Entertainment • DocumentariesPacific stories take centre stage in new era of NZ screen industryWith successful films like Tinā capturing audiences, Dana Youngman says the future looks bright for Pacific narratives in mainstream media.Khalia StrongFri, 02 May
News • Aotearoa New ZealandHonouring Pere Maitai: Pioneering broadcaster who amplified Pacific and Māori voicesFrom introducing Pacific Viewpoint in the 1970s to leading newsroom change at Pacific Media Network (PMN), Pere Maitai, who recently died, is remembered for his community commitment.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 27 Mar
Arts‘When one wins, we all win’: Entrepreneur champions next generation of Pacific creativesQueen Shirl’e Academy’s latest initiatives, including Future Soundwaves and Bring the Noise, uplift Pacific youth in media and music.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 25 Mar
Opinion • TongaPacific media at a crossroads: Can Tonga’s struggles ignite a regional revolution?Chronic underfunding and eroding independence threaten the future of Pacific media in a digital age, says Melino Maka.Melino MakaSun, 16 Feb
BusinessTagata Pasifika vows to adapt as funding slashed by a thirdTVNZ’s Pacific news flagship show faces a 35 per cent financing reduction in 2025, cutting its airtime by half. Candice AmaFri, 13 Dec
SocietyWill’s Word: Another setback for NZ media industryWilliam Terite says Whakaata Māori’s TV news closure and staff cuts reflect the deepening crisis in the sector.William TeriteFri, 06 Dec
BusinessPioneering Tagata Pasifika boss bids farewellTaualeo’o Stephen Stehlin retires after nearly 40 years in the broadcasting industry; Tagata Pasifika will return in 2025 with fewer episodes and less funding.PMN NewsSat, 23 Nov
BusinessFair News Bill: Expert warns small media outlets could suffer lossesGoogle has threatened to stop linking to news content in New Zealand if the proposed legislation to make offshore tech giants pay media companies is passed.Christine RovoiWed, 20 Nov
SocietyWill's Word: Fair News Bill’s risky gamble with Google and tech giantsWith local media struggling and tech giants threatening to pull the plug, William Terite questions whether the Fair News Digital Bargaining Bill will help or hurt the industry.William TeriteMon, 18 Nov
SocietyGoogle threatens to stop linking NZ news sitesPacific Mornings' host William Terite warns the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill might cause NZ news to be dropped from web searches. William TeriteMon, 07 Oct