ArtsLegendary Pacific writers to unpack the 'deep responsibility' and 'opportunity' non-fiction posesWhile Pacific creative literature and poetry captures much attention, the Auckland Writers' Festival will showcase a panel of esteemed authors on the importance of non-fiction.Kim MeredithWed, 15 May
Language & Culture • RotumaRotuma kicks off New Zealand language seriesThe first of 11 Pacific Language Weeks is underway with the celebration of the Rotuman culture from 12-18 May. Christine RovoiMon, 13 May
PoliticsMinistry for Pacific Peoples staff cuts finalised - 57 roles axedMinistry for Pacific People's restructuring reduces job losses from 63 to 57, affecting 33 per cent of roles, addressing staff feedback.Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 10 May
SocietyNew Pacific qualification launches to counter family violence A qualification teaching Pacific cultural competency in a bid to counter domestic violence has gained historic NZQA accreditation.Khalia StrongFri, 10 May
Pacific RegionReport finds youth employment and gender gaps in Pacific remains high The International Labour Organization's latest report has found persisting gender gaps, youth unemployment rates continues to be a concerning issue in the Pacific. Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 03 May
Society • Cook Islands'We had forgotten': Former MP urges for more involvement in honouring Pacific soldiers on ANZAC DayNZ-born Cook Islander and former National MP Alfred Ngaro spoke on the significant Pacific contributions to WWI and WWII.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 24 Apr
NewsPasifika to be recognised at prestigious media awardsFrom the PMN Cook Islands language show to PMN Tonga and Tagata Pasifika co-host John Pulu, PMN News lays out who's up for what at the upcoming media awards.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 23 Apr
Pacific Region‘Improved prospects’: ADB projects economic growth for the PacificThe Asian Development Bank says while the construction and tourism sectors continue to drive growth in many Pacific economies, risks to the outlook remain.Christine RovoiWed, 17 Apr
PoliticsWhat 'colonial governments' do: CRT scholar says Pacific peoples must push back against government's ‘racist’ actions An Auckland University Senior Law Lecturer and Critical Race Theory scholar says the current "anti-Māori and white supremacist" government should be no match for Pacific people's ability to mobilise and unite.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 15 Apr
Politics‘We can achieve more in the Pacific together’New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters and United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken met in Washington this week and announced $16.4 million for the Pacific.Christine RovoiFri, 12 Apr