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Aotearoa New Zealand

Cheaper power or climate risk? Pasifika divided over NZ First’s billion-dollar oil plan

A Sāmoan New Zealand First candidate says new offshore energy exploration could help ease cost pressures for families but climate campaigners warn Pacific communities could pay the price.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 21 Jul

Politics •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Pacific vote no longer guaranteed as parties fight for a changing political landscape

New PMN-Horizon Research findings show traditional Pacific voting patterns are being tested, with parties arguing over what the future of the Pasifika ballot will look like.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 15 Jul

Politics

NZ First targets Pacific vote with Māngere candidate Vicky Hau

Despite 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

Politics

NZ First’s Elliot Ikilei courts Pacific voters as parties vie for growing political influence

The former New Conservatives leader seeks to win Pacific support for New Zealand First and is calling on Pacific voters to reconsider long-held political loyalties ahead of the November general election.

Khalia StrongMon, 08 Jun

Politics

Peters says Budget ‘as good as it gets’ after National and ACT misread economy

Winston Peters also takes aim at his Coalition Government partners for dismissing New Zealand First’s warnings over tax cuts and spending promises.

PMN NewsFri, 29 May

Opinion •

Cook Islands

Will's Word: Is NZ finally getting somewhere with the Cook Islands story?

With Winston Peters heading to Rarotonga, there are signs the drawn-out saga could be moving towards something real.

William TeriteWed, 01 Apr

Opinion

Will's Word: Rise of Winston Peters

Winston Peters continues to climb in the polls, proving survival is everything in politics.

William TeriteWed, 28 Jan

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: An Xmas boost for Labour as the tide begins to turn

As the cost of living and health crisis continue to bite, voters are shifting their appetites, leaving the centre-left back in the conversation.

William TeriteThu, 18 Dec

Politics

Pacific jobless rates fuel debate in NZ as Peters blames energy costs

Unemployment among Pasifika in Aotearoa has hit 12.1 per cent, more than double the national average.

'Alakihihifo VailalaSun, 21 Sep

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: Weekend politics signals New Zealand’s mood

Oriini Kaipara’s by-election win signals a Māori voter shift. Labour falters, Te Pāti Māori strengthens, and Winston Peters reclaims his stage.

William TeriteMon, 08 Sep

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