EducationCultural Home: Otago psychology lab gives Pacific students a new sense of belongingAt Otago University, the Galuola NIU-Psychology unit transforms the academic landscape by combining indigenous knowledge with psychological science.Khalia StrongFri, 28 Nov
Pacific Region • Hawai'i • Aotearoa New ZealandAnchored in history: Hōkūleʻa returns to Auckland after 40yrsHōkūleʻa and her sister canoe are welcomed to Auckland by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, celebrating decades of Polynesian voyaging and cultural revival.Khalia StrongTue, 18 Nov
Health • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific and Māori youth bearing the cost of NZ’s ongoing vaping crisisHealth experts say the rise of vaping has slowed the nation’s progress towards a smoke-free generation, calling for stronger protections for young people.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 06 Nov
Education • NiueAuckland fono weaves knowledge for future Niue generationsThe Niue Knowledge Fono will open on Friday in Auckland, uniting community leaders, researchers, and policymakers to strengthen Vagahau Niue. Khalia StrongThu, 06 Nov
HealthPacific health leaders criticise rollback of bowel screening ageHealth experts say inequities will persist, despite the Government’s decision to lower the national screening age.Khalia StrongWed, 08 Oct
HealthStudy to focus on health risks faced by Pacific meatworkersWhile the industry is crucial to New Zealand’s economy, researchers claim Pacific and Māori workers are physically paying the price.Khalia StrongFri, 22 Aug
HealthPacific and Māori athletes sought for concussion researchAUT researchers are investigating how brain injuries affect underrepresented groups and are seeking volunteers to help improve diagnosis and care.Khalia StrongFri, 01 Aug
EducationFrom lecture halls to leadership: Study finds that PhDs boost future of Māori and PasifikaWith higher incomes, better housing, and stronger volunteer networks, Māori and Pacific PhD graduates prove the power of education helps drive equity and community change.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 30 Jul
PoliticsCalls for culturally grounded housing solutions amid homelessness crisisDr Karamia Müller warns that Government statistics under-represent the scale of homelessness affecting Māori and Pacific communities.Khalia StrongThu, 24 Jul
Language & Culture • KiribatiAcademic challenges colonial legacy with new Banaban danceProfessor Katerina Teaiwa honours her people’s history using movement and memory to inspire a new generation of Pacific storytellers.Khalia StrongTue, 15 Jul
