Summer • Rotuma • FijiKesmas Lelei: Rotumans spreading the festive cheerAs part of our Summer Series, we bring you Christmas celebrations underway on a remote Pacific island.Christine RovoiSun, 22 Dec
HealthGovt ends pilot programme for Māori and Pacific, sparking outrageThe coalition’s decision to terminate bowel cancer screening has drawn sharp criticism from health advocates and survivors.Mary AfemataFri, 20 Dec
Summer • SāmoaBreaking the cycle of silence: Redefining Pacific masculinityPMN News journalist Vaimaila Leatinu'u details his journey from a hardened upbringing to embracing vulnerability, inspired by a legacy of love and hope for the next generation.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 20 Dec
Environment • Fiji • TuvaluNavigating paradise: Intersection of climate duty and economic growth in tourismA study has found that tourism makes up nine per cent of global emissions, and an industry leader says the Pacific can have its cake and eat it too through ‘responsible tourism’.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 20 Dec
Pacific Region • Vanuatu • FijiVanuatu in crisis: Health concerns arise as NZ joins search for earthquake survivorsSeasonal workers heading home for the holidays are stuck in Fiji as an appeal for assistance is launched.Christine RovoiFri, 20 Dec
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
HealthYoung people urged to vaccinate against meningococcalNew Zealand's Meningitis Foundation warns the potentially deadly illness is common among Pacific and Māori communities.Christine RovoiThu, 19 Dec
HealthStudy shows higher rates of psychological distress among Pacific adultsResearcher Joanna Ataera-Minster identifies barriers to accessing mental healthcare, cultural disconnection, and sociocultural factors.Sariah MagaoaThu, 19 Dec
Summer • NiueWhat a Niue Christmas in Aotearoa looks like to me As part of our Summer Series, Matt Manukuo shares how Xmas Day appears to him and his family. Matt ManukuoThu, 19 Dec
PoliticsAuckland councillors condemn removal of well-being factors in local decisionsAlf Filipaina says ‘this Government doesn’t care about social issues’ and warns the reforms could harm Māori, Pasifika, and vulnerable communities. Mary AfemataThu, 19 Dec
