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Tonga

Pacific chefs celebrate recognition but there's more 'talent to shine'

A review by Local Democracy Reporting found few Pacific-owned businesses and just seven South Auckland eateries featured on this year's list.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataThu, 25 Jun

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Fiji expands protected ocean zones as it targets illegal fishing and declining stocks

The government plans to place 15 per cent of its vast ocean territory under marine protection by the end of 2026.

Christine RovoiMon, 15 Jun

Health •

Aotearoa New Zealand

A South Auckland café manager tells how and why they are helping their neighbourhood

Managing a neighbourhood space in Ōtara, Dru Smith, manager of Alexandar Café, speaks about improving local health.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 10 Jun

Politics

Budget pressure felt by Pacific, Māori families as health groups warn of ‘missed opportunity’

Health and community leaders warn the Government is investing too late while communities continue to struggle with housing, healthcare, and food insecurity.

Christine RovoiFri, 29 May

Health

Pacific chef turns daughter’s allergy journey into call for better support

‘Ana Ma’ilei Savio, Allergy New Zealand board member, says Pacific families need greater awareness, safer food options, and more culturally grounded support as allergy cases continue to rise.

Khalia StrongFri, 15 May

Pacific Region •

Niue

The cost of living crisis shapes Niue election as voters seek economic relief at the polls

Rising food prices, fuel costs, and power cuts are driving voter concerns in Niue ahead of the 2 May election with economic pressure putting leadership and political stability under the spotlight.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 24 Apr

Community

South Auckland report: We grow enough food so why are our children going hungry regularly?

A report is demanding urgent change after it found deep food insecurity in South Auckland with Pacific communities hit hard.

PMN NewsTue, 31 Mar

Community

Six in 10 Pacific families struggling to afford food, new report finds

Pacific households in Aotearoa are facing food hardship at nearly twice the national rate, with community groups warning the crisis is deepening.

Khalia StrongFri, 13 Mar

Local Democracy Reporting

Food, music, culture return as Pasifika Festival takes over Western Springs

Organisers expect around 30,000 people over two days as communities from across the Pacific gather for performances, food and cultural celebration.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 13 Mar

Health •

Tonga

Pacific leaders back NZ kava reforms but warn of risks for smaller businesses in Tonga

Proposed changes aim to protect tradition, strengthen safety, and future-proof New Zealand’s kava market.

Khalia StrongFri, 27 Feb

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