Health'Cheap as chips' but Pacific families face big barriers to treating goutArthritis NZ says crowded GP clinics, transport, work and gaps in care make it hard for Pasifika to manage a condition causing lasting joint and kidney damage.Thomas Tarurongo WynneThu, 08 Oct
ElectionThe only liar there is Nicola Willis': Barbara Edmonds hits back over Labour’s election planPacific experts say the 2026 general election in Aotearoa is about more than party promises as voters weigh the cost of living, health, and housing.Thomas Tarurongo WynneMon, 05 Oct
ElectionMāngere budgeting service warns hidden fees are deepening family debt pressureLara Dolan says whānau are being charged for insurance, warranties and subscriptions they may not need or understand.Thomas Tarurongo WynneFri, 02 Oct
Election‘It’s not our money’: Parties split over what latest economic outlook means for NZ's votersNational says the better fiscal outlook is no reason to increase spending while Labour, the Greens and Opportunity set out how they would respond to cost-of-living pressure.Thomas Tarurongo WynneWed, 30 Sep
Election • Sāmoa • NiueHunkin-Tagaloa wants health shakeup with prevention at the centre The Porirua-based Labour candidate says her 20 years across primary care, community work and the arts have shaped her vision for healthier Pasifika.Thomas Tarurongo WynneTue, 29 Sep
ElectionNZ's Pacific voters put political parties on the spot in Māngere forumHousing, jobs, and the cost of living dominate a South Auckland election gathering as candidates face questions from the community.Thomas Tarurongo WynneFri, 25 Sep
Pacific Region • Cook Islands • Aotearoa New Zealand‘We’re so blessed’: Penrhyn community welcomes NZDF crewsOver 50 personnel from the NZDF is working alongside locals on school, health, water and maritime projects on the remote Cook Islands atoll.Thomas Tarurongo WynneMon, 21 Sep
Community • SāmoaSāmoa Ombudsman raises concerns over local news reporting of siblings’ deathsThe Samoa Observer has removed one child’s name and published a correction after concerns are raised over privacy and unconfirmed details.Renate RiversFri, 18 Sep
