By Mary Afemata of Local Democracy Reporting Seumanu Simon Matāfai JP is quick to dismiss any idea of “tokenism” when he discusses his role in bringing the Pasifika voice into Auckland council decisions. “It is easy to think that it’s a tokenistic role, but we don’t take it lightly,” the co-chair of the Pacific Peoples […]
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After its introduction to the community last year, the Lalaga card game has now achieved yet another milestone in its journey making its way onto the shelves of mainstream book retailer Whitcoulls.
Lalaga card game weaves its way onto Whitcoulls shelves Read More »
Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones is in the Solomon Islands for meetings with his counterparts from around the Pacific supporting collective management of the region’s fisheries.
Moana Pasifika has announced the major signing of All Blacks Vice-Captain and 2023 World Rugby Player of the Year, Ardie Savea through till 2027.
Ardie Savea commits to Moana Pasifika till 2027 Read More »
Join Marama T-Pole and John Pulu as they take you through all the latest stories from our Pacific community!
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A pilot programme with 10 of the country’s most serious offenders aged between 14 and 17 starts at the end of july. Part of the government’s much touted youth offending strategy, it comes at a cost of around five million dollars, money many critics say could be better spent. Here to give his views on
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Young All Blacks stars inspire Pasifika kids at Bubblegum school holiday program.
Gold medal winning Fijian choir lead a showcase of Pacific Islands choral talent.
Fiji’s Primanavia Takes Gold at the ‘Olympic Games’ of singing Read More »
Nearly a year on from a fire which devastated the town of Lahaina on Maui in the Hawaiian islands, locals go about rebuilding their lives and their town.
Community continues to rebuild and mourn those lost in Devastating Lahaina fire Read More »
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