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Rising costs hit Pacific families hard as interest rate decision nears

From higher food and rent bills to cultural obligations, Pacific households are feeling “the squeeze”. Experts warn that Reserve Bank decisions could affect families already stretched financially.

Khalia StrongTue, 17 Feb

Community •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Report finds Pacific families hit hardest as material hardship and unemployment rise

The Salvation Army’s latest social report reveals worsening child poverty, food insecurity, and unemployment among Pasifika, with social and economic pressure intensifying across Aotearoa.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 11 Feb

Summer

New Year money reset: How to improve your payday habits in 2026

A Sāmoan mortgage adviser shares tips on strengthening your position for home ownership and avoiding the holiday spending ‘hangover’.

Khalia StrongFri, 02 Jan

Community

Study shows alarming burnout rates among NZ-born Pasifika

With ongoing demands from work, family, and community expectations, the research calls for urgent action from employers and policymakers.

Khalia StrongTue, 02 Dec

Pacific Region

Sending money home: Call for transparent solutions and digital transformation

Many Pacific families rely on remittances to support essential needs like food, education, and healthcare, but high transfer fees impose major barriers, experts say.

Khalia StrongTue, 25 Nov

Immigration

Pacific families turn to KiwiSaver as cost-of-living pressures rise

Financial adviser Victoria Ongolea says record hardship withdrawals highlight financial stress among Māori and Pasifika households.

Khalia StrongTue, 04 Nov

Politics •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Govt accused of ‘punching down’ on young people over Jobseeker changes

Youth advocate Aaron Hendry says new Jobseeker Support rules put cost-cutting ahead of care, blaming young people for “an economic crisis they did not create”.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 06 Oct

Business

Mils Muliaina joins Auckland Business Chamber as first Pasifika director

The former All Black and financial adviser aims to inspire entrepreneurs and support local businesses.

Khalia StrongMon, 06 Oct

Immigration

Cultural traditions leave families vulnerable after the loss of a loved one

Advocates say raising the threshold will ease pressure on Pacific and Māori families, who often face difficulties when cultural inheritance practices clash with New Zealand law.

Khalia StrongThu, 04 Sep

Opinion

Will’s Word: Is rising house prices the key to economic growth in New Zealand?

Interest rate cuts gave first-home buyers a glimpse of hope. Luxon’s call for house prices to climb threatens to shut the door again on struggling Pacific families.

William TeriteTue, 26 Aug

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