Pacific Region • FijiTragic surge in domestic violence: Three lives lost in Fiji amid call to actionFiji is grappling with an increase in domestic violence as human rights advocates criticise the lack of adequate responses.Christine RovoiWed, 30 Apr
Sports • VanuatuNZ youth programme fosters women in sport leadership and Pacific community connectionThe three-week initiative focuses on mentorship and cultural exchange, empowering participants to champion gender equity in sports.Christine RovoiTue, 29 Apr
News • FijiMeet New Zealand’s first female high voltage live line instructorLaisa Pickering from Fiji is paving the way for women in construction, infrastructure, and line mechanics.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 29 Apr
Pacific Region • TongaTongan youth leading the charge for political changeTake The Lead is empowering the next generation of Tongan women leaders by providing civic education, creating talanoa spaces, and organising mock parliament sessions conducted in the native language.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 24 Apr
OpinionWill’s Word: Another day, another culture war billWinston Peters says their new definition of a woman bill is about “facts and biology”, but when you’ve just shelved a bathroom bill, this move feels more strategic than sincere.William TeriteWed, 23 Apr
Pacific Region • TongaTonga appoints first woman and youngest Chief Magistrate With a blend of legal expertise and personal conviction, Loupua Pahulu-Kuli aims to uphold justice while inspiring future generations.Khalia StrongFri, 11 Apr
Language & Culture • SāmoaA reunion celebrating sisterhood: AGGS alumni make a comeback to PolyfestOlivia Taouma says this year’s theme of ‘Legacy’ allows Auckland Girls’ Grammar School to honour multiple generations of Sāmoan performers.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 04 Apr
Business • Sāmoa'There are endless possibilities to your potential’NiuFM’s Woman of The Hour segment begins with award-winning tech innovator, social justice advocate, and digital equity champion Julia Arnott-Neenee.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 28 Mar
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsNGOs combat child exploitation, empower young women through education, supportHOPE Trust and Ola Fou in the Solomon Islands tackle human trafficking, empowering vulnerable women and girls at risk of commercial sexual exploitation.Khalia StrongFri, 21 Mar
PoliticsCouncillor opens up about cyberstalking experience, calls for stronger lawsAngela Dalton talks about the impact of cyberstalking on her well-being, urging lawmakers to prioritise legislation to tackle digital harassment and stalking.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterWed, 12 Mar
