OpinionMy Perspective: A missed opportunity?Under MMP, closing coalition doors early could prove a costly political gamble, writes Khalia Strong.Khalia StrongWed, 29 Jul
ElectionConsent starts at home: Pacific health expert says law reform needs family conversationsA Sāmoan sexual health researcher welcomes stronger consent laws, but says real change will come from helping Pacific children learn about respect, boundaries and healthy relationships. Khalia StrongTue, 21 Jul
ElectionPacific workers most unionised but still lowest paid as new plan sparks discussionA Green Party proposal is raising questions about whether stronger collective bargaining can help close the wage gap and improve workplace conditions for Pacific workers.Khalia StrongMon, 20 Jul
ElectionPacific voters asking tougher questions and parties need better answers, experts say The PMN-Horizon Research Pacific Issues Election Survey suggests Pacific voters are looking beyond campaign promises, with experts saying parties now need to show how their policies will actually work. Khalia StrongFri, 17 Jul
ElectionAfter the warning shot: National, Opportunity and ACT work to close the Pacific trust gapPacific voters have made their concerns clear. Now the coalition and Opportunity parties are making their case on cost-of-living and representation before election day.Andre Fa'aosoWed, 15 Jul
OpinionWill’s Word: New PMN election poll is a wake-up call for National and a warning for LabourPacific voters have made their concerns clear, but William Terite argues no party owns their support. William TeriteWed, 15 Jul
ElectionLabour leads Pacific vote but political commentators warn support must be earnedA new PMN Horizon Research survey shows Labour remains the preferred party among Pasifika but cost of living, trust and low youth turnout mean no one can afford to take the Pacific support for granted.Andre Fa'aosoTue, 14 Jul
ElectionAupito and Anae warn parties: NZ's Pacific voters will judge you on delivery, not promisesA new PMN News-Horizon Research survey shows Pasifika are putting political parties on notice ahead of the election with cost of living, health and housing driving their decisions. Khalia StrongTue, 14 Jul
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
