EntertainmentSāmoan stars in Aotearoa NZ: Donell Lewis and Kennyon Brown tour with DJ NoizThe Australian-based artists celebrate culture, connection, and community as they bring their music to Christchurch and Gisborne this January.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 17 Dec
Entertainment‘A man so full of love’: Fepulea’i awarded comedy Topp PrizeThe Wellington-born entertainer is celebrated for his Sāmoan humour, storytelling, and commitment to uplifting Aotearoa comedy.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 17 Dec
EntertainmentŌtautahi's 1 Drop Nation celebrates brotherhood and legacy in new musicThe Christchurch roots-rock-reggae band shares its most personal album yet, collaborations with Chad Chambers, Laughton Kora, and Lion Rezz.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 12 Dec
EntertainmentOscar hopeful Lea Tupu’anga's māfana captures global supportFrom a desktop draft to an Oscar campaign backed by Jason Momoa, the short film marks a new milestone for Tongan storytelling.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 11 Dec
Entertainment • TongaFrom his bedroom to global playlists, Tongan Trixx finds his voiceRaised on church harmonies and armed with only an iPad, the 20-year-old artist is turning island life and big ambition into a breakout sound.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 09 Dec
EntertainmentTikTok triumph puts Ilai Havea Matangi ‘on a new mission’ to elevate Pacific content creatorsThe Tongan social media sensation says his historic win has shifted more than his career.Atutahi Potaka-DewesSat, 06 Dec
EntertainmentSeth Haapu unveils powerful ancestral anthem of healingDescribed as a Pacific soul meditation, ‘Ranginui’ explores vulnerability, grief, and spiritual renewal.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 03 Dec
Entertainment • TongaCould a Tongan short film gain an Academy Award nomination?Created by two Tongan women, ‘Lea Tupu’anga / Mother Tongue’ is a celebration of Pacific heritage and is up for Oscar consideration.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 03 Dec
Entertainment • AustraliaPacific creators take centre stage as Matangi and Savali dominate 2025 TikTok AwardsIlai Matagi wins Creator of the Year and Lance Savali Music Artist of the Year, marking a historic moment for Pasifika representation on the global arena.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 27 Nov
Entertainment • Aotearoa New ZealandOne Love Festival 2026 cancelled as costs hit organisers and fansNZ's biggest reggae celebration is taking a year off, as organisers blame rising living costs, travel expenses, and behind-the-scenes issues.PMN NewsWed, 26 Nov
