Tonga Election 2025 • TongaShould 18-year-olds vote? Tonga’s youth push for change amid low voter engagementExperts suggest that facilitating earlier access to the electoral process could improve political interest among the kingdom's younger population.'Alakihihifo Vailala in Nuku'alofaThu, 20 Nov
Law & OrderPacific communities look to Auckland police campus to deliver real change in recruitmentThe first Tāmaki-Makaurau-trained police wing has graduated, but Pacific communities believe the real test is whether the new campus will finally boost Pasifika recruitment.Khalia StrongMon, 17 Nov
Local Democracy ReportingŌtara youth lead digital solutions to school uniforms and itemsLocal rangatahi have launched a community-driven website making second-hand school uniforms and supplies easier and more affordable for families.Mary AfemataThu, 13 Nov
EnvironmentMāori and Pacific voices lead indigenous push for climate action at COP30 in BrazilStanding on the frontlines of the climate crisis, advocates are bringing their ancestral wisdom to the global summit in Belém.Khalia StrongTue, 11 Nov
Health • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific and Māori youth bearing the cost of NZ’s ongoing vaping crisisHealth experts say the rise of vaping has slowed the nation’s progress towards a smoke-free generation, calling for stronger protections for young people.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 06 Nov
Health'Our kids are getting sick too soon': Experts warn of diabetes crisis crossing generationsA growing number of Māori and Pasifika children in Aotearoa are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, a disease once seen only in adults.Christine RovoiFri, 31 Oct
HealthPacific suicide rate falls slightly, but experts warn work remainsPacific analysts urge continued investment in culturally appropriate prevention programmes and community support.Khalia StrongFri, 31 Oct
Sports • TongaTonga teen cyclist debuts at Pacific CupA new Tongan cycling federation has sent its first riders to the regional tournament.Khalia StrongFri, 17 Oct
Language & CulturePacific makes powerful impact at World ExpoUnited and proud, Pasifika offer the world a rare glimpse into their cultures and vision.Christine Rovoi in OsakaFri, 03 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
