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Fiji

Fiji chiefs push bold constitutional changes, sparking public debate

Calls to restrict the name “Fijian”, scrap secularism, and expand traditional authority have drawn both support and concern.

Christine RovoiFri, 03 Apr

Local Democracy Reporting

Council moves to hand back Rangituhi to iwi in historic land return

More than 100 hectares at Colonial Knob will be explored to restore ancestral land amid pledges to protect public access to the popular reserve.

Torika Tokalau, LDR ReporterTue, 31 Mar

Opinion

The Pacific century needs its own kind of university system

The region is not catching up. In many ways, it is already leading, writes Professor Jemaima Tiatia-Siau.

Jemaima Tiatia-Siau, University of AucklandMon, 23 Mar

Local Democracy Reporting

Who should pay for Polyfest? Growth puts pressure on funding

As Auckland’s biggest Māori and Pacific youth festival grows, councillors warn more support could mean less for other community events.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 20 Mar

Local Democracy Reporting

Food, music, culture return as Pasifika Festival takes over Western Springs

Organisers expect around 30,000 people over two days as communities from across the Pacific gather for performances, food and cultural celebration.

Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 13 Mar

Language & Culture

Christchurch Polyfest celebrates 25 years of Pacific culture in NZ

South Island students take the stage this weekend for dance, song, and heritage at Hagley Park.

Khalia StrongThu, 12 Mar

Arts

From Ngāti Porou to Salelologa, Sāmoa: Pacific pride echoes at Royal Military Tattoo

When British bagpipes played Pōkarekare Ana and Tongan soldiers performed Tū Tira Mai, it wasn’t just a spectacle, it was a powerful moment of cultural recognition for Staff Sergeant David Fiu.

Khalia StrongMon, 23 Feb

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

Tonga

Tangata Whenua, Tagata Moana: The Sovereignty of Service

On Waitangi Day, PMN Chief Executive Don Mann reflects on what it means to stand as both tangata whenua and tagata moana.

Don MannFri, 06 Feb

Entertainment

Four strings, one ocean: Pacific islands roots take centre stage on World Ukelele Day

From Hawaiʻi to Aotearoa and across the region, music lovers are celebrating an instrument that carries deep cultural connections, shared history, and a sound recognised around the globe.

PMN NewsTue, 03 Feb

Business •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

Tonga

Auckland bakery stops selling popular Tongan horse-meat pie over food safety concerns

Council inspectors have pulled it off the shelves after finding the horse meat was not cleared for human consumption, raising questions about cultural food practices and food safety in Aotearoa.

Christine RovoiTue, 27 Jan

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