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Pacific families left asking what election economic plans mean for them, says expert

Economist Ganesh Ahirao says both major parties are still stuck chasing debt and surplus targets: Labour says its plan will protect public services as National doubles down on no new taxes.

PMN NewsMon, 24 Aug

Community

NZ's new Children's Commissioner says Pasifika must shape the solutions for mokopuna

Jane Searle says Pacific communities know what their children need, as she warns one in three Pacific children are living in material hardship.

Christine RovoiWed, 19 Aug

Community

Families forced to choose between food and petrol as grocery pressure deepens

A South Auckland budgeting service says demand for food and financial support is surging as the Greens push a plan to tackle supermarket prices.

Christine RovoiTue, 18 Aug

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Papua New Guinea

Fijian families squeezed as financial pressures push students out of uni

New figures show how rising household costs are reaching into education with students struggling to afford fees, food and transport.

Christine RovoiTue, 11 Aug

Community

Emergency savings gap highlights need for stronger financial protection for Pasifika

As New Zealand marks Money Month, new research shows fewer Pacific people have emergency savings, while experts say small steps and better financial advice can help families build stronger protection.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 06 Aug

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