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
Politics • Cook IslandsPacific voters not guaranteed Labour support - commentatorRichard Pamatatau says changing socio-economic realities and a growing Pacific middle class are reshaping voting patterns and opportunities.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 20 Jan
OpinionWill's Word: PM's State of the Nation plays it safe but lacks sparkThe Prime Minister’s State of the Nation speech was disciplined and consistent, but offered little sense of inspiration in an election year.William TeriteTue, 20 Jan
OpinionWill's Word: Is NZ really getting back on track? With the Prime Minister set to deliver his State of the Nation speech today, Pacific Mornings host William Terite questions who the Government’s focus is really serving.William TeriteMon, 19 Jan
