Arts‘Too good to be ignored’ Pacific Fusion Fashion Show marks 10 years of changing the runwayFounder Nora Swann reflects on building a trusted platform for Pacific designers, models and stories while keeping a culture-centred fashion industry.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 11 Aug
ArtsNiuean designers take ‘Welly finesse’ to Pacific Fusion Fashion ShowFacing the rising costs of living and travel, the self-funded Niue Creative Collective are relying on community help to take hiapo to NZ Fashion Week.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 24 Jun
ArtsFrom sewing dolls' dresses to global runways: MENA founder honouredSelf-taught fashion matriarch Filomena Loheni has been named in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours for building one of the Pacific’s most influential brands.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 03 Jun
SummerSkip the big brands: Festive gift ideas from Pacific businessesFrom tumblers and jewellery to candles, books, and food, these Pasifika entrepreneurs offer thoughtful Christmas gifts.Khalia StrongTue, 23 Dec
Language & Culture • Fiji • Aotearoa New Zealand • AustraliaHow Lice Movono’s fashion label was born from her journalismThe ABC correspondent in Fiji says her brand, UKUU, has grown into a celebration of Fijian identity, showcased during Fijian Language Week.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 09 Oct
Arts • Cook IslandsCook Islands model inspires Pacific youth as the Face of Fusion 2026Teokotai Tupou not only embodies Pasifika excellence in fashion but also serves as a beacon of hope for young people across the region.Joylene Dymond TiumaluTue, 16 Sep
Arts • NiueNiuean designers make historic debut at New Zealand Fashion WeekA landmark moment of cultural pride and representation brought to NZFW via the Pacific Fusion Fashion Show.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 27 Aug
ArtsMajestic fusion of Pacific dance, couture takes centre stageExperience a mesmerising celebration of the rich cultural heritage of Pasifika as AUĒ Dance and The House of VA present ARIKI.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 26 Jun
Law & Order • Sāmoa • United StatesTragic loss: Sāmoan fashion icon fatally shot at US peace rallyAfa Ah Loo, who was the only Sāmoan contestant on Project Runway, has died after a shooting during a nationwide protest in Utah.Khalia StrongMon, 16 Jun
BusinessPacific talent agency fined nearly $29k for unlawful dismissal and exploitation of modelIn a case against EBM Artistry, the Employment Relations Authority ruled that Caitlyn Smythe was an employee, not a volunteer.PMN NewsTue, 22 Apr
