SummerPacific Bites: South Auckland weighs in on the top dishes of 2025PMN is showcasing more Pacific classics, served up by the people of Manukau who shared number-one dishes for the summer season.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 31 Dec
Local Democracy ReportingMore hornets expected this summer as public urged to stay alertBiosecurity officials warn more yellow-legged hornets are likely to be found over the coming months.Torika TokalauTue, 23 Dec
CommunityŌtara lights up for Christmas, led by community spiritRunning until Christmas Day, neighbourhood streets turn into a festive maze of food, family, and pride, powered by the people who call it home.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 19 Dec
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: When democracy breaks, we have to pay attentionA local election in Papatoetoe has been declared void after a judge ruled voting irregularities materially affected the result.William TeriteWed, 17 Dec
PoliticsPapatoetoe election to be re-run after court finds vote irregularitiesA judge has ordered a fresh poll after ruling that irregularities materially affected the result.PMN NewsTue, 16 Dec
Community • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific families to gather and shape national disability strategy in HamlitonThe CCS Disability Action’s consultation series continues this month, with Pasifika whānau and disabled people sharing experiences and defining the values that will guide future support.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 18 Nov
Local Democracy ReportingPetition calls for inquiry into Papatoetoe poll as voters claim ballots cast without consentA former local board member has lodged a court petition seeking an inquiry into the Papatoetoe election after residents reported being marked as having voted despite never receiving their papers.Mary AfemataFri, 14 Nov
Local Democracy Reporting'Giant of the disability world': Pacific leader remembered for inspiring changeTunumafono Fa’amoetauloa Avaula Colenso Fa’amoe MNZM, a champion for the disability community and lifejacket safety rules, died last week.Mary AfemataThu, 13 Nov
Local Democracy ReportingPapatoetoe playground gets major faceliftThe new public spaces mark a significant milestone in a multi-year regeneration by Auckland Council.Mary AfemataThu, 13 Nov
Local Democracy Reporting • KiribatiForged by hardship: Tāmaki Makaurau's new councillors bring their lived experienceFive new councillors pledged inclusion, trust and community-focused leadership in their maiden speeches.Mary AfemataTue, 11 Nov
