Richard Pamatatau

An independent report out yesterday harshly criticised the division but goes on to say it should be retained and improved. Audio

Job losses or a cut back in hours worked are forcing many Pacific Island families to re-prioritise basic household spending. Audio

Pacific community leaders are shocked the attendance list for the employment summit this week is dominated by europeans. Audio

Prominent women in the Pacific Islands community are urging people to rethink how much they donate to churches. Audio

At the centre of discussions will be the vulnerability of low skilled Pacific workers. Audio

The Minister of Pacific Island Affairs has called for business leaders to attend a Pacific economic summit this week. Audio

Richard Pamatatau examines the extent of homelessness in New Zealand amid proposals to force them off Auckland streets Audio

The number of homeless in New Zealand may be three times the level recorded in the Census, according to a researcher. Audio

Porirua deputy Mayor Litea Ah Hoi says many Pacific Islanders use an expensive funeral. Audio

An academic specialising in the Pacific says New Zealand and Australia must not pressure Fiji to elections next March. Audio

No matter the state of the economy - singing Christmas carols is a seasonal option that's free. Audio

The NZ Pacific Business Council says the National-led government must work to put this country's relationship with Fiji onto a better footing. Audio

A new report says children of Pacific Island descent suffer from poor health and generally live in economically deprived areas. Audio

2000 people sat down to dinner on Saturday night in the soon to be opened tunnels on state highway 1. Audio

Pacific Islanders dependent on money sent by family in New Zealand will soon have more cash in their pockets. Audio

The National Party launched a charm offensive on Friday night at the opening of fashion store Tav Pacific in Mt Eden. Audio

Pacific leaders have welcomed the appointment of Georgina Te Heuheu as the Minister of Pacific Island Affairs. Audio

It's hoped a network of community gardens on public land in South Auckland will spur residents to grow food in their backyards. Audio

Asian and Indian small business community leaders expect the National led Government to deliver on street clean up promise.. Audio

The new MP for Maungakiekie, Samoan High Chief Peseta Sam Lotu-Iiga has announced he will stay on as a City Councillor. Audio