PoliticsPacific lawyer aims to turn narrow 2023 loss into win for HendersonNational Party's Angee Nicholas will contest the 2026 election after missing out by just 131 votes last time, with experts saying Pacific representation is increasingly in focus.Christine RovoiThu, 02 Apr
PoliticsLabour takes aim at Luxon in Botany as Leavasa steps forwardFormer MP Dr Anae Neru Leavasa takes on PM Christopher Luxon in Botany, banking on cost-of-living pressures and electorate’s diversity to shift.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 31 Mar
PoliticsPolyfest funding comes under pressure as the Greens pledge $2m amid govt pushbackOrganisers warn rising costs are putting the future of the world’s largest Pacific schools cultural festival at risk, as political parties clash over how much support it needs.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 19 Mar
HealthLabour defends Covid response after inquiry reveals higher death rates for Pacific peopleMP Jenny Salesa says the Labour Government’s pandemic response still saved thousands of lives.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 12 Mar
PoliticsFears that new police powers will push Pacific youth further into harmYouth advocate Aaron Hendry says plans to give police move-on powers for children as young as 14 risk punishing homelessness instead of fixing it.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 24 Feb
PoliticsPacific unemployment soars despite NZ jobs growing nationwidePacific unemployment has reached the highest of any ethnic group, even as New Zealand added 15,000 jobs late last year.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 04 Feb
OpinionWill's Word: Talofa Judith CollinsThe National MP has been one of the toughest figures in modern NZ politics. After 24 years in Parliament, her impact is impossible to ignore.William TeriteThu, 29 Jan
PoliticsPacific representation in focus as parties gear up for 2026 electionAs election day approaches, the Greens signal more Pacific candidates while Labour and National pitch policies that affect Pacific communities.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 28 Jan
PoliticsSouth Auckland voters turning away from politics - Labour MPArena Williams says low turnout in Manurewa shows growing disengagement in communities hit hardest by the cost of living.'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 26 Jan
PoliticsSepuloni says NZ could see first one-term government as Luxon confirms election dateAs the Prime Minister announced 7 November 2026 as voting day, Labour’s deputy leader says rising public frustration could lead to historic political outcome.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 21 Jan
