Youth

Language & Culture

Preserving Tonga’s rare and traditional songs

Te Puna Creative Hub in West Auckland has teamed up with Crescendo to make traditional songs accessible for Ocean Star Fetu'u Moana Academy.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterFri, 21 Mar

Formerly The O'Neill Twins, Brooke, right, x Starce are independent RnB-Pop artists teaching te reo Māori hip hop classes.

Arts

BrookexStarce: Empowering Auckland’s youth through dance

The rising R&B-pop duo is revitalising hip-hop dance among rangatahi through their programme, Express Yourself.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 18 Mar

Opinion

Will’s Word: How long should the Govt step in on free lunches?

As Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's Marmite comments sparks debate, should we focus on the Government feeding kids, or giving families the ability to afford it themselves?

Wed, 05 Mar

Education

NCEA reforms under fire: Principals warn of Māori-Pacific student disadvantage

Most students from disadvantaged schools are failing the new NCEA literacy and numeracy tests, as educators blame the format, not student ability, calling for urgent change.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 04 Mar

News •

Tuvalu

Welding success: Pacific tradesperson contributes to change in NZ steel industry

Graduate fabricator Vaitai “Tai” Sakaio completes his steel fabrication training through personal struggle, contributing to the increasing visibility of Pasifika in the sector.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 25 Feb

Politics

Soaring housing costs keep families in poverty, NGO warns

Jacqui Southey, of Save The Children NZ, says unaffordable housing has worsened over the past six years, and she is calling for urgent policy changes to make homes affordable for struggling families.

'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 21 Feb

News

Community leaders call for libraries to remain safe and inclusive amid Pride security concerns

In the wake of a protest at Te Atatū Library, leaders call for stronger security at Pride events, reinforcing libraries as safe, inclusive spaces for everyone.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterThu, 20 Feb