Local Democracy ReportingPapatoetoe turnout rises, but there's still 28,000 missing voicesParticipation in the Papatoetoe re-run election is climbing, but most voters are still sitting it out, raising questions about who is shaping decisions.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataWed, 08 Apr
Pacific Region • New CaledoniaNew Caledonia left in limbo as France MPs reject reform planThe Pacific territory faces more uncertainty after the French National Assembly blocked key changes as pro-independence leaders call for a “reset”.Christine RovoiWed, 08 Apr
CommunityVoters urged to enrol early as same-day enrolment scrappedNew rules mean voters must enrol before advance voting begins, with families, young people, and shift workers facing extra barriers in the 2026 election.Renate RiversTue, 07 Apr
Local Democracy Reporting • Sāmoa'Let us speak for our own': Taitosaua Bill Peace pushes for youth voice in PapatoetoeLocal Democracy Reporting is profiling the five Pasifika candidates standing in the Papatoetoe local board race. The final profile is Taitosaua Bill Peace.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataThu, 02 Apr
PoliticsPacific lawyer aims to turn narrow 2023 loss into win for HendersonNational Party's Angee Nicholas will contest the 2026 election after missing out by just 131 votes last time, with experts saying Pacific representation is increasingly in focus.Christine RovoiThu, 02 Apr
Politics • NiueNiue heads to the polls as leadership changes and challenges loomPrime Minister Dalton Tagelagi signals a potential final term while Speaker Hima Ikimotu Douglas confirms departure ahead of the 2 May election.Renate RiversMon, 30 Mar
Politics • Cook IslandsAlfred Ngaro's political comeback: The former Pacific minister joins NZ First for 2026 electionAfter leading NewZeal into the 2023 election without success, New Zealand’s first MP of Cook Islands heritage says his party switch is a 'strategic step'.PMN NewsSun, 22 Mar
Local Democracy Reporting'You belong here': John Loau shares why he's running for PapatoetoeLocal Democracy Reporting is profiling the five Pasifika candidates standing in the Papatoetoe local board race. The first profile is on John Loau.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 13 Mar
PoliticsTwo economic paths, one choice: What it means for PasifikaAt a major forum, National and Labour set out rival plans for New Zealand’s future as Pasifika face higher joblessness, lower pay, and rising living costs.Khalia StrongFri, 13 Feb
Local Democracy ReportingPapatoetoe vote rerun under close scrutinyOfficials urge voters to report concerns as a fresh Papatoetoe local board election opens next month.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataTue, 10 Feb
