Politics‘We love to see more Pacific candidates’: ACT leader advocates for local govt changeDavid Seymour expresses frustration with council inefficiencies and a lack of political choices and vows to offer voters an alternative.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 20 Mar
PoliticsChris Hipkins backs Pacific candidates in local elections The Labour leader reaffirms his party’s support for Pacific candidates in local government, saying councils should reflect their communities. 'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 19 Mar
Politics • United StatesPeters reaffirms Pacific's central role in New Zealand foreign policy after US talksDiscussions focussed on trade, security, and regional stability, with an emphasis on strengthening American engagement in the region.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 19 Mar
Politics • United StatesNew Zealand navigates diplomatic challenges as Trump transforms US foreign policyRobert Patman, international relations expert, warns that Donald Trump's approach to global affairs presents challenges for Aotearoa New Zealand.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 18 Mar
Politics • United StatesPacific nations face aid uncertainty as US evaluates foreign funding priorities But Matt Terrill, former chief of staff to US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, insists the Pacific remains a priority.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 18 Mar
PoliticsWayne Brown agrees to help local boardsAuckland’s local boards have won short-term relief from a $17.6 million shortfall, but next year’s budget remains uncertain.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 18 Mar
PoliticsAuckland’s struggling local boards unite in letter to Wayne BrownTāmaki Makaurau’s local board chairs unanimously seek the mayor’s support amid a $17.6 million deficit.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterMon, 17 Mar
PoliticsNZ's bid to axe living wage sparks outcryCritics warn that the proposal threatens Pacific workers and will impact their livelihoods and economic stability.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 14 Mar
PoliticsNew Zealand welcomes global investment at infrastructure summitNew Zealand hosts landmark infrastructure investment summit to attract $6 trillion in global capital and drive economic growth.Sariah MagaoaThu, 13 Mar
PoliticsCouncillor opens up about cyberstalking experience, calls for stronger lawsAngela Dalton talks about the impact of cyberstalking on her well-being, urging lawmakers to prioritise legislation to tackle digital harassment and stalking.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterWed, 12 Mar
