Health • United States • FijiFiji scholar bridges indigenous wisdom and modern healthcare for Pacific wellnessResearcher Sainimere Boladuadua collaborates with Native American tribes, advocating for holistic approaches that prioritise cultural values and community involvement.Khalia StrongWed, 23 Apr
EducationDebate ignites over proposed law to ban race-based uni fundingSupporters argue for a focus on individual needs, while critics warn of potential setbacks for Māori and Pacific students facing systemic discrimination.Khalia StrongFri, 11 Apr
Education‘Clearly anti-Māori’: Local board leaders slam member's bill on race-based servicesSupport from targeted university services has helped Māori and Pasifika students succeed, say local politicians, and removing them will only entrench disadvantage.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterMon, 07 Apr
Language & Culture‘For the kids’: Prime Minister hears Polyfest funding appeal - What happens next?Christopher Luxon was at the Manukau Sports Bowl on Saturday as festival leaders unveiled a vision for the event’s future. Will the Government heed this powerful plea? Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterSun, 06 Apr
BusinessPacific publisher achieves global recognitionMila’s Books has been honoured as the Oceania Children’s Book Publisher of the Year, marking a major milestone for Pasifika storytelling.Khalia StrongFri, 04 Apr
Language & CultureOtago's Cook Islands community creates ‘home away from home’ for overseas studentsWith a focus on family, faith, and tradition, Sunday’s gathering in Dunedin fosters a sense of belonging and reassurance for Pacific students.Susnation SetaMon, 31 Mar
Education • AustraliaRepresentation gap hurts Sāmoan students in Australia - studyA Sāmoan PhD researcher’s thesis reveals how cultural representation can empower Pasifika in Australian classrooms.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 28 Mar
EducationPacific academic slams sex-ed rollback for ignoring cultural needsDr Analosa Veukiso-Ulugia says the recent changes to sex education are driven by fear rather than education and fail to consider Pacific cultural values.Khalia StrongTue, 18 Mar
EducationCharter schools on the rise amid debateJane Lee, chief executive Charter Schools Agency, addresses gaps in the mainstream education system, particularly for Māori and Pasifika students.Sariah MagaoaWed, 05 Mar
Language & Culture • 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
