Language & CultureAuckland’s Matariki Festival celebrates water and Māori culture in a time of reflectionMatariki ki te Wai 2025 invites communities to honour their ancestors and highlight the interconnectedness of life, water, and identity.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 11 Jun
Language & Culture • Cook IslandsAnnie Scoon: From softball star to community championHer remarkable journey has earned the Cook Islander royal recognition for her services to sport and Pacific communities in Aotearoa.'Alakihihifo VailalaSat, 07 Jun
Language & Culture • SāmoaMore than a crown: Ieremia-Allan inspires youth to redefine cultural representationEmbracing her identity, the reigning Miss Pacific Islands and Miss Sāmoa says true beauty lies in authenticity and connection to one’s culture.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 06 Jun
Language & CultureAncient DNA study reveals unique history of Pacific migrationThe ground-breaking research challenges the idea of a single ancestral culture and sheds light on the social dynamics of the region’s ancient people.Khalia StrongFri, 06 Jun
Language & Culture • Sāmoa • Aotearoa New ZealandSāmoan trailblazer reflects on language, identity and leadershipVaiaso o le Gagana Sāmoa is underway and the University of Auckland’s first Sāmoan Acting Deputy Pro Vice-Chancellor Pacific is urging learners to embrace their culture.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 04 Jun
Language & Culture • SāmoaVaimoana Mase: Upholding faith, family, and Pacific storiesIn a heartfelt reflection during Sāmoan Language Week, the award-winning journalist shares how her father’s wisdom shapes her storytelling journey. Khalia StrongWed, 04 Jun
Language & Culture • SāmoaCelebrating culture: Vaiaso o le Gagana Sāmoa inspires New Zealand communityAs Aotearoa marks Sāmoan Language Week, the theme emphasises the importance of being well-grounded for success, drawing parallels with the craftsmanship of ocean vessels.PMN NewsMon, 02 Jun
Language & Culture • TongaTongan lawyer calls for youth to lead, as she is honoured for service to rugby and communityPauline-Jean Luyten has been recognised in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours and urges young Pasifika to embrace their heritage and take charge in their communities.'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 02 Jun
Language & Culture • SāmoaTamaiti Satalo: New animation series launches for Sāmoan Language WeekA Sāmoan remake of Tākaro Tribe, Tamaiti Satalo, debuting on 5 June, pairs Pacific Media Network with Cinco Cine.PMN Sun, 01 Jun
Language & Culture • Cook Islands‘Hard mahi ahead’: The fight to keep Fale Malae's dream aliveThe Government’s unexpected funding cut to Wellington’s Fale Malae has put pressure on the future of the Pacific project.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 27 May
