New Zealand
Incoming US ambassador spells out vision for NZ, Pacific
Billionaire businessman Jared Novelly is the Trump's nominee to be US Ambassador to New Zealand, Niue, the Cook Islands and Samoa.
Pacific dancers show off siva afi skills in Auckland
New Zealand's Siva Afi Festival has shown how the ancient Samoan art can be shared and celebrated across cultures. Audio
Bleak stats for Pasifika in child poverty and as victims of violent crime
Two new sets of data released this week paint a dire picture for New Zealand's Pacific communities. Audio
Raoul Island upgrade last job for NZDF on Pacific mission
The Defence Force has carried out upgrade of critical tsunami and volcano monitoring equipment on Raoul Island.
Prison football initiative offers 16 inmates their 'second chance'
A new football coaching programme at Kohuora Auckland South Corrections Facility is offering inmates "a second chance" in life.
Call for Māori, Pacific bone marrow donors
The New Zealand Bone Marrow Donor Registry is currently recruiting donors with Māori and Pacific ancestry for six patients. Audio
Minister defends 'highly destructive' bottom trawling
A new poll shows a majority of New Zealanders want the fishing method of bottom trawling banned, but Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones is not of this view.
NZ First will champion better visa access for Pacific Islanders - Peters
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters says Pacific people "want a fair go" and he is committed to helping them get easier access to Aotearoa.
Pacific visa petition to be presented to Peters at parliament
The petition wants visitors from six Pacific nations to be treated the same as travellers from 60 other countries.
'Proud in their brown skin'
Wellington Pasifika Festival, a major gathering for Pacific communities in Aotearoa's capital, celebrates culture, language and belonging.
'We are all connected': Indigenous, Pacific leaders unite at Waitangi
Waitangi Day commemorations have become a gathering point for Indigenous ocean leadership from across the Pacific.
Northland crash victim remembered as a devoted single mother
The 44-year-old Aucklander died in a "serious" crash south of Whangārei on 24 January.
Fiji 7s men team defend Singapore title
The Fiji men's sevens rugby team took home the top title at the Singapore 7s on Sunday night, while New Zealand claimed the women's title after the two days of competition. Audio
Pasifika gym merges fitness and family
Fitmumz & Fitcomm gym is family focused, accommodating, mum's, dads and even children. Audio
Ministry for Pacific Peoples plan looks at next three years
The ministry has lost nearly NZ$36 million in government funding, but its chief executive says the budget cut does not affect delivery of support.
Scott Robertson dumped as All Blacks coach
Scott "Razor" Robertson, only a few years ago hailed as the future of All Black rugby, has been dumped as All Black coach.
Cultural demands affecting Pasifika mental health - researcher
Asetoa Sam Pilisi said while serving and generosity and similar values are part of loving families and communities, burnout is real. Audio
New Year honour reflects the 'resilience, strength, and contributions of refugee communities'
Half a dozen Asian New Zealanders have been recognised for their contributions to the country in the New Year Honours list released today.
Pasifika families no longer have to pay for 'overpriced rental homes'
The dream of owning a home is now a reality for 18 Pasifika families in Porirua, one of the four main cities that make up the Greater Wellington Region.
Solomon Islands student showcases cultural heritage
A student from St Pauls primary school in Auckland says his Solomon Islands heritage is his identity. Audio
