Language & Culture • Aotearoa New ZealandGo-ahead granted for long-awaited Fale Malae in WellingtonProject leaders say the consent recognises Aotearoa’s Pacific identity, moving the long-held vision of a national Fale Malae closer to reality.PMN NewsFri, 28 Nov
Language & Culture • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands Pidgin celebrated across NZ: Academic says it links culture and communityGordon Nanau reflects on how the language carries identity, belonging, and culture, while the diaspora marks the week with ceremonies, music, and cultural activities.PMN NewsFri, 28 Nov
Language & CulturePacific poets unite to revitalise language through landmark publishing projectTala: Sharing Pacific Stories aims to celebrate Pasifika languages and cultures through literature.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 25 Nov
Language & CultureReclaiming our first blood: Children’s book revives indigenous teachings on periodsMy First Ikura blends mātauranga Māori with practical facts to help families talk openly about first periods and celebrate them as a sacred rite of passage.Khalia StrongTue, 25 Nov
Language & Culture • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islanders in New Zealand invite Kiwis to celebrate and protect the languageCommunity leaders say it’s a chance to keep Pijin alive and share the pride of Solomon Islands identity.PMN NewsSun, 23 Nov
Language & Culture • TokelauHutt Valley author debuts a 90s coming-of-age Tokelau tale‘Hiva & Heartbeats’ weaves Te Gagana Tokelau with R&B nostalgia, offering young readers a story about finding your rhythm.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 18 Nov
Language & Culture • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific voices lead the way as WIPCE kicks off in Auckland, urging Indigenous solutionsMore than 3000 Indigenous educators have gathered in Tāmaki Makaurau to focus on ancestral knowledge as a guide to address today’s climate challenges.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 17 Nov
Language & CultureNZ's Pacific leaders honoured for service and integrity at Public Service Day AwardsTwo senior figures from the Ministry for Pacific Peoples have been recognised among New Zealand’s top public servants.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 11 Nov
Language & Culture • TokelauTokelau Language Week 2025: A culture unleashed as NZ's diaspora celebratesFrom fatele dancing to online seminars, this weekend marks the end of Te Gagana Tokelau.PMN NewsFri, 31 Oct
Language & Culture • TokelauReconnecting with Tokelau through language and identityUniversity of Auckland graduate Mia-Mae Taitimu-Stevens is living this year’s Te Vaiaho o te Gagana Tokelau theme.PMN NewsSun, 26 Oct
