SportsIt's Pacific brotherhood on and off the fieldA group of former Pacific rugby players reunited in Auckland last week for a special charity match.Renate RiversFri, 25 Jul
Health • TongaTongan psychologist to lead Methodist Church safeguarding reformsSonia Pope has been appointed as the first Director of Safeguarding, leading efforts to address past abuse and protect Pacific church members.Joylene Dymond TiumaluThu, 24 Jul
Health • Aotearoa New ZealandQuiet Courage: How a small trust is shifting mindsets in rural NZIn the conservative town of Hastings, Nevertheless Trust offers culturally-rooted mental health programmes that empower identity, resilience, and community healing.Susnation SetaThu, 03 Jul
Health • Aotearoa New ZealandChildren Commissioner wants Māori and Pacific youth in NZ suicide prevention efforts Dr Claire Achmad criticises the Government’s action plan, saying it excludes vital insights from youth in tackling the crisis amid rising suicide rates.Andre Fa'aosoTue, 24 Jun
Health • Aotearoa New ZealandBreaking down the nationwide Suicide Prevention Plan through a Pacific lensPacific mental health expert Dr Sione Vaka weighs in on the Government’s new Suicide Prevention Action Plan and what it means for Pacific communities.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 18 Jun
PoliticsYouth rally for change: Hīkoi demands action on homelessness crisisRangatahi from Kickback are marching from K-Road to Britomart, urging Aotearoa to recognise and address the harsh realities faced by their peers.Khalia StrongFri, 13 Jun
HealthPacific researchers explore kava and talanoa therapy as treatment for PTSDThis innovative approach seeks to validate indigenous knowledge while providing culturally safe mental health solutions for Pacific communities.Khalia StrongThu, 05 Jun
HealthCall for collective action to combat racism and mental distress among NZ's Pacific youthDr Karlo Mila says the alarming rates of mental distress and suicide demand systemic change and greater societal acceptance.Khalia StrongTue, 20 May
Health • Aotearoa New ZealandHighlighting the hidden heroes: Researcher amplifies the voices of Pacific caregiversIsitokia Paasi’s project aims to tell the vital stories and strength of communal support, including the challenges faced in an under-resourced health system.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 19 May
PoliticsHomelessness crisis deepens amid urgent call for policy reformHousing advocates are sounding the alarm over worsening homelessness as policy changes and funding cuts hinder access to stable housing.Khalia StrongTue, 29 Apr
