PoliticsPacific jobless rates fuel debate in NZ as Peters blames energy costsUnemployment among Pasifika in Aotearoa has hit 12.1 per cent, more than double the national average.'Alakihihifo VailalaSun, 21 Sep
NewsPacific families still shut out as rental prices cool across the countryA third of new tenants are paying less rent this year, but a housing advocate warns Pasifika whānau face rising costs, unstable tenancies, and ongoing discrimination.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 19 Sep
News • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific families among Tokoroa community hit hard by mill closureSouth Waikato Mayor Gary Petley says the shutdown of a local plywood plant is a major blow to Pasifika whānau long-tied to the town’s timber industry.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 17 Sep
Business • TongaJennifer Tupou: The Fono's head of finance gets top honoursShe says her achievement reflects the resilience, excellence, and impact of Pacific professionals.Khalia StrongThu, 11 Sep
Language & CultureEmbracing grief: The sacred space of Sāmoan and Tongan traditions in mourningPacific grief is communal, spiritual and ongoing, contrasting with Western models, according to Nalei Taufa and Reverend Dr Feiloaiga Taule’ale’ausumai.Khalia StrongFri, 05 Sep
News • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific health expert calls for bold action as supermarket reforms fail to fight food crisisDr Anae Neru Leavasa says the government’s aim to speed up consents will not ease grocery prices, leaving Pacific families under pressure.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 04 Sep
NewsCultural traditions leave families vulnerable after the loss of a loved oneAdvocates say raising the threshold will ease pressure on Pacific and Māori families, who often face difficulties when cultural inheritance practices clash with New Zealand law.Khalia StrongThu, 04 Sep
NewsHow Pacific families in NZ can honour their loved ones without breaking the bank‘You don’t need to literally pay your respects’: Concern and advice from community advocates on funeral arrangements.Khalia StrongWed, 03 Sep
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: The Govt’s allowing foreign home buyers in again, but there's a catchForeign buyers are back in New Zealand’s housing market but only at the ultra-luxury end. It’s common sense and could boost the economy.William TeriteTue, 02 Sep
Business • Aotearoa New ZealandGovernment’s fast track supermarket plan criticised as ‘tinkering’New consenting rules will speed up supermarket builds, but critics warn only structural reform and forced divestment will lower grocery prices.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 29 Aug
