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Could the rope that pulls us apart also hold us together?

As Israel’s new partnership with the Pacific Islands Forum draws sharply different reactions, what does self-determination mean when Pacific people disagree?

Thomas Tarurongo WynneWed, 28 Oct

Sports

Pacific university lecturer champions Pacific excellence on and off the mat

Balancing award-winning health research with world-class martial arts, Dr Jean M Uasike Allen continues to expand what community representation looks like.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 27 Oct

Education

Online vault aims to return Pacific research to the community

A free digital platform is breaking down barriers, placing studies on healthcare, policy and cultural teaching into the hands of Pacific communities.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 21 Oct

Education •

Solomon Islands

Free education pledge inspires Solomons students in Aotearoa

Minister Stephen Kumi shares Honiara's plans for major school reforms during a look-and-learn tour across Aotearoa.

Lachlan EddieMon, 19 Oct

Language & Culture •

Papua New Guinea

Far from home, PNG families keep their language and culture close in Tok Pisin Wik

For Papua New Guinean community leader Omphalus ‘Ompa’ Harkie Kua, language is more than a way to communicate. It is a connection to home, identity and the people who came before him.

PMN NewsSun, 06 Sep

Politics

Pasifika student questions if lower loan repayments will keep graduates in NZ

Tautalaleleia Sa’u says saving $39 a fortnight may help but bigger financial pressures are facing Pacific students before they even graduate.

Khalia StrongMon, 31 Aug

Health

Sāmoan researcher wants genetic heart care to work for families

Auroiana Etelei says she is on track to becoming NZ’s first Pacific and Sāmoan genetic counsellor but adds she does not want to be the first and only.

Khalia StrongFri, 14 Aug

Education •

Sāmoa

'What's wrong with you?' PM scolds over 4000 students after violent campus brawl

Sāmoa's Prime Minister has delivered a stern warning at the National University after a violent campus brawl led to arrests, calling the behaviour a disgrace at the country’s highest place of learning.

Talaia Mika, RNZ Pacific Fri, 07 Aug

Health

Pacific health leaders say evidence is clear, action is lagging

A growing Pacific population, low workforce representation, and stark child health inequities are fuelling calls for urgent action.

Khalia StrongFri, 26 Jun

Education

‘It’s annoying’: Pacific students face higher debt as fees-free university year ends

There are fears the Government’s move will push more young people into debt and make university harder to reach for families under financial strain.

Khalia StrongTue, 12 May

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