PoliticsCeasefire in Gaza: A moment of hope or caution?New Zealand has welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, but academic Fuimaono Dylan Asafo says Aotearoa must do more.'Alakihihifo VailalaSat, 18 Jan
Politics‘We owe it to the Palestinians’ - Green PartyForeign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says the ceasefire is a vital first step while the Greens want an end to the occupation of Palestine.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 16 Jan
Politics2025 predictions: Change and transition in NZ and beyondThis year is shaping up to be one of bold moves and significant shifts, writes PMN political reporter 'Alakihihifo Vailala.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 15 Jan
PoliticsNZ defends 'independent' Pacific diplomacyAs geopolitical tensions rise in the region, the Government reinforces Aotearoa’s commitments to Pasifika at home and in the islands.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 19 Dec
Politics‘It wasn’t a hīkoi, it was a carkoi’Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters and Debbie Ngarewa-Packer weigh in on the haka, the hīkoi, and the Treaty Principles Bill.'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 25 Nov
Politics • SāmoaPoliticians reflect on historic Sāmoa Citizenship BillWhile celebrated as a victory for ‘Pasifika justice’, questions remain about the bill's limitations.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 21 Nov
Politics • SāmoaOne amendment added to citizenship billHowever, Teanau Tuiono’s two amendments to the bill were voted down by the Government. 'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 07 Nov
Politics • Sāmoa • Niue • Cook Islands‘Be careful what you wish for’Winston Peters discusses the implications of the Sāmoa Citizenship Bill and highlights New Zealand's delicate balance between regional policy and Pacific relations.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 17 Oct
Politics • TokelauCommittee to decide on Tokelau referendumA special committee will decide whether another vote will be held on Tokelau’s self-determination options.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 29 Aug
PoliticsWinston Peters confirms a 2026 bid for ParliamentThe comeback king, Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters, is looking to stand again for Parliament - he’ll be 81 if the next election is held in 2026.Pacific MorningsWed, 28 Aug