Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandMy Perspective: Raising children in New Zealand shouldn’t be this hardWith rising costs, delayed care, and societal judgement, it’s time to support families before birth, not after a crisis.Khalia StrongWed, 23 Jul
Politics • Niue • Aotearoa New ZealandFrom head girl to House debates: Niue Youth MP champions peers in leadershipKena Hekau says creating space for Pasifika voices is key to a more inclusive future.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 18 Jul
SportsTe’o takes off: Ōtara teen paddler set to represent NZ in BrazilLochlan Sa’olotoga Te’o will paddle 24 kilometres in Rio de Janeiro, becoming one of the youngest competitors on the world waka ama stage.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterFri, 18 Jul
EducationUnitec-MIT merger promises gains for Pacific students amid fees, course concernsThe new Auckland-based vocational provider aims to better serve Pacific learners and local industries, but questions remain about the axing of Te Pūkenga.Khalia StrongThu, 17 Jul
Education • TongaTonga youth champion face-to-face Scrabble amid the digital ageBenjamin Tu’itahi is breaking stereotypes and encouraging youth to take their hobbies seriously, from board games to beyond.Joylene Dymond TiumaluTue, 15 Jul
PoliticsBreaking Barriers: Youth MP wants amplified Pasifika voices in politicsFresh from Parliament, Marques Tominiko says Pacific youth remain invisible and wants more scholarships, role models, and civics education to address this issue.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterSat, 05 Jul
EducationMāngere youth turn derelict houses into jobs and upskilling A South Auckland training programme is turning construction waste into refurbished homes and giving local rangatahi a sense of purpose.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 01 Jul
EducationJames Cook High School renamed as Te Haikura Ā KiwaA new era dawns for the South Auckland kura as they adopt a name honouring ancestry, navigation, and unity, with a full roll-out planned for 2027.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 27 Jun
Health • Aotearoa New ZealandChildren Commissioner wants Māori and Pacific youth in NZ suicide prevention efforts Dr Claire Achmad criticises the Government’s action plan, saying it excludes vital insights from youth in tackling the crisis amid rising suicide rates.Andre Fa'aosoTue, 24 Jun
Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific Youth MP champions climate action, social equityJessica Tupai, winner of the 2024 National Race Unity Speech Awards, aims to highlight the voices of Pasifika communities in Parliament.Andre Fa'aosoTue, 24 Jun
