Opinion • SāmoaTe Wiki o te Reo Māori: How Māoridom healed my Sāmoan identityPMN journalist Aui’a Vaimaila Leatinu’u details how his te reo Māori journey helped him embrace, explore, and honour his Sāmoan roots.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 18 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingLocal govt elections: Marie Laufiso calls for funding changesDunedin’s first Pasifika councillor says the rates system is inadequate and wants a reassessment of the nation’s local government funding model. Mary AfemataWed, 17 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingHutt local elections highlight Pacific gapPasifika are over 12 per cent of Lower Hutt’s population but only two candidates are standing.Mary AfemataWed, 17 Sep
News • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific families among Tokoroa community hit hard by mill closureSouth Waikato Mayor Gary Petley says the shutdown of a local plywood plant is a major blow to Pasifika whānau long-tied to the town’s timber industry.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 17 Sep
EnvironmentChina unveils maritime training programme for Pacific island nationsThe initiative aims to address challenges while promoting shared cultural heritage through hands-on experiences and academic insights.Christine RovoiTue, 16 Sep
Language & CulturePolyfest expands to two venues: A new era for Auckland schools cultural celebrationThe move, prompted by the festival's remarkable growth and the need for more space, will allow for dedicated stages for Māori and diversity performances.Torika Tokalau, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 16 Sep
Sports • Aotearoa New Zealand • Sāmoa‘We can do heaps’: Tanner Vili encourages Pacific youth to explore new opportunitiesThe Sāmoan rugby great is pushing for more Pasifika to step outside the norm and to back themselves as future leaders, not just players.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 16 Sep
Education • AsiaFully funded internship awaits Pacific youthThe nine-week programme offers hands-on STEM learning and cultural exchange in Thailand.Joylene Dymond TiumaluTue, 16 Sep
Law & Order • SāmoaFigiel’s trial ends amid testimonies of mental health struggles and alleged confessionAfter testimony from doctors, relatives, and experts, the murder trial has closed its evidence stage, with final submissions due later this month.Renate RiversMon, 15 Sep
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: Reflections on the March for Palestine on SaturdayThousands marched for Palestine in Auckland and among them were Pasifika flags flying high. It was a powerful reminder that solidarity has no borders.William TeriteMon, 15 Sep
