Richard Pamatatau

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

Among the new MPs are a Korean, a Fiji-Indian, a Tongan-Samoan and an Indian, reports Richard Pamatatau. Audio

Sports star Vainga Tuigamala has been on the receiving end of rude text messages after publicly endorsing the National Party. Audio

Pacific issues correspondent Richard Pamatatau on the courting of Pacific votes. Audio

Both leaders are look for a strong Pacific Island following. Audio

Some Pacific Islanders say National's immigration spokesman is not fit for the portfolio if his party wins the election. Audio

Correspondent Richard Pamatatau has more from National's Pacific Affairs spokesperson, Judith Collins. Audio

Energy experts are meeting to consider a petroleum bulk buying scheme to offset price rises and secure supply for the Pacific. Audio

Tamaki College is trying to change the perception among many Pacific Island students that science is too hard for them. Audio

Pacific Community leaders say the report points to wide ranging systemic problems afflicting all poor Pacific Islanders. Audio

Pacific Island designers continue to make inroads at Fashion Week, the show dominated by European manufacturers. Audio

Cook Islanders in New Zealand are looking to the Internet to help preserve their fast declining language. Audio

There's criticism from the Pacific community that National's housing policy to fails to address the issue of affordability. Audio

Pacific fashion flair will tonight be rewarded and awarded at this year's Style Pasifika Awards in Auckland. Audio

A Pacific health researcher says Pacific Islanders are over represented in New Zealand suicide statistics. Audio