EntertainmentRotorua band Kotahi Te Rā wins Smokefree Tangata Beats 2025With only one day’s practice before regionals, the five-member band from Rotorua Boys’ High School has earned $11,000 in prizes and praise.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 17 Sep
HealthHospice staff bring cultural care and dignity to familiesFrom bedside care to community visits, workers aim to extend their support beyond the nursing homes for Pacific whānau.Khalia StrongTue, 02 Sep
PoliticsDebate heats up: Is $1 million for NZ's Pacific healthy homes enough amid a housing crisis?The Government says the extension will bring long-term improvements for Pasifika families, but Labour argues that it’s insufficient amid major housing cuts and rising homelessness.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 26 Aug
HealthSurgeon warns of risks as Pacific patients opt to travel overseas for weight-loss operationLimited public access and high costs are driving some Pasifika to seek surgery abroad. But Dr Grant Beban cautions against poor follow-up care and the hidden dangers involved.Khalia StrongMon, 25 Aug
HealthSāmoan women seek life-changing weight loss surgery in TurkeySarah Bennett and Lemau Timu’s journeys highlight the rise of medical tourism and challenges in Pacific healthcare access.Khalia StrongWed, 13 Aug
NewsChanging of the guard at Le Va: Denise Kingi-‘Ulu‘ave hands over the reins Mati Dr Elizabeth Mati is the new chief executive of the Pacific-led organisation, succeeding Kingi-‘Ulu‘ave, who moves to a prevention-based role.Khalia StrongTue, 12 Aug
NewsPacific life expectancy drop ‘a wake-up call’, says health expertGovernment data confirms life expectancy for Pacific people in Aotearoa is declining, prompting calls for urgent and equity-focused action.Khalia StrongThu, 07 Aug
HealthPacific and Māori athletes sought for concussion researchAUT researchers are investigating how brain injuries affect underrepresented groups and are seeking volunteers to help improve diagnosis and care.Khalia StrongFri, 01 Aug
EducationPacific health expert questions impact of new medical school on Pacific representationSir Dr Collin Tukuitonga says the proposed medical school in Waikato will not address Pasifika under-representation in the medical field.'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 21 Jul
NewsUrgent call to prevent Pasifika being ‘invisible’ in Census overhaulA Pacific data expert warns that New Zealand’s shift from traditional methods threatens the cultural and social wellbeing for Pasifika communities.Khalia StrongMon, 14 Jul