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Deputy mayor Simpson backs Manurewa arts space to create 'more Anapelas, more Velas'

Discussions are underway to find a venue where experienced Pasifika artists can share their theatre and film expertise with the next generation.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 12 Jun

'Devastated and disappointed': Efeso Collins' family react to coroner's report

Fa'anānā Efeso Collins' family say the findings validate concerns they raised after his death, but believe the evidence should have been tested in a public hearing.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataMon, 08 Jun

Local Democracy Reporting

Coroner finds Efeso Collins died of natural causes, calls for better emergency planning

Coroner Janet Anderson has found that the former Green MP and South Auckland leader died from heart disease after collapsing at a charity event in Tāmaki Makaurau in 2024.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataSat, 06 Jun

Local Democracy Reporting

Pacific communities urged to weigh in on lifejacket bylaw before deadline this weekend

Auckland Council is seeking feedback from Pacific communities before consultation closes on proposed boating safety rules that would make lifejackets mandatory on small vessels.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 05 Jun

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Auckland's Deputy Mayor celebrates Sāmoan culture at Manurewa Library

Desley Simpson says libraries and community spaces play a vital role in preserving Pacific languages, as Manurewa residents gathered to celebrate the end of Sāmoan Language Week.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 05 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

Local Democracy Reporting

'Enough is Enough': New Zealand sports boss warns sideline abuse is driving children away

Matthew Cooper says poor behaviour from parents and supporters at junior games is putting young players off sports altogether and calls for stronger action to protect children.

LDRSun, 31 May

Local Democracy Reporting

Pay continues for Manurewa board member while SFO assesses complaint

Auckland Council says elected members remain entitled to remuneration while they hold office, as the Serious Fraud Office assesses a complaint referred by the council.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 29 May

Local Democracy Reporting

'We’ll be in this dance next year': Local Pacific councillor fears future rates funding squeeze

Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe local boards have avoided targeted rates for now, but elected members warn funding pressures remain.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataWed, 27 May

Local Democracy Reporting

Diabetes wait times fall in Counties Manukau but pressure on public services rise: HealthNZ

Te Whatu Ora says changes to Counties Manukau’s diabetes dietitian service have nearly halved patient wait times, although waitlists are rising again amid staffing turnover.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataTue, 19 May

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