Politics • Aotearoa New Zealand • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific candidate says communities need a seat at the policy tableDr Zabeen Lateef is National’s Remutaka candidate and she says Pacific people can create change by becoming more involved in politics.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 13 Jul
Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandBarbara Edmonds hits back at ACT cuts and defends the Labour Party's tax proposalLabour’s finance spokesperson says shrinking the government departments should not mean losing Pacific voices.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 02 Jul
PoliticsMajor parties slump as Greens gain ground in latest NZ election pollPacific leaders from the left say voters are looking for answers on the cost of living, inequality and public services ahead of November's election.Christine RovoiWed, 24 Jun
PoliticsNo safety net: Sange Malama’s uphill battle for Rangitata electorateLabour’s new Rangitata candidate Sange Malama needs to win the electorate outright to secure a seat in the upcoming 2026 election.Khalia StrongTue, 23 Jun
PoliticsLabour's $20 fare cap scrutinised over cost, reach and real impactThe party's transport policy promises cost-of-living relief but questions are growing over who benefits and whether it reaches the most vulnerable.Fri, 12 Jun
Election • Aotearoa New ZealandElection 2026: Pasifika feature in reshaped Labour lineup as party eyes November voteLabour has released its full party list for the general election, confirming rankings for sitting MPs and introducing 30 new candidates as it sets its direction for the campaign ahead.Christine RovoiMon, 08 Jun
PoliticsLabour’s Pacific migration pitch still rooted in exclusion, academic warns Labour says it will unveil a policy during the election campaign to make travel between New Zealand and the Pacific easier, with Phil Twyford calling the region “whānau”. 'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 06 May
PoliticsZero-fee trap: New law takes aim at hidden money transfer costs for Pacific familiesA Labour MP says Pasifika households may have been paying far more than they realised to send money home, with a new bill aiming to expose hidden fees and boost competition. 'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 01 May
PoliticsNational Party targets Māngere as Labour stronghold faces cost-of-living pressureRosemary Bourke says Māngere is becoming more competitive but Labour’s long hold on the South Auckland seat remains firmly intact, backed by a big 2023 majority and decades of support.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 16 Apr
PoliticsLabour takes aim at Luxon in Botany as Leavasa steps forwardFormer MP Dr Anae Neru Leavasa takes on PM Christopher Luxon in Botany, banking on cost-of-living pressures and electorate’s diversity to shift.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 31 Mar
