Ministry for Pacific Peoples

4 August 2026

When Cook Islands-born Reverend Tapita Taia Ching first received news she was being recognised in the King's Birthday Honours, her initial reaction…

3 August 2026

Following a Cabinet appointment process, Tu'u'u Maeata'anoa Luamanu (Lou) Maea has been appointed as a member of the Pacific Business Trust (PBT…

3 August 2026

This year, we’re highlighting the enua (island) of Mangaia as part of Cook Islands Māori Language Week.

27 July 2026

Richie George was a highly respected member of the Ni-Vanuatu community in Ōtautahi Christchurch, known for championing the Bislama language and…

15 July 2026

When Omeka Fau stepped onto the stage at the Secondary Schools Samoa Speech Competition, he wasn't just delivering a speech. He was continuing a…

14 July 2026

A new in-school programme from Tagata Moana Trust in Ōtautahi Christchurch is built around one idea: Pacific people already carry the skills, they…

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