Nz Pacific
Pasifika Medical Association rejects claims public funds used inappropriately
Te Puni Kōkiri is launching an independent review into allegations that money was used inappropriately for Whānau Ora commissioning services.
Allegations taxpayer money used to fund Moana Pasifika under review
The use of public money by Whānau Ora commissioning services and whether contractual obligations were met are to be investigated.
New Zealand to help strengthen Pacific climate response
A new funding arrangement to strengthen climate change resilience in the Pacific has been announced in Samoa.
'Like out of a movie' says Ivy League-bound student
New Zealand-born Samoan Charm Tuala says it still feels surreal that he's on his way to the prestigious Ivy League school, Brown University in the USA. Audio
UC had forgotten its prominent Pacific alumni,says co-author of Pacific chapter of book
A co-author of the Pacific chapter for the University of Canterbury's 150th anniversary book says Pacific stories have been missing in how the university is remembered.
Pacific MPs in short supply for this government
Political representation from the Pasifika community has been lost in an ocean of white faces and blue suits. Does it matter?
Auckland arts centre provides 'home away from home' for Pacific communities
West Auckland Arts Centre provides 'home away from home' for Pacific Islanders. Audio
Polyfest back after four years of cancellations and disruptions
Polyfest's theme this year is mana motuhake - creating one's own destiny.
'We felt for her': Ardern's dad relieved she's stepping aside
The former administrator of Tokelau, Ross Ardern, is pleased his daughter also has 'former' in front of her title.
National Geographic photography and storytelling camp inspires Pasifika youth
Twenty Pasifika youth in Aotearoa have received first-class training in photography and storytelling from the National Geographic Society.
Melanesian advocate criticises Pacific language strategy
A ni-Vanuatu and Melanesian advocate in New Zealand says the country's Pacific ministry has overlooked Melanesian communities in its language strategy. Audio
Sixteen Pasifika recognised in Queen's Birthday Honours List
Dr Colin Tukuitonga heads the list of Pacific recipients in the Queen's Birthday Honours List for 2022.
RSE scheme exploitation: 'There's a real fear for the boys'
Pacific Island RSE workers are being neglected, mistreated and exploited in New Zealand, according to a submission reviewed by a Parliament select committee.
Aid groups want vaccine equity in the Pacific
The New Zealand government is urged to send more vaccines to Pacific Nations to combat Omicron. Audio
New NZ fund to help Pacific recover from Covid-19
The New Zealand government is setting up a new investment fund to help Pacific nations recover from Covid-19.
NZ urged to make a stand against deep sea mining
The Deep Sea Conservation Coalition is urging the New Zealand government to make a stand against seabed mining while the International Seabed Authority meets in Jamaica.
New book explores the legal systems of 16 Pacific nations and territories
A book providing an overview of the legal systems of a selection of Pacific nations and territories has been published. Audio
RNZAF find missing Kiribati sailors
An aircrew on a Royal New Zealand Air Force Orion have located two people who were reported overdue from a trip to Maiana Island in Kiribati.
NZ govt urged to ban seabed mining for Pacific's sake
A New Zealand Supreme Court ruling against seabed mining has been described as important for the Pacific region. Audio
Using the right language for Covid communication
"It all starts with the way you say 'talofa'."
