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'They turn around and go': Shame stops some Pacific families from seeking food assistance

New research finds nearly six in 10 Pasifika respondents live in food-insecure households, while frontline workers say financial pressure and fear of judgement make it harder for families to ask for help.

Khalia StrongTue, 13 Oct

Business

Japan looks to Pacific workers as labour shortage continues

The government says more foreign workers are needed in sectors like agriculture, nursing care, and construction.

Christine RovoiTue, 06 Oct

Politics

Labour MP promises KiwiSaver boost for workers who cannot afford to contribute

Barbara Edmonds says employers should keep paying into KiwiSaver even when workers have to cut their own contributions, with the minimum employer rate rising to six per cent by 2032.

PMN NewsMon, 14 Sep

Business

Pacific builders see work return but the fight for steady jobs continues - owner

Construction is starting to pick up after a tough few years but Pasifika builders and apprentices say consistent work, fair rates and more opportunities for local businesses are still needed.

Khalia StrongMon, 07 Sep

Politics

Pacific youth hit by Jobseeker cuts as Labour, Greens warn of more pain for families

Carmel Sepuloni says thousands of young people could lose support under new rules, while Green MP Teanau Tuiono says workers are already feeling the pressure of changes to employment laws.

PMN NewsThu, 03 Sep

Business

Pacific workers say new Living Wage increase gives them ‘time back’

As the Living Wage rises to $29.90 an hour, Pasifika employees say earning more means less time working extra hours.

Khalia StrongTue, 01 Sep

Politics

Aupito: ACT public service plan risks stripping out Pacific cultural knowledge

The former Pacific Peoples Minister says Pasifika must be heard as ACT pushes to remove what it calls race-based hiring and cultural requirements from the public service.

Christine RovoiMon, 17 Aug

Business

Pacific workers urged to know their rights in NZ after migrants pay $60,000 each for jobs

A Labour Inspectorate manager says Pasifika should learn their rights and recognise the warning signs of exploitation after two migrants each paid $60,000 for jobs at a Four Square supermarket in Thames.

Andre Fa'aosoTue, 04 Aug

Politics

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

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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

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