PMN Niue

Pacific Region •

Niue

$3.80 a litre: Fuel crisis looms large as Niue’s ‘kingmaker’ village heads to the polls

With petrol prices hitting record highs, the village of Alofi South is set to decide who leads Niue through its most difficult economic wave in years.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 30 Apr

Arts

Digital reefs and AR fashion: Niuean artist creates 'living archive’ in South Auckland

Katrina Iosia Sipeli is using 3D scanning and augmented reality to preserve Niuean heritage for a new generation.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 30 Apr

Pacific Region •

Niue

The cost of living crisis shapes Niue election as voters seek economic relief at the polls

Rising food prices, fuel costs, and power cuts are driving voter concerns in Niue ahead of the 2 May election with economic pressure putting leadership and political stability under the spotlight.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 24 Apr

Arts •

Niue

Niue extends artist residency to 2028, boosting opportunities for Pasifika creatives

A new deal between the Niue government and Creative NZ aims to grow local talent and connect Pacific artists across the world.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 24 Mar

Politics •

Niue

Niue PM calls for Realm leaders to discuss constitutional ties

Dalton Tagelagi says a formal meeting is ‘overdue’ and calls for Niue, New Zealand, the Cook Islands, and Tokelau for a frank, leader-level conversation.

'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 04 Feb

Language & Culture •

Niue •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Hologa Niue 2026: Auckland gears up for vibrant celebration of Niuean culture and food

All 13 village groups are returning for the second Hologa festival, featuring longer performances, a new choir, colourful parade and bustling market showcasing Niuean food, arts, and crafts.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 29 Jan

Arts •

Niue •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Musicians warn AI could strip the soul from island sounds

Pacific artists like Niuean producer Glen Jackson are calling for care, warn language, culture, and identity are at risk if creators rush the technology.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 09 Jan