PoliticsBreaking Barriers: Youth MP wants amplified Pasifika voices in politicsFresh from Parliament, Marques Tominiko says Pacific youth remain invisible and wants more scholarships, role models, and civics education to address this issue.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterSat, 05 Jul
Sports • Papua New Guinea • Sāmoa • FijiMarie Kaipu shines as PNG defeat Sāmoa in OFC Women's Nations Cup opener in FijiThe defending champions showed their dominance with a 2-1 victory despite a late fightback from the Sāmoans.PMN NewsFri, 04 Jul
Pacific RegionFrom tuna to treaty: Pacific powers push ocean agendaPacific leaders urge stronger frameworks for 2028 UN Ocean Conference after calls for global recognition of marine efforts.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 04 Jul
Arts • DocumentariesDocumentary highlights struggle for Rainbow Pacific identityAlofa follows former pastor Andre Afamasaga on his journey from conversion therapy to self-acceptance, and is screening now at the Doc Edge Festival.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 04 Jul
Entertainment • Aotearoa New Zealand • Sāmoa • Tonga‘Magic’ Mark Tui aims to impress ahead of 'Cold War' debutThe Sāmoan seeks to lead with heart and heritage as Pasifika pride enters a new era of pro-wrestling. Latonya Lole, Sports ReporterThu, 03 Jul
Pacific Mini Games 2025 • Tokelau2025 Pacific Mini Games: Tokelau’s lone athlete revives indigenous wrestlingJudoka Ilai Elekana Manu is on a mission to restore Tokelau’s lost grappling tradition and inspire the next generation.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 03 Jul
News • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific-Māori marriages lead new identity waveThe Ministry for Pacific Peoples says Pasifika who marry outside their culture often choose Māori.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 02 Jul
Sports • Aotearoa New ZealandNorthern Mystics reclaim top spot as finals race heats upThe defending champions surged back to the top of the table with a commanding 20-point win over the Stars in Round Eight of the ANZ Premiership.Latonya Lole, Sports ReporterTue, 01 Jul
Environment • TuvaluFrom reef ruins to science inspiration: Marine mission in Tuvalu concludesAs coral health declines across Tuvalu, researchers say education and conservation offer hope, after a national survey and youth science day reach new depths.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 01 Jul
PoliticsFauono Ken Laban: First Pacific candidate for Lower Hutt city raceThe Sāmoan community leader, running for mayor, vows to bring people together and focus on key issues.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 01 Jul