Mana Moana swansong for outgoing Arts Minister
Carmel Sepuloni's last event as Arts Minster at the Mana Moana concert.
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Samoa issues public health notice as NZ enters fifth Covid wave
With close ties to New Zealand, Samoa is urging its public to get a Covid booster.
'One of those ethical dilemmas' - NZ's hunger for more doctors leaves Pacific Islands short
The global marketplace for doctors is red-hot, and Polynesian islands are losing out.
Chef Michael Meredith: How selling pancakes in Apia turned into a career in food
"That’s probably one of my first ever food memories."
'A Pacific academy would be game-changing for the region’
A science academy in the Pacific would help unite Pasifika scholars with unique knowledge.
First Samoan woman to compete in top Oceania billiards tournament
'It's not just a game. It involves concentration, math and angles.'
'The picture of Kolisi holding the Webb Ellis Cup is definitely doing that for youth'
Sonny Bill Williams says the Springboks' win will inspire youth and those in poverty.
New app aims to keep Pacific languages alive
Users can learn Samoan, Tongan, Niuean, Tokelauan, Fijian, Rotuman and Cook Islands Māori.
Bruce McLaren Intermediate introduces lavalava and ie faitaga for students
Bruce McLaren Intermediate is the latest school to introduce lavalava to its uniform.
Toa Samoa vs Kiwis: ‘Even after the game...still 685 to the world’
The final score did not reflect the burst of pride, loud cheers and singing from fans.
'I questioned whether it was acceptable to identify as Niuean'
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Toa Samoa rugby league team thank Kiwi fans, ready for big weekend
Toa Samoa take on the Kiwis at Eden Park this weekend.
New Pacific MPs in Parliament: 'My intention is to bring the hood'
Angee Nicholas, Fa'anana Efeso Collins and Lemauga Lydia Sosene are proud Pasifika MPs.
Samoan flags fly at Māngere Town Centre, as Toa Samoa fever returns
Toa Samoa rugby league fever started again, with fans turning out in droves today.
'I have to block out the outside world and negative comments'
John Fiu, who was born with a rare brain condition, doesn't let that stop him fighting.
World Cerebral Palsy Day: 'People with disabilities do have dreams'
"Stop seeing us as a pity...because people with disabilities all have their potential."
Last minute White Sunday shopping in full swing among Samoan community
Parents are out and about shopping for White Sunday, a special day celebrating children.
NZDF releases names of WWII Pacific coastwatchers yet to be formally recognised
The Defence Force is looking for the families of World War II Pasifika coastwatchers.
William Kiri Cuthers among WWII Pacific coastwatchers recognised 80 years on
"The old man would be...happy other families are starting to celebrate their ancestors."
'I lost my self identity' - Symone Tafuna'i
Symone Tafuna'i has been competing in athletics since she was a young child.
Birds and the bees: 'Mum, I have something to tell you'
This week's episode deals with the birds and the bees talk when you are Pasifika.
Hip-hop venture: Poetik touch to new shop in Avondale, West Auckland
"We want to see more of our community in the music industry work together."
Moving image exhibition focuses on family home
"The house in Ōtāhuhu is the bastion for all our family."
Watch: Miss Samoa wows talent category with siva afi fire dance
Miss Samoa Moemoana Schwenke's mother is Miss Samoa 1997-1998 Maryjane McKibbin-Schwenke.
Beatty Ave Fitness: Sacrificing a little sleep for better health
"If you can persevere...you can get through anything."
William Dart review: Ieremia brings classic to present-day South Pacific
There is so much to admire in Neil Ieremia’s production of (m)Orpheus.
Family Faith Footy: Pasifika rugby story brings All Black great to tears
“She didn’t like seeing us get hurt.” Beegee reveals his mum rarely watched him play.
Samoan singer shares what it's like living with an incurable disease
“I have lupus. Lupus doesn’t have me", says Vania Lale Peteru-Bunyali, 39.
Samoan-Kiwi actor on debut film and playing a gay man
Actor Nick Afoa hopes his new role will help start conversations and bring healing.
'I felt like I wasn’t getting the same opportunities, growing up poor'
Fashion stylist Sammy Salsa got his first job at 14yo to help his struggling family.
Dawn raids short film tackles one of NZ’s darkest periods
Short film shows the events from the raw perspective of those who had to hide.
Watch: Aupito William Sio gives final speech shirtless and in full Samoan finery
Aupito William Sio decided to go out in Samoan style.