ElectionRent-to-buy could help Pacific families into home ownership, but challenges remainLabour's proposed scheme could give some Pacific families a pathway to buying a home and generational wealth, but a housing researcher questions how it will be rolled out.Khalia StrongFri, 06 Nov
Election • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific vote in focus as parties make final pitch before election dayACT wants to scrap the MPP, NZ First says it will fight to keep it while Labour promises a Pacific woman could take charge of Aotearoa's finances.Christine RovoiFri, 06 Nov
ElectionCost of living remains high, as Labour unveils rent-to-buy pathway Tuiono says voters want help with food and power, while Labour targets access to home ownership.Thomas Tarurongo WynneWed, 28 Oct
Election‘Show us the wins not WINZ’: Mokaraka wants Panmure-Ōtāhuhu to shed deprived labelThe Vision New Zealand candidate says years of neglect have left Pacific families struggling with housing, healthcare and the cost of living. He wants to bring hope.Thomas Tarurongo WynneThu, 01 Oct
Politics • GuamGuam pushes US to fund infrastructure strained by military buildup in territoryA delegation has presented US federal officials with data showing the pressure on hospitals, utilities, housing and other services as Washington expands US military presence in the Pacific nation.Christine RovoiThu, 24 Sep
ElectionWhat the 2026 election promises could mean for Pacific householdsEconomist Filipo Katavake McGrath says one policy could have an impact on families approaching retirement as housing, food prices remain concerns.PMN NewsMon, 07 Sep
BusinessPacific builders see work return but the fight for steady jobs continues - ownerConstruction is starting to pick up after a tough few years but Pasifika builders and apprentices say consistent work, fair rates and more opportunities for local businesses are still needed.Khalia StrongMon, 07 Sep
PoliticsPacific children face poverty rates more than twice the national level, new data showsNew figures show 31 per cent of Pasifika rangatahi are living in material hardship with advocates calling for higher incomes and more suitable housing for families.Khalia StrongMon, 31 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingAuckland charitable trust fights to keep Manurewa centreThe Pride Project has secured a one-year extension for its Manurewa hub, giving the organisation until mid-2027 to find a permanent home.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 07 Aug
BusinessReserve Bank lifts interest rates again: What this means for Pacific familiesThe Official Cash Rate has increased to 2.50 per cent as the Reserve Bank tries to bring inflation back under control and could mean higher borrowing costs for some households and businesses.PMN NewsWed, 08 Jul
