Politics • Sāmoa • Aotearoa New ZealandSāmoan candidate vows ‘Rewa hard’ transformation as Manurewa race ignitesEntrepreneur and NZ First candidate, Esther Tofilau-Tevaga, says Pacific and Māori communities sit at the centre of her push for “common sense” politics ahead of the 2026 election.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 03 Jul
Law & OrderMore powers, more risk? Security guards raise concerns over ACT party proposalSecurity guards warn expanded powers could increase confrontations, raising concerns for Pacific workers already overrepresented on the frontline. Khalia StrongFri, 03 Jul
Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandBarbara Edmonds hits back at ACT cuts and defends the Labour Party's tax proposalLabour’s finance spokesperson says shrinking the government departments should not mean losing Pacific voices.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 02 Jul
PoliticsGreens warn ACT welfare plan could hit Pacific families hardestACT leader David Seymour says new welfare rules would make the system fairer and more focused on need but the Greens say Pasifika could be among those most affected.Renate RiversWed, 01 Jul
PoliticsNo safety net: Sange Malama’s uphill battle for Rangitata electorateLabour’s new Rangitata candidate Sange Malama needs to win the electorate outright to secure a seat in the upcoming 2026 election.Khalia StrongTue, 23 Jun
PoliticsNZ First targets Pacific vote with Māngere candidate Vicky HauDespite Labour’s long dominance in Māngere, a new candidate believes growing Pacific political influence under MMP could reshape the electorate’s future. Khalia StrongTue, 23 Jun
PoliticsThe Pacific money dilemma: Survive today or save for tomorrow?Pacific households are weighing two election promises: higher KiwiSaver contributions under National, or tax relief under the Greens.Khalia StrongMon, 22 Jun
OpinionWill's Word: Why this Gen Z voter is taking Opportunity seriouslyOnce written off as a policy-heavy party, William Terite says Opportunity is finally cutting through.William TeriteThu, 18 Jun
PoliticsLabour's $20 fare cap scrutinised over cost, reach and real impactThe party's transport policy promises cost-of-living relief but questions are growing over who benefits and whether it reaches the most vulnerable.Fri, 12 Jun
PoliticsElection 2026: ACT candidate targets Pacific voters in South Auckland raceHenrietta Devoe says voters in one of Labour’s safest seats should rethink traditional political loyalties, adding that her party offers practical answers to cost-of-living pressures. Khalia StrongTue, 09 Jun
