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Need for visibility and inclusion fuels Pacific artist

25 January 2019

Artist and Pacific LGBTQI+ advocate Tanu Gaga’s (pictured) motivation to put his community’s needs ahead of his own, stems largely from his values upheld by his upbringing and experiences as…
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Pacific Media Network reaches milestone

19 January 2019

Reaching more of the growing Pacific diaspora in Aotearoa is behind a name change of a popular radio station in Auckland.
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Passion for providing a voice for Pacific

19 January 2019

Mabel Muller became a Journalist by “default” however on reflection, she believes it was her destined path all along.
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Hands-up for positive change in the Pacific

19 January 2019

Are you looking to make positive impact in the Pacific?  

Operating for over 55-years, VSA (Volunteer Service Abroad -Te Tūao Tāwāhi) is one way you can achieve this.
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Uplifting Pacific is paramount for Niuean Doctor

19 January 2019

Dr Arbutus (Arby) Mitikulena (pictured) says his life dedicated to serving the Pacific community has been inspired by his father and the desire to empower and uplift Pacific peoples.
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Working to level the playing field for Pacific

11 January 2019

Initially there was surprise, some embarrassment and a sense of not being worthy enough.
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The island-inspired Colour Closet

11 January 2019

Born and raised on the volcanic island of Rotuma, designer and artist Ravai Titifanue learnt early on being creative meant utilising the resources available plus lots of imagination.
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Helping our Pacific neighbours in need

11 January 2019

Coming from a region prone to natural disasters, Pacific peoples know all too well the devastating effects of Mother Nature.
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New Regional Manager set to build strong and resilient Pacific communities in the North

4 January 2019

Having led from the front in a range of sectors dedicated to supporting and enabling Pacific peoples to grow and thrive, accepting the Ministry for Pacific Peoples Northern Regional Manager…
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Ministries work together to achieve better outcomes for Pacific

4 January 2019

With shared goals in mind, the Ministry for Pacific Peoples (MPP) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) have signed an agreement to work together to deliver better outcomes…
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Pacific contribution to Aotearoa recognised with New Year’s Honours

1 January 2019

Pacific people continue to significantly contribute to society in Aotearoa - 14 have been named on the 2019 New Year’s Honours list for their services to New Zealand's community.
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Adapting to the melting pot of the Pacific

14 December 2018

When Pacific peoples move across oceans to new lands and new cultures, they face new challenges as they adapt to their new environment.
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