Politics • United StatesUS govt shutdown sends shockwaves through the Pacific and opens door for changeAs Washington stalls, Pacific island nations face both risk and choice as tens of thousands of federal workers are sent home without pay.Christine RovoiMon, 03 Nov
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: Labour’s capital gains tax could be the shakeup we needForget the doomsday talk, Labour’s capital gains tax isn’t the economy-killer critics claim. It’s about fairness, not fear, and the Coalition knows it.William TeriteThu, 30 Oct
Pacific Region • Tonga • ChinaTonga bets on China deal to modernise farming ahead of general electionExperts say the move could unlock productivity but implementation, infrastructure, and market compliance will be critical for success.Christine RovoiWed, 29 Oct
Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandLabour says Capital Gains tax proposal will ease health costs for Pacific familiesBut National and ACT say Labour’s plan to fund free GP visits through a capital gains tax doesn’t stack up and will hurt investment.Samson SamasoniWed, 29 Oct
EducationPacific teachers call for respect as nationwide strike hits schoolsThe educators say their roles extend beyond teaching, emotional support, planning, and cultural connections.Khalia StrongThu, 23 Oct
Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandInflation pressures bite families as relief still months away - expertsSatish Ranchod and Brooke Pao Stanley say everyday essentials remain expensive despite signs of stabilisation, as Pasifika struggle to keep up.Samson SamasoniTue, 21 Oct
Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific commentators cautious of Labour’s Future Fund proposal without more detailAs economic pressures and nationwide strike actions intensify, does Labour’s infrastructure fund offer real solutions in the future?Samson SamasoniTue, 21 Oct
BusinessPacific entrepreneurs honoured at awards for innovation, resilienceThe 2025 Pacific Business Trust Awards recognises the growing impact of Pasifika enterprises.Khalia StrongThu, 16 Oct
Opinion • SāmoaBetween home and away: FAST’s challenge to rebuild without breaking the lifelineThe government wants to “rebalance” Sāmoa’s reliance on overseas work, but with no domestic sector ready to fill the gap, that ambition could be harder to deliver than to declare.Renate RiversMon, 13 Oct
BusinessFrom mortgages to muscle rubs: Apa Fatialofa’s business is one built on beliefEntrepreneur and former athlete Apa Fatialofa shares how a knee injury, family legacy and Sāmoan values shaped his journey.Khalia StrongTue, 07 Oct
