EducationPrime Minister’s Science Teacher Award winner advocates for equity in educationSchool teacher Dr Aiden Kiely warns government must do more to support frontline education staff and stop reversing progress for Pacific learners.Andre Fa'aosoTue, 13 May
Education • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific cadetship paves new career pathways for young people in South AucklandCommunity leader John Kumitau says the initiative is empowering Pasifika school leavers through meaningful work experience and guidance.Andre Fa'aosoMon, 12 May
Education • SāmoaNew Zealand's first Pacific woman MP to get honorary doctorateLuamanuvao Dame Winnie Laban will receive an honorary Doctor of Literature from Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 07 May
EducationPacific advocates call for open dialogue on sexual health and relationshipsChallenging cultural taboos, public health experts say it’s important to create safe spaces to empower youth and reduce stigma.Khalia StrongMon, 05 May
EducationY Sports Camp fosters competition, culture, and communityYMCA North’s camp gives South Auckland students a week of growth through sport and culture.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterWed, 16 Apr
EducationDebate ignites over proposed law to ban race-based uni fundingSupporters argue for a focus on individual needs, while critics warn of potential setbacks for Māori and Pacific students facing systemic discrimination.Khalia StrongFri, 11 Apr
Education‘Clearly anti-Māori’: Local board leaders slam member's bill on race-based servicesSupport from targeted university services has helped Māori and Pasifika students succeed, say local politicians, and removing them will only entrench disadvantage.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterMon, 07 Apr
Education • AustraliaRepresentation gap hurts Sāmoan students in Australia - studyA Sāmoan PhD researcher’s thesis reveals how cultural representation can empower Pasifika in Australian classrooms.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 28 Mar
EducationAmbitious teenager aims to bring Māngere's voice to ParliamentMarques Tominiko is ready to serve his community as Māngere's Youth MP, championing education and empowering young people.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterWed, 26 Mar
EducationPacific academic slams sex-ed rollback for ignoring cultural needsDr Analosa Veukiso-Ulugia says the recent changes to sex education are driven by fear rather than education and fail to consider Pacific cultural values.Khalia StrongTue, 18 Mar
