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Aotearoa New Zealand

Building more than muscle: Mateo Vaihu’s mission to get his community moving

The Tongan bodybuilding trailblazer turns his attention from global competition to uplifting his community through fitness, mindset, and cultural pride.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 15 Aug

Business

Empowering Māori and Pacific women through beauty and business

Three leading beauty educators are collaborating in Manukau to provide hands-on training and business know-how to help participants thrive.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 15 Aug

Opinion •

Solomon Islands

Will’s Word: The Pacific Islands Forum feels like the United Nations 2.0

Solomon Islands’ plan to keep global powers out of the forum may give Pacific nations space to talk but could also signal shifting allegiances.

William TeriteFri, 15 Aug

Health •

Sāmoa

Sāmoa dengue fever death toll rises to six ahead of elections

Health authorities warn against unsafe dosages and natural remedies as schools close indefinitely and a nationwide clean-up effort is planned.

Renate RiversThu, 14 Aug

Arts

Council-backed venue brings Pacific-led show to Central Auckland

Auckland Council is supporting the venue for Tafatolu to help make the city art spaces more accessible to diverse communities.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterThu, 14 Aug

Health

South Auckland doctor inspires change through visible excellence and community strength

Dr Timoti Te Moke walks the streets in his scrubs to challenge stereotypes and promote visible success.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterThu, 14 Aug

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Sāmoa •

Aotearoa New Zealand

New Zealand end Sāmoa dream run

The Kiwis defeated the Sāmoans 3-0 in the final of the OFC U16 Women's Championship in Apia.

PMN NewsThu, 14 Aug

Education

Socioeconomic barriers continue to widen the Pacific education gap - Auckland principal

New figures show Pacific learners trailing in NCEA and UE results, prompting calls for targeted investment to address issues of housing, food and digital inequality.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 14 Aug

Sports •

Sāmoa •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Silent heroes of sports: The Pacific physio working to keep athletes on court

Sāmoan veteran physiotherapist Pat Hunt says recognising the difference between pain and discomfort is crucial to avoiding long-term injuries.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 13 Aug

Pacific Region

Church-linked phishing emails in Pacific languages have high success rates

A simulated campaign targeting government workers shows local-language requests for help are the most effective at tricking Pasifika, highlighting gaps in English-only cyber defences.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 13 Aug

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