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April 2024

Multi-generational living a reality in Aotearoa

29 April 2024

(Picture caption: The Penina Trust has recently opened five houses in Papakura, designed for multi-generational living. PHOTO CREDIT: Dion Moments.

Academy continues to inspire next generation of STEM enthusiasts

29 April 2024

(Picture caption: Amanaki STEM Academy students enjoy the sights and sounds of the University of Auckland during a recent STEM tour.

Space looms closer for budding Pacific astronaut

29 April 2024

(Picture caption: Ioane Fiso worked at Dawn Aerospace Spaceplane Research and Development Hangar, in Christchurch while juggling his university studies.

Naval career full of reward for Pacific sailor

22 April 2024

The journey from studying at Auckland’s McAuley High School to serving around the world in the Royal New Zealand Navy has been an “incomparable experience” for Sailor of the Year…

Language advocate’s passing is a huge loss to Aotearoa

22 April 2024

A pivotal advocate for the work of the Ministry for Pacific Peoples, in particular its languages mahi, Melegalenuu Ah Sam NZOM (pictured), has sadly passed away.

Pacific football on show at festival

22 April 2024

(Picture caption: The Auckland Pacific Football Festival encourages Pacific peoples to choose football as their sport of choice. PHOTO CREDIT: Phototek.

Recognising young Pacific filmmakers in Wellington

15 April 2024

(Picture caption: Alofa Awards Best film winner, director Vatau Sagaga from Wainuiomata Intermediate, with producer and cousin Alaifatu Fraser Fatialofa, from Wellington College. PHOTO CREDIT: Creative Wezz Photography.

Toloa Scholarships aim to balance the scales

15 April 2024

(Picture caption: The Toloa Scholarships empower Pacific students to continue their STEM journey with the tools for success.

Providing tools for success

15 April 2024

(Picture caption: Solomon Group clients taking part in the Tupu Aotearoa initiative display their new devices to support their learning journey.

Aviation sector in reach of Pacific peoples

9 April 2024

(Picture caption: JNP Aviation is working towards removing barriers for Pacific peoples in the aviation industry.

Experience of the Dawn Raids to be captured creatively

9 April 2024

(Picture caption: Signature Choir, along with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra perform at Mana Moana. PHOTO CREDIT: Live Nation.

Pacific rugby greats honoured in Hall of Fame

3 April 2024

(Picture caption: Some of New Zealand’s greatest Pacific rugby players have been inducted into the Pasifika Hall of Fame. PHOTO CREDIT: Pasifikarugby.

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