Faumuina honoured in King’s Birthday list

The former world discus champion has been appointed a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit in this year's King’s Birthday Honours.

Khalia StrongMon, 01 Jun

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Languages

Pacific language champions, sporting greats and community leaders honoured

Twelve Pasifika have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours List for decades of service in sports, education, language, public service, and communities across Aotearoa and the wider Pacific.

Christine RovoiMon, 01 Jun

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