Pacific Region • FijiPacific Islands first cryopreservation lab opens in Fiji to protect crops for the futureThe new high-tech laboratory will freeze and protect taro, yams, coconuts, and kava.PMN NewsMon, 03 Nov
Local Democracy ReportingSāmoan chef puts Auckland restaurant on the world map with winIts one-knife recognition at the Best Chef Awards in Milan marks a breakthrough for Sāmoan cuisine and highlights Auckland’s growing Pacific food identity.Mary AfemataThu, 30 Oct
Language & Culture • Niue • Aotearoa New ZealandNiue Language Week: A historic celebration of ‘Stories of Niue’ from parents to childrenWith more than 300 performers, the Tokiofa Arts Academy’s "Stories of Niue" brings together Niuean families across generations, celebrating language and identity.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 24 Oct
NewsInaugural Mousse Masters connects PNG cacao with NZ chefsFrom East Sepik to Auckland, farmer Sperian Kapia tastes mousse for the first time as top chefs celebrate Pacific cocoa communities.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 21 Oct
NewsPaua pies, Pacific pizzas, and plenty of love at Pepe's CafeWith creative twists like boil-up pizzas and language weeks themed pies, Pepe’s is proving that kai is about connection as much as it is about flavour.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 18 Sep
News • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific health expert calls for bold action as supermarket reforms fail to fight food crisisDr Anae Neru Leavasa says the government’s aim to speed up consents will not ease grocery prices, leaving Pacific families under pressure.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 04 Sep
Business • Sāmoa • Aotearoa New ZealandA taste of Sāmoa: TALA secures spot among New Zealand’s finestWith storytelling woven into every dish, TALA has been named one of six restaurants to receive 3 Hats at the 2025 Cuisine Good Food Awards in Auckland.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 20 Aug
BusinessThird supermarket player needed as food prices hit record highsAs food bills soar, the Grocery Action Group is urging government intervention to reduce Woolworths and Foodstuffs dominance in the market.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 18 Aug
NewsGolden crust and gourmet dreams: New Zealand’s tastiest competition heats upThe 2025 Supreme Pie Awards serves up what it takes to be the country’s best savoury.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 25 Jul
News • SāmoaThe palusami pie that’s captivating the SouthA Nelson bakehouse’s twist on a beloved Sāmoan dish has daily sales soaring, eyes top pie prize.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 22 Jul
