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Should the Waitangi Tribunal matter to Pacific people in NZ?

With one in five NZ-born Pasifika also identifying as Māori, the debate over the tribunal’s future raises questions about who has a stake in the conversation.

Thomas Tarurongo Wynne in PalauFri, 11 Sep

Education

Release MAPAS review and let the public judge for themselves, says Pacific health leader

Sir Collin Tukuitonga says an independent review reportedly backs the Māori and Pacific Admissions Scheme and should be made public as the ACT Party calls for it to be scrapped.

PMN NewsMon, 07 Sep

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Sāmoa

Young Māori-Sāmoan racer chases speedway dream against the odds

Richael Rawiri has already won back-to-back Auckland titles. Now he faces his biggest challenge: finding the money to take on New Zealand’s best.

Christine RovoiMon, 07 Sep

Arts

Young Pasifika and Māori musicians unite to bring harmony and healing to Koroneihana

Rangatahi from across Aotearoa came together at Tuurangawaewae Marae for a special performance honouring Te Arikinui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po and those who have passed.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 03 Sep

Local Democracy Reporting

Demand at Ōtara overnight clinic more than double forecast

Health NZ will not disclose the public cost of keeping Local Doctors Ōtara open around the clock, despite 1417 presentations between 11pm and 8am in July.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataMon, 31 Aug

Local Democracy Reporting

We want ‘more places for rangatahi to just be’, say Manurewa youth

The Manurewa Youth Council has taken rangatahi priorities directly to local decision-makers.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 21 Aug

Local Democracy Reporting

Ōtāhuhu roller doors could become canvases for community stories

A community-led Ōtāhuhu arts project is seeking local board funding to bring local stories and creativity into the town centre.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataThu, 20 Aug

Local Democracy Reporting

'We're one of the heartbeats in this community': Otago Polyfest misses out

Organisers say the decision creates uncertainty for the 33-year-old festival and raises questions about how regional communities are recognised in arts funding.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataTue, 11 Aug

Local Democracy Reporting

Council backs $1.38m investment in Māori artworks at future Te Waihorotiu Station

Auckland Council says the investment will help connect commuters with the city's Māori identity while creating a lasting civic legacy.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataWed, 29 Jul

Local Democracy Reporting

South Auckland creative proposes Māori and Pacific-led digital arts pathway

Kennedy Kioa Toi Faimanifo is seeking Manurewa Local Board backing for a Māori and Pacific-led digital arts academy aimed at creating new pathways into the creative industries for rangatahi.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataSat, 18 Jul

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