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‘Why not me?’: Mum of seven pursues dream to retrain as mechanic
Māori and Pasifika student numbers at MIT and Unitec are rising.
Moana Pasifika’s European captain on unique journey in Super Rugby
Savage, the only European player, finds performing the team's haka terrifying.
Excavating a historical waka found by father and son, and the story that goes with it
Over 450 pieces of the waka, including timber and sail, were found in the sand dunes.
How Polyfest shaped a generation of Māori and Pacific youth
In 2025, around 100,000 people are expected to attend the event.
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Why Polyfest’s milestone year is a poignant tribute to Samoan matriarch
Polyfest began in 1976 with four schools; now 75 schools will participate.
How three generations are spreading Polynesian love across America
Three women from an artistic Auckland family are heading to California.
Why $155m Whānau Ora shake-up has left many in shock
New agencies will replace them in July, two in the North Island.
‘Something truly magical’: Mana Moana concert returns to Spark Arena
This year’s rendition will be 'even bigger and better' than before.
From Hawaii to Aotearoa: A legacy of passion and performance
Tama Ali’i Halvorsen has made his seventh pilgrimage from Hawaii to NZ for Te Matatini.
Tropical depression near Vanuatu intensifies to Cyclone Seru
The system is expected to intensify into a category 2 overnight.
Labour MP on cancer battle and the support getting her through
Lemauga Lydia Sosense says her outlook on life has changed dramatically.
Miss Pacific Islands pageant turmoil: Judges held, vote-rigging claims
Online threats escalated tensions, undermining the event's unity message.
‘I don’t even know’: Samoan judge responds to pageant scandal
The Samoan government is seeking an explanation from Solomon Islands.
Opinion: How NFL offers new opportunities for Māori and Pasifika athletes
Seven Pasifika players featured in the Super Bowl final this year.
Why NZ is at odds with Cook Islands over China agreement
The Cook Islands believes it doesn't need New Zealand's approval for the agreement.
Locals 'gutted' after popular playground dismantled: 'It feels like the drinkers have won'
'It’s our kids that have lost out to a bunch of people drinking'.
‘A complete lie’: Samoa’s health boss slams RFK Jnr’s deadly measles outbreak comments
Kennedy claimed tissue samples sent to New Zealand did not show any trace of the virus.