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
Politics Luxon, Hipkins spar over pay equity law and economic prioritiesBoth leaders vie for the support of Pacific communities, emphasising their visions for fairer outcomes.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 15 May
Politics‘A ministry that gives us voice and visibility’Dame Luamanuvao Winnie Laban on the vital role of MPP advocating for Pasifika amid political challenges.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 09 May
PoliticsPacific unemployment surges to nearly double national rate - reportLabour slams the Government over “shameful” figures showing Pacific joblessness climbing sharply.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 07 May
Education • SāmoaNew Zealand's first Pacific woman MP to get honorary doctorateLuamanuvao Dame Winnie Laban will receive an honorary Doctor of Literature from Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 07 May
PoliticsVeteran councillor set for a comeback as successor steps downAlf Filipaina is running again after Tauanuʻu Nick Bakulich withdraws, saying the community still needs strong and experienced leadership.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 06 May
PoliticsBudget cuts: Labour warns of reckless impact on families, community servicesPacific and frontline services will face severe challenges amid rising demand and dwindling resources, Labour MP Barbara Edmonds says.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 01 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: David Parker bows out with his principles intactThe Labour MP never quite stole the spotlight, but Parker consistently did main character work right to the end.William TeriteWed, 09 Apr
PoliticsChris Hipkins backs Pacific candidates in local elections The Labour leader reaffirms his party’s support for Pacific candidates in local government, saying councils should reflect their communities. 'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 19 Mar
