ElectionVisa crackdown is not aimed at Pasifika workers, says NZ First With Labour promising visa-free travel for Pacific Islands Forum citizens, the election debate over access to New Zealand is sharpening.Thomas Tarurongo WynneTue, 13 Oct
OpinionNZ's billionaires and beneficiaries: Bashing a path to the ballot box?As politicians turn our attention to two groups, who is held accountable for the systems governing both? Thomas Tarurongo WynneFri, 09 Oct
HealthPacific health needs more than election promises - adviser Pakilau says voters should weigh three priorities when deciding who to support at the 7 November election: wellness, wait time and workforce.Thomas Tarurongo WynneFri, 09 Oct
ElectionDavid Seymour wants tougher welfare rule as Labour targets hidden costs in 2026 electionThe ACT leader says taxpayers deserve a stronger voice in the benefits debate while Labour’s Arena Williams says hidden fees, junk insurance and flight cancellations add pressure to household budgets.Thomas Tarurongo WynneFri, 09 Oct
ElectionGreen Party targets South Auckland youth as poll support climbsGreens' candidates are taking their campaign to gyms, trains and a wrestling event as they try to turn youth engagement to enrollment.Thomas Tarurongo WynneWed, 07 Oct
ElectionThe only liar there is Nicola Willis': Barbara Edmonds hits back over Labour’s election planPacific experts say the 2026 general election in Aotearoa is about more than party promises as voters weigh the cost of living, health, and housing.Thomas Tarurongo WynneMon, 05 Oct
Election‘No’: Ana Ika says election debate is missing the basicsThe Salvation Army social policy analyst says families are making hard choices between food, housing, power and other basic costs.Thomas Tarurongo WynneTue, 29 Sep
ElectionPacific students want help beyond a growing loan bill in New ZealandA student leader says Labour's debt write-off could help after graduation but cost of living is making it harder for Pasifika to get there in the first place.Thomas Tarurongo WynneMon, 28 Sep
ElectionNZ's Pacific voters put political parties on the spot in Māngere forumHousing, jobs, and the cost of living dominate a South Auckland election gathering as candidates face questions from the community.Thomas Tarurongo WynneFri, 25 Sep
ElectionGreens target political influence as Pacific security enters NZ's general election debateTeanau Tuiono says tighter controls on political money are needed as he questions growing US involvement in the Pacific.Thomas Tarurongo WynneWed, 23 Sep