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Employment

New rules could leave Pacific workers with less time off - union

New Zealand’s leave system has passed into law but critics say the changes could hit Pasifika hardest because many are in part-time and casual jobs.

Andre Fa'aosoThu, 30 Jul

Politics •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Employment Leave Bill moves ahead as Pacific expert warns workers could be left behind

Dr Karanina Sumeo, former Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner, says the new system could put more pressure on casual and part-time workers already facing financial uncertainty.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 22 Jul

Election

Pacific workers most unionised but still lowest paid as new plan sparks discussion

A Green Party proposal is raising questions about whether stronger collective bargaining can help close the wage gap and improve workplace conditions for Pacific workers.

Khalia StrongMon, 20 Jul

Pacific Region •

Cook Islands

Tourism is booming but Cook Islands families are still feeling the pinch, hotel boss says

A 50-cent minimum wage rise has been welcomed but Liana Scott says rising power bills, water charges and labour shortages remain the bigger challenge for households and businesses.

Renate RiversThu, 09 Jul

Business

PBT chair accepts ‘full responsibility’ after trust's turbulent year

The Pacific Business Trust board chair acknowledges the organisation’s staffing issues, as business leaders call for greater accountability.

Khalia StrongMon, 29 Jun

Politics

The Pacific money dilemma: Survive today or save for tomorrow?

Pacific households are weighing two election promises: higher KiwiSaver contributions under National, or tax relief under the Greens.

Khalia StrongMon, 22 Jun

Business

Jobs next door but Pacific youth still shut out of employment opportunities

South Auckland sits beside one of Aotearoa’s biggest employment hubs, yet many young Pasifika are still missing out on jobs and work experience as youth unemployment reaches a 30-year high.

Khalia StrongFri, 19 Jun

Politics

Opposition says Pacific ministry is being 'run down' despite Prime Minister's pledge

Labour and Green MPs say sweeping changes to MPP are stripping away its role and influence, raising fresh questions about its future despite earlier assurances it would not be merged this term.

Christine RovoiWed, 17 Jun

Politics

Pacific ministry faces uncertain future as Government weighs programme changes

Minister for Pacific Peoples Paul Goldsmith says some programmes could be folded into wider government services as part of a cost-cutting review due to go to Treasury next month.

Christine RovoiTue, 16 Jun

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Fiji expands protected ocean zones as it targets illegal fishing and declining stocks

The government plans to place 15 per cent of its vast ocean territory under marine protection by the end of 2026.

Christine RovoiMon, 15 Jun

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