Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: Why are so many Gen Z workers unhappy at work?A new report shows nearly half of Gen Z dread going to work. Pacific Mornings’ host William Terite reflects on burnout, comparison culture and career paths.William TeriteFri, 12 Dec
Language & CultureReclaiming our first blood: Children’s book revives indigenous teachings on periodsMy First Ikura blends mātauranga Māori with practical facts to help families talk openly about first periods and celebrate them as a sacred rite of passage.Khalia StrongTue, 25 Nov
Language & Culture • NiueCelebrating Vagahau Niue: Language Week kicks off in AotearoaFakaalofa lahi atu! Niueans across New Zealand are showcasing the richness of their language and their vibrant culture.Christine RovoiSat, 18 Oct
Arts‘Periodt. You did that’: Teen Siva Afi champion Emillie Pritchard’s cultural journeyFrom lockdown training to world competitions, the 14-year-old Māngere local proves girls can hold their own with fireknives, and then some.Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 29 Sep
EntertainmentRotorua band Kotahi Te Rā wins Smokefree Tangata Beats 2025With only one day’s practice before regionals, the five-member band from Rotorua Boys’ High School has earned $11,000 in prizes and praise.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 17 Sep
Language & CulturePolyfest expands to two venues: A new era for Auckland schools cultural celebrationThe move, prompted by the festival's remarkable growth and the need for more space, will allow for dedicated stages for Māori and diversity performances.Torika TokalauTue, 16 Sep
Education • AsiaFully funded internship awaits Pacific youthThe nine-week programme offers hands-on STEM learning and cultural exchange in Thailand.Joylene Dymond TiumaluTue, 16 Sep
NewsPacific life expectancy drop ‘a wake-up call’, says health expertGovernment data confirms life expectancy for Pacific people in Aotearoa is declining, prompting calls for urgent and equity-focused action.Khalia StrongThu, 07 Aug
Language & Culture • Cook IslandsCelebrating Connection and Culture: 2025 Cook Islands Language Week unites NZ communitiesKia Orana! It's Epetoma o te reo Māori Kūki 'Airani and the theme is 'Ātui'tui'ia au ki te raurau a tōku matakeinanga - Connect me to the offerings of my people'. PMN NewsSun, 03 Aug
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands bylaw empowers chiefs to block child marriageIn Koleasi, a remote village in Central Guadalcanal, traditional leaders now have the legal backing to stop child marriage and escalate cases of abuse. Khalia StrongWed, 23 Jul
