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King’s Birthday 2026: What’s open, who gets honoured and why New Zealand has a day off

Aotearoa will enjoy a long weekend on Monday for King’s Birthday. Here's what the public holiday means for your pay, what's likely to be open and how people earn a place on the King's Honours List.

Christine RovoiSun, 31 May

Politics

Budget pressure felt by Pacific, Māori families as health groups warn of ‘missed opportunity’

Health and community leaders warn the Government is investing too late while communities continue to struggle with housing, healthcare, and food insecurity.

Christine RovoiFri, 29 May

Community •

Aotearoa New Zealand

‘When you are ready’: Safe pathway for survivors of abuse in care to share story

Moeapulu Frances Tagaloa says the focus must be on safety, trust, and culturally appropriate support for those ready to speak.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 29 May

Politics

'Budget for the greedy, not the needy': Pacific leaders clash over who wins in Budget 2026

A heated panel on Pacific Mornings and fresh statements have exposed deep divisions over jobs, hardship, defence spending and the future of Pacific communities in Aotearoa.

Christine RovoiFri, 29 May

Politics

Budget backlash grows over rents, poverty and Pacific family hardship

Advocates warn Budget 2026 will deepen pressure on low-income families, with Pasifika communities expected to feel some of the biggest impacts.

Christine RovoiThu, 28 May

Business

Unions and labour experts hail landmark UN ruling protecting workers’ right to strike

The United Nation’s top court says the right to strike is protected under international labour law, a decision Pacific workers’ groups say could strengthen labour rights across the region.

Christine RovoiThu, 28 May

Pacific Region

Scientists set to return deep sea expedition discoveries to Marshall Islands community

International researchers from National Geographic Pristine Seas are preparing to share findings with the Enewetak community in the Marshall Islands, ahead of their final stop at remote Ujelang Atoll.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 28 May

Politics

The Budget boosts Pacific aid but fails vulnerable families: opposition parties

Labour and the Greens say Budget 2026 offers little relief for struggling households despite increased development and humanitarian funding for the Pacific and Indo-Pacific.

PMN NewsThu, 28 May

Politics

Pacific aid rises as domestic cuts hit Ministry for Pacific Peoples in Budget26

The Government is pumping money: New Zealand is increasing its support for Pacific nations in Budget 2026, while tightening spending at home with cuts to the MPP and a spotlight on public sector savings.

William TeriteThu, 28 May

Law & Order •

Sāmoa

Police probe 'first of its kind' transnational murder case for Sāmoa

Two men investigated over the fatal shooting of a Sydney man in Vietnam with Sāmoa Police calling it the country's first alleged murder-for-hire case.

Renate RiversThu, 28 May

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