Sister Lashes wins big, paving the way for future Pacific representation in the lash industry
Sister Lashes owner, Zandalee Matene made history at the 2025 NZ Lash Industry Awards, becoming the first Pacific recipient of the TAIEA award.
Fijian/Samoan University of Auckland Masters Graduate: A voice for change
From communications, and ministry, to local government, Christian Baledrokadroka’s graduation is a mark of service, faith, and an unwavering commitment to enact social change.
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ASB Polyfest Confirms Venue Change and Dates for 2026
For the first time, the annual ASB Polyfest secondary school cultural festival in Auckland, will run across two locations in 2026.
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WATCH: Tagata Pasifika 2025 Episode 26
Join host John Pulu as he takes you through news and stories from our Pacific Community!
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Tongan civil engineer changing the world one step at a time
Having graduated with a Master’s degree in civil engineering, Tongan woman Mele ‘Ofa-Ki-Vila Mafi is helping her country deal with its infrastructure challenges. Mele ‘Ofa-Ki-Vila Mafi is the lead engineer for the landfill expansion project at Tapuhia Quarry, in the Village of Vaini, Tongatapu Mele ‘Ofa, as she likes to be called, is using a
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Kalika Dojo vows to grow judo and martial arts in Samoa
In Tiapapata’s peaceful hills, lifelong resident Peniamina Percival built his dream Kalika Dojo, supported by the tight-knit, family-like community he calls home.
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“As much as we have individuals who are homeless, we have families that are homeless” – Housing advocate Judy Matai’a
West Auckland community group continues to help house families amid a homelessness crisis.
Director of illegal container-style boarding house fined $54k
A South Auckland property director has been handed a hefty fine after running an illegal boarding house for migrant workers that wasn’t fit to live in.
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Samoan Graduate Looks To Continue Studies While Working for University of Auckland
Tristan Tongi Petelo Ah-Sui’s graduation from University of Auckland, marks a collective triumph for his family and wider Pacific community.
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Breaking Silence Season 4 Episode 8: Simonne
Simonne Butler shares her personal story of very nearly becoming one of the statistics as she interviews Dr. Nicola Atwool, Chair of the Family Violence Death Review Committee.
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