Politics • SāmoaACT’s Sāmoa candidate eyes common-sense policies in local electionHenrietta Devoe, a dedicated mother and community advocate wants to address urgent issues like infrastructure, crime, and housing. Khalia StrongThu, 11 Sep
News • Aotearoa New ZealandPokies, stigma and silence: Gambling campaign calls families to Lead with LoveTuala Pesio Ah-Honi of Mapu Maia says shame and judgement often push loved ones into isolation, as the new Lead With Love campaign launches.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 10 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingSchool students demand answers at Māngere 'meet the candidates’ forumHousing, youth spaces, accountability and Māori representation were front and centre as young people questioned candidates in Māngere.Mary AfemataMon, 08 Sep
NewsCultural traditions leave families vulnerable after the loss of a loved oneAdvocates say raising the threshold will ease pressure on Pacific and Māori families, who often face difficulties when cultural inheritance practices clash with New Zealand law.Khalia StrongThu, 04 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingAuckland Council: Dog attacks on children happening almost dailyHundreds of children were attacked by dogs last year, alongside 17,000 roaming complaints.Mary AfemataWed, 03 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingLarger nitrous oxide canisters spark fears from local leadersNine discarded nitrous oxide canisters, some as big as a soccer ball, have prompted calls in Manurewa for urgent regulation.Mary AfemataTue, 02 Sep
HealthHospice staff bring cultural care and dignity to familiesFrom bedside care to community visits, workers aim to extend their support beyond the nursing homes for Pacific whānau.Khalia StrongTue, 02 Sep
Local Democracy ReportingCar audio crews fight back against govt's boy-racer crackdownEnthusiasts say the Government’s Anti-Social Road Use Bill is unfair and targets families and cultural gatherings.Mary AfemataSat, 30 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingSouth Auckland leaders decry ‘crumbs’ from Mayor's Fix It FundDespite calls for a $25 million increase to fully fund all proposed projects, councillors vote against it.Mary AfemataSat, 30 Aug
Local Democracy ReportingŌtara-Papatoetoe local board chair speaks out on safety threatsSecurity risks are a growing concern for elected officials in Aotearoa, who warns they could discourage Pacific and South Auckland voices from politics.Mary AfemataThu, 28 Aug
