SocietyMāngere Town Centre security partnership a step in the right directionStopping brazen ram raids and robberies is an ongoing challenge for businesses in Māngere, but a local security firm has stepped up to safeguard the community.Mary AfemataFri, 11 Oct
Society • Cook Islands • Tonga • Tokelau • SāmoaWhere are our Pacific populations in NZ? The 2023 Census shows the regional hotspots where some Pacific communities are choosing to congregate.Khalia StrongThu, 10 Oct
SocietyIllegal dumpers targeting South Auckland’s empty building sitesThe illegal dumping has reached crisis point in parts of South Auckland, with one local saying council is making reporting the issue too difficult.Mary AfemataThu, 10 Oct
Society • Niue‘Go make babies’: Niue PM’s solution to depopulationNiue ministers’ startling and logical responses to why many are flying out on a one-way ticket. Khalia StrongSat, 05 Oct
Society • NiueCentenarian celebrated by one and allHarry Jackson’s 100th birthday has brought together the Niuean community to honour one of the island nation’s beloved leaders.Sariah MagaoaThu, 03 Oct
Society • Tonga‘Guided by ancestors’: Tongan pride, Pacific unity take centre stage as Ministers meetPetty Officer Maria Pahulu honours her Tongan heritage, calling for Pacific unity as New Zealand hosts defence and security officials in Auckland.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 02 Oct
SocietyChild protection expert warns system is so stretchedOne in two children are victims of violence and the power to end it is in our hands, Save The Children's Anna Lazar says.Christine RovoiTue, 01 Oct
SocietyHow Auckland Museum plans to get more Pacific visitorsThe Auckland Museum’s new Pacific engagement strategy hopes to ensure cultural treasures are preserved and better understood by future generations. Mary AfemataFri, 27 Sep
SocietyPacific workers urged to apply ‘cultural capital’ to leadership rolesA report shows a lack of diversity in leadership roles, but independent board director Caren Rangi says Pacific people have many tools to excel in management positions.Khalia StrongFri, 27 Sep
SocietyFrom South Auckland to Brisbane: Young rugby talent on showThe Papatoetoe Rugby Football Club departs for its seven-day tour, hoping the experience will create exposure and opportunities for its youth.Mary AfemataThu, 26 Sep