NewsPacific families turn to KiwiSaver as cost-of-living pressures riseFinancial adviser Victoria Ongolea says record hardship withdrawals highlight financial stress among Māori and Pasifika households.Khalia StrongTue, 04 Nov
EducationPacific teachers call for respect as nationwide strike hits schoolsThe educators say their roles extend beyond teaching, emotional support, planning, and cultural connections.Khalia StrongThu, 23 Oct
HealthPacific doctor urges dialogue as 100,000 workers prepare for major strike actionPublic Service Minister Judith Collins calls the strikes “unwarranted,” while economist Craig Renney and Pacific doctor Dr Anae Neru Leavasa say workers are doing it tough.Samson SamasoniMon, 20 Oct
BusinessPacific entrepreneurs honoured at awards for innovation, resilienceThe 2025 Pacific Business Trust Awards recognises the growing impact of Pasifika enterprises.Khalia StrongThu, 16 Oct
News‘A bitter pill to swallow’: Pacific families hardest hit as Tokoroa plywood plant set to closeNearly 200 jobs are lost in Tokoroa – councillor Josiah Teokotai highlights resilience and the need for culturally appropriate support.Khalia StrongThu, 02 Oct
Politics‘This gives us more power’: Pacific workers welcome end to pay secrecy clausesAdvocates say the legislation is a vital step towards achieving equality, while MPs agree there are ongoing challenges in addressing systemic pay gaps.Khalia StrongTue, 26 Aug
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandMy Perspective: Pacific unemployment rise demands bold solutionsThe Government’s latest unemployment figures reveal Pacific unemployment at 12.1 per cent. It’s time to reimagine the job market.Khalia StrongThu, 07 Aug
EducationUnitec-MIT merger promises gains for Pacific students amid fees, course concernsThe new Auckland-based vocational provider aims to better serve Pacific learners and local industries, but questions remain about the axing of Te Pūkenga.Khalia StrongThu, 17 Jul
Education • Fiji Dr Unaisi Baba paves the way for women leaders, transforms Pacific education As Vice Chancellor of Fiji’s National University, she champions gender equality while addressing pressing challenges within the region’s education sector. Elenoa TuragaiviuMon, 30 Jun
BusinessPay cut law threatens Pacific workers: Union calls out unfairnessE tū campaigner Fala Haulangi warns the legislation could lead to more disruptive actions as employees push back against unfair practices.Khalia StrongMon, 30 Jun
