NewsPaua pies, Pacific pizzas, and plenty of love at Pepe's CafeWith creative twists like boil-up pizzas and language weeks themed pies, Pepe’s is proving that kai is about connection as much as it is about flavour.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 18 Sep
News • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific families among Tokoroa community hit hard by mill closureSouth Waikato Mayor Gary Petley says the shutdown of a local plywood plant is a major blow to Pasifika whānau long-tied to the town’s timber industry.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 17 Sep
News • Aotearoa New ZealandPokies, stigma and silence: Gambling campaign calls families to Lead with LoveTuala Pesio Ah-Honi of Mapu Maia says shame and judgement often push loved ones into isolation, as the new Lead With Love campaign launches.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 10 Sep
News • Aotearoa New ZealandAdvocate warns disability funding changes must have Pacific voices involvedJade Farrar warns government plans to overhaul funding could deepen inequities unless families are included in design and the budgets reflect Pacific realities.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 09 Sep
NewsNZ award celebrates legacy and authenticity in Pacific leadersThe New Zealand Pasifika Leadership Award honours Don Mann, Dagmar Vaikalafi Dyck, and Maseina Koneferenisi for their contributions and community connection.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 05 Sep
News • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific health expert calls for bold action as supermarket reforms fail to fight food crisisDr Anae Neru Leavasa says the government’s aim to speed up consents will not ease grocery prices, leaving Pacific families under pressure.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 04 Sep
News • Aotearoa New Zealand • Tonga • Cook IslandsPacific leaders honour Māori Queen at her inaugural KoroneihanaThousands gathered at Tūrangawaewae for the first coronation anniversary of Te Arikinui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po, joined by Pacific leaders.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 04 Sep
NewsCultural traditions leave families vulnerable after the loss of a loved oneAdvocates 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
News • Solomon IslandsElsie Polosovai bids farewell as Miss Solomon IslandsThe outgoing pageant queen has laid down her crown, reflecting on a year of challenges, growth, and community pride.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 03 Sep
NewsHow Pacific families in NZ can honour their loved ones without breaking the bank‘You don’t need to literally pay your respects’: Concern and advice from community advocates on funeral arrangements.Khalia StrongWed, 03 Sep
