CommunityWaitangi in Pictures: Waka, whānau and manu under the bridgePMN 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
CommunityPacific kava business owner finds ‘māfana’ at Waitangi on first visitFor ‘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
Community • TongaTongan-Australian officer makes history with Navy promotionCaptain Rose Apikotoa’s Tongan upbringing shaped the values and leadership principles that guide her military service.PMN NewsThu, 05 Feb
CommunityNew Zealanders show unity and respect for Waitangi, study showsAs 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
Community • Aotearoa New Zealand‘Words have power’: Pacific tolerance for on-air slurs hits record lowA 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
CommunityFinding a ‘NewBae’ in 2026: A South Akl singles night changing up the dating sceneAs 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
Community • Rotuma, Fiji • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific leader Lisa Tai appointed CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities NZOf Rotuman and Chinese heritage, she brings extensive leadership experience across health, community services, and governance at a time of growing demand for family support, the charity says.Christine RovoiSun, 25 Jan
Community18-year-old Pacific filmmaker named Young New Zealander of the Year semi-finalistSāmoan-Fijian Telesia Tanoa’i’s storytelling is more than art, it’s a mission to preserve Pacific languages and inspire rangatahi across Aotearoa.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 23 Jan
Community • Aotearoa New ZealandFinal Call: Thousands urged to check phones before mobile 3G network disconnectionFamilies and business owners are being urged to check older devices as Aotearoa’s 3G network shutdown nears, with Spark NZ set to switch off the service on 31 March 2026.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 23 Jan
Community • Australia • TuvaluFrom redundancy to residency: A Townsville community saves eight stranded TuvaluansThe caregivers were forced to flee across state lines after their agency abruptly ended their employment and accommodation in NSW, Australia.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 20 Jan
