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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

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

Peters says Budget ‘as good as it gets’ after National and ACT misread economy

Winston Peters also takes aim at his Coalition Government partners for dismissing New Zealand First’s warnings over tax cuts and spending promises.

PMN NewsFri, 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

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

Politics

Pacific leaders warn the Government's 'cold Budget' risks putting numbers before people

Two former MPs say Pasifika communities should not have “high hopes” for a Budget focused on getting the books back in order and warn working-class families could be left behind.

PMN NewsThu, 28 May

Politics

Pacific services face Budget uncertainty as MPs warn of deeper cuts and mergers

Opposition MPs say Pacific-focused services could be at risk, as a union survey warns public agencies are already understaffed and struggling to deliver.

PMN NewsWed, 27 May

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Aotearoa New Zealand

Rising energy costs and Budget cuts set to squeeze Pacific families as pressure builds

A Pacific economist warns New Zealand is heading into a short-term economic downturn driven by global energy shocks as community leaders say families are already struggling with the cost-of-living.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 26 May

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New Caledonia

France expands New Caledonia voter rolls ahead of June elections

The delayed move by the National Assembly in Paris has been welcomed by some but criticised by others who warn it risks deepening political tensions.

PMN NewsMon, 25 May

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