Pacific Region • Cook Islands ’Once those people are gone, that knowledge is gone forever’Academic Debi Futter-Puati says a new certificate programme aims to revitalise Cook Islands heritage.Susnation SetaFri, 21 Feb
Law & Order • TongaTongan lawyers sharpen courtroom skills with NZ trainingA visiting team of New Zealand judges and barristers are holding an interactive workshop to strengthen the local legal system.Khalia StrongTue, 18 Feb
HealthMum's medical condition inspires son to pursue health careerTangaroa College student Iosefatu Tapuai is taking part in a Pacific Health cadetship, and says his mother has inspired him to pursue biomedical engineering.Khalia StrongFri, 14 Feb
OpinionWill’s Word: Pacific language programmes betray community needsThe Ministry of Education has halved funding for Pacific Bilingual Language Programmes which William Terite says will have major ramifications for Pacific communities.William TeriteWed, 05 Feb
HealthKelston couple offer workouts to empower and mentor youthFrom the garage to greatness: How a couple's passion project, Fahi On, is helping youth find purpose.Khalia StrongThu, 23 Jan
News‘I’m very honoured’: Māori education and community advocate awarded ONZMDr Te Tuhi Robust has been awarded the Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the 2025 New Year Honours for his decades-long dedication to uplifting Māori communities and advancing education. Sariah MagaoaWed, 01 Jan
SummerDilworth trombonist to start 2025 on a high noteLeBron Ah Young, the first in his family to learn music, is among three students selected for the Auckland Philharmonia’s Summer School.Khalia StrongThu, 26 Dec
NewsPacific population bucks NZ trendsSociologist Paul Spoonley says Pasifika communities are younger and more fertile than the national average.Khalia StrongThu, 19 Dec
EducationTeachers’ union warns NZ must get curriculum shake-up rightDelays in revising the secondary school programme have raised concerns about the ministry’s process amid allegations of secrecy and strategic resets.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 13 Dec
HealthVitamin powder could help children manage emotionsA study looks at the potential benefits of micronutrients for tamariki's mental health, with treatment easier to stomach than traditional medicines.Khalia StrongThu, 12 Dec
