Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific Youth MP champions climate action, social equityJessica Tupai, winner of the 2024 National Race Unity Speech Awards, aims to highlight the voices of Pasifika communities in Parliament.Andre Fa'aosoTue, 24 Jun
Politics • Cook IslandsGreen MP slams poll on citizenship rights, calls for recognition of Cook Islands-NZ long historyTeanau Tuiono, who hails from the Cook Islands, says the results show a lack of deeper understanding of the bonds and contributions between both nations amid New Zealand's aid suspension.'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 23 Jun
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandKhalia's Kupu: Punished for making ends meetCounting boarder income in benefit calculations will only make it worse for struggling families.Khalia StrongFri, 30 May
PoliticsShane Reti defends $36m cut to Pacific Ministry as 'growth’The Pacific Peoples Minister says Budget 2025 focuses on efficiency and economic growth.'Alakihihifo VailalaSat, 24 May
PoliticsPacific MPs demand bold budget reforms amid criticism of cuts and inequalityLabour’s Jenny Salesa warns the cuts impact low-income families, while Green MP Teanau Tuiono defends calls for wealth taxes and essential social services.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 16 May
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: A dream budget with no safety netThe Greens are thinking big, but ambition without a back-up plan can turn bold reform into broken promises when times get tough.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 15 May
PoliticsFree GP visits and $100m Pacific health investment in Greens alternative budgetThe proposals target areas with the highest need, including South Auckland, and aim to address long-standing health inequities.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 14 May
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: Tory Whanau showed leadership to the endBacking out of the Wellington mayoral race to avoid a Greens-Labour war isn’t quitting, it’s putting Wellington first.William TeriteTue, 29 Apr
OpinionWill’s Word: Police on the streets means safety, not anxietyWellington’s nightlife isn’t exactly peaceful after dark. If things go sideways at 2am, you’ll be glad the cops are nearby.William TeriteThu, 27 Mar
PoliticsVisa-free travel for Pacific Islanders ‘not a priority’Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the Government is focused on investor and workforce visas, not visa-free travel for Pacific Islanders.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 11 Mar
