Language & Culture • SāmoaTamaiti Satalo: New animation series launches for Sāmoan Language WeekA Sāmoan remake of Tākaro Tribe, Tamaiti Satalo, debuting on 5 June, pairs Pacific Media Network with Cinco Cine.PMN Sun, 01 Jun
Pacific RegionNew series puts Pacific voices at the centre of international issuesFilmed across 10 nations and featuring over 30 contributors, Fight for the Pacific explores how global powers shape the region’s future.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 28 May
Business • TongaTongan couple turns side hustle into thriving multimedia studioCelebrating community and creativity, the Tabuto-Iotebatus serve a range of clients - from local families to international organisations.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 15 May
Entertainment‘We did our best’: The Panthers producers respond to criticismsThey emphasise that despite their extensive consultations and efforts to incorporate feedback, achieving complete satisfaction among all parties involved proved difficult.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 06 May
Entertainment • United States • SāmoaUS tariffs on foreign films: A double-edged sword for NZ industryIndustry creatives say the proposed tariffs could halt large-scale productions, cut jobs, or create space for local stories to take centre stage.Khalia StrongTue, 06 May
OpinionWill's Word: Trump tariff threat sends shockwaves through NZ film industryNew Zealand’s $3.5 billion screen sector is bracing for potential fallout from a possible US film tariff; the impact on Pacific stories like Tinā, still awaiting a US release, remains uncertain.William TeriteTue, 06 May
Entertainment • DocumentariesPacific stories take centre stage in new era of NZ screen industryWith successful films like Tinā capturing audiences, Dana Youngman says the future looks bright for Pacific narratives in mainstream media.Khalia StrongFri, 02 May
Entertainment • SāmoaSāmoan composer infuses Tinā with heritage, heartfelt choral traditionAs the film surpasses $5 million at the box office, Tuilagi Igelese Ete reflects on the power of music in honouring the sacrifices of past generations.Khalia StrongThu, 24 Apr
Entertainment • SāmoaTinā: Heartfelt Sāmoan film soars to $5 million Box Office successNow among NZ’s top 10 most successful films, the beloved local drama continues its record-breaking momentum.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 16 Apr
Arts • Sāmoa • Australia • Aotearoa New ZealandSāmoa’s storyteller: Arran Rogers films Pacific narratives for those far from homeAfter picking up a camera during Covid lockdown, he now aims to direct movies grounded in Sāmoan heritage with fellow Pacific creatives.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 02 Apr
