Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandBudget 2025: Mixed reactions from Pasifika as key investments and cuts raise concernsAs the Government prioritises business investment over immediate household support, concerns arise around the long-term implications for employment equity, particularly for Pacific women and youth.Christine RovoiFri, 23 May
PoliticsPacific advocates call for compassionate investment ahead of Budget 2025Ana Ika and Anae Arthur Anae urge the government to prioritise immediate support for vulnerable families and foster meaningful change.Khalia StrongThu, 22 May
Politics‘Underpaid and undervalued’: Pay equity changes spark controversyAs the Government prepares for Budget 2025, advocates warn that tightened eligibility could further disadvantage women and low-paid workers.Khalia StrongFri, 16 May
Language & Culture • Fiji • RotumaFiji's Prime Minister promises economic boost for RotumaDuring Rotuma Day celebrations, Sitiveni Rabuka says he aims to improve collaboration between businesses and the government.PMN NewsThu, 15 May
OpinionWill’s Word: Are more Kiwis choosing part-time work or is that all that’s left?On paper the numbers look fine, but Māori and Pacific workers are being left behind and that’s not something to quietly celebrate.William TeriteThu, 08 May
Pacific Region • VanuatuVanuatu's homegrown solution to poverty and climate challengesThrough farming, training, and resilience-building, Nasi Tuan is transforming lives in one of the world’s most disaster-prone nations.Khalia StrongTue, 06 May
Entertainment • United States • SāmoaUS tariffs on foreign films: A double-edged sword for NZ industryIndustry creatives say the proposed tariffs could halt large-scale productions, cut jobs, or create space for local stories to take centre stage.Khalia StrongTue, 06 May
NewsChurch, culture and KiwiSaver: Pacific researcher maps money mattersMassey University researcher Vika Namoa investigates how Pacific youth navigate communal pressure, calling for culturally grounded financial education and more explicit money language.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 05 May
Politics • AustraliaTongan leader urges Pasifika to take part in Australia’s election Hahano Ki Mala’ekula Namoa emphasises the importance of informed voting for Australian and Pacific communities.Khalia StrongThu, 01 May
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: A risky tightrope walk for New Zealand's economyThe Government’s focus on tightening spending aims to control debt, but success hinges on how the Reserve Bank and global forces react.William TeriteWed, 30 Apr
