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‘Don’t forget language’: 79-year-old Niuean educator honoured for her lifelong service

Tina O’Halloran still hears the voices of her elders telling her to “teach the children”. Now, after six decades of doing exactly that, the Vagahau Niue champion has been awarded a King's Honour.

Susana GuttenbeilWed, 03 Jun

Local Democracy Reporting

South Auckland author calls out lack of Pacific children's books

A bilingual children's book is out as Sāmoan Language Week gets underway. But concerns remain about a shortage of Pacific children's books.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataTue, 02 Jun

Entertainment

‘The pull is stronger than ever’: Mozie finds her voice through grief, identity and Sāmoa

As Aotearoa moves from NZ Music Month into Sāmoan Language Week, the rising Afakasi artist is using music to honour her late father, explore her heritage and tell stories that resonate.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 02 Jun

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Aotearoa New Zealand

Former Sāmoan fire commander recognised for saving Pacific lives

Leota Pauga Esitone Pauga co-founded an enduring national network to break down cultural barriers and deliver safety messages in local languages.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 02 Jun

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Tonga

Moana Pasifika rescue must be more than a bailout, says academic

Professor Steven Ratuva says New Zealand should treat saving the club as a long-term Pacific partnership, not just another rugby funding project.

Christine RovoiTue, 02 Jun

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Cook Islands

'Pasifika Rugby can't be ignored': Cook Islands and Tonga make case for Kanaloa takeover

Pacific rugby leaders say professional pathways, local development and Pacific-led decision-making must be protected as support grows for Kanaloa Rugby's bid to take over Moana Pasifika.

Christine RovoiTue, 02 Jun

Environment

Flood warning as heavy rain batters Northland, Nelson and Golden Bay

MetService is urging residents to prepare as a major weather system brings flooding risks, strong winds and heavy rain across parts of New Zealand.

PMN NewsMon, 01 Jun

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Fiji

Australia lay down marker as race for sevens world crowns heads to France

The Australians' historic double triumph in Spain has made them the team to beat ahead of this weekend's HSBC SVNS Grand Final in Bordeaux.

PMN NewsMon, 01 Jun

Sports

Northern Mystics seize top spot as Magic break their drought and Pulse shake up finals race

The ANZ Premiership playoffs race took another twist over the weekend as the Mystics secured first place, the Magic got their first win and the Pulse dented the Tactix's hopes of home-court advantage.

PMN NewsMon, 01 Jun

Community

‘Overwhelmed and grateful’: Beatrice Faumuina honoured in King’s Birthday list

The former world discus champion has been appointed a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit in this year's King’s Birthday Honours.

Khalia StrongMon, 01 Jun

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