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Beyond the spotlight: Two Sāmoan women using music as tautua to culture and community

A veteran live performer and a rising pop-R&B artist are carving out space in Aotearoa’s music scene while staying grounded in the Sāmoan value of service to people, language and culture.

PMN NewsMon, 08 Jun

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Fiji

PMN Fiji wins top radio honour as Pacific broadcasting pioneer recognised

PMN Fiji has been named Best Pacific Language Programme at NZ’s biggest radio awards while veteran broadcaster Eti Fuimaono McCarthy has been honoured for nearly three decades of service.

Khalia StrongFri, 05 Jun

Entertainment

‘The pull is stronger than ever’: Mozie finds her voice through grief, identity and Sāmoa

As Aotearoa moves from NZ Music Month into Sāmoan Language Week, the rising Afakasi artist is using music to honour her late father, explore her heritage and tell stories that resonate.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 02 Jun

Entertainment

‘Stack of Ches’: Niuean pride and Pacific music pioneers celebrated at Aotearoa Music Awards

From a hair-raising Niuean takalo to a new wave of multi-heritage winners, the 2026 awards cements Pacific excellence as the past, present, and future of New Zealand's music industry.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 29 May

Entertainment

The living lineage: NZ Music month captures the unstoppable wave of Pacific musicians

As NZ Music Month celebrates local talent, from Annie Crummer and Che Fu to today's fresh releases, Pasifika music is the national soundtrack.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 22 May

Entertainment

Snacks, cash, and custom: Your ultimate guide to Pacific events

‘400 Weddings and a Funeral’ offers an insider’s look at Pasifika celebrations. Its hosts say that even for those who know the go, there’s always more to learn.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 21 May

Entertainment

‘Sink or Swim’: Hawai'i band Wavvy evolving their island reggae sound with debut EP

From Hilo roots to millions of global streams, the genre-blending band is fusing their music with R&B, pop, and country influences.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 20 May

Entertainment

NZ Music Month: Pacific artists shaping the sound of Aotearoa

From reggae roots to country music milestones and gospel stages, Pacific artists reflect on faith, family, and the stories driving NZ’s music this May.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 18 May

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Fiji

'A click in NZ can have consequences in Fiji': Film exposes serious impact of online abuse

Algorithm of Shame: In the Village, Everybody Knows sounds the alarm on cyberbullying across the region and shows how social media is being used to shame, harm, and destroy lives.

Christine RovoiMon, 18 May

Entertainment

‘Allegedly’ a woman: Jonjon Tolovae brings her bold Pacific katas to the NZ Comedy Festival

The fa'afafine playwright and comedian is taking on identity, taboo topics, and patriarchy in her debut show at Q Theatre.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 14 May

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