TalanoaSouth Auckland hairstylist's ultimate call-up to braid hip hop royaltyCatheryne Matiasi is still on a high after her latest celebrity client, rapper Bizzy Bone.15 Jan 02:00 AM
TalanoaInsurance payout limbo leaves father sleeping in van for work after house fireThe Vaganas were left with nothing after their Avondale home was destroyed by fire.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: South Auckland funeral director urges Pasifika families to save for funerals to avoid debtSouth Auckland funeral director Ese Tatupu is encouraging more Pacific families to speak openly about death and to think ahead. Video / NZHerald Watch10 Jan 04:00 PM
TalanoaFuneral director urges Pacific families to save for funerals to avoid going into debtEse Tatupu says Pasifika should speak more openly about death - often a taboo topic.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSwept away by the current: Teen who drowned in river was a poor swimmerValentino Laki was with friends and family when he got into difficulty in 2018.10 Jan 04:03 AM
Talanoa'None of us are free until all of us are free'Michel Mulipola's unique Samoan-inspired Palestine flag was made to show his support.07 Jan 11:40 PM
TalanoaA long time ago we had the Dr Phil's of this world - Pasifika professorThe University of Otago appoints its first Pacific professor of psychology.21 Dec 11:05 PM
TalanoaUnderstanding self-care and burnout among Pacific peoplesA Pacific researcher needs volunteers.21 Dec 09:43 PM
TalanoaAn asset or a cultural asset? The Samoan community responds to the Maota SamoaThe Maota Samoa has seen a major decline in its use by Pacific people.21 Dec 06:00 PM
KahuKids with health issues are stars of their own Christmas partyDave Letele linked with the Middlemore Foundation to give Kidz First children Christmas.21 Dec 06:55 AM
TalanoaGovernment puts Māori and Pasifika university pathways under the spotlight The Government is investigating whether or not MAPAS is effective in universities.19 Dec 05:01 AM
TalanoaKiwi fa’afafine take top three spots in Samoan pageantAnnie Kaio was the star of the show as the Kiwis completed a clean sweep.18 Dec 11:22 PM
TalanoaSamoan graduate fulfills his grandparents’ dreamNursing graduate Elijah Muaiava’s plan B turned to plan A.14 Dec 08:56 PM
TalanoaPasifika social media influencers star in new zombie movie"I feel like our humour is top tier and there’s just not enough of it online."14 Dec 04:00 PM
Talanoa'We need to make our cancer services work better for Pacific Peoples'The most diagnosed cancers among Pasifika include breast, lung and prostate cancer.12 Dec 09:20 PM
Talanoa'I forgive the culprit who stole my car. We all deserve second chances'Rex Natoealofa lost his legs when he contracted meningitis as a teenager.11 Dec 01:40 AM
TalanoaMan who died in water-related incident at North Shore beach was young fatherJadi Iolamo has been identified as the young man who died at a North Shore beach.06 Dec 12:16 AM
TalanoaWorkshop aims to re-educate Auckland traditional tattooistsTraditional tattooists are urged to keep up with local rules on health practices.05 Dec 08:50 PM
TalanoaFears of fatal fall spur community action over leaky shopping centre roof“I fear for many of the elderly, like me, who may one day have a fatal fall.”01 Dec 05:00 PM
TalanoaDancer's message for disabled community: ‘The world is waiting for your greatness’"To me, I am Samoan-Tongan first before any impairment I have."29 Nov 12:00 AM
TalanoaMana Moana swansong for outgoing Arts MinisterCarmel Sepuloni's last event as Arts Minster at the Mana Moana concert.24 Nov 10:44 PM
TalanoaMetita restaurant review: Michael Meredith's food a 'nostaglic and emotional experience'Reporter Mary Afemata finds a special link at Michael Meredith's new restaurant Metita.17 Nov 07:00 PM
Talanoa'I never knew it would be our last phone call': Beauty queen girlfriend pays tribute to lost loveDavid Gasologa, 27, was one of four seasonal workers killed in a fiery crash in Australia.16 Nov 07:15 AM
TalanoaSamoa issues public health notice as NZ enters fifth Covid waveWith close ties to New Zealand, Samoa is urging its public to get a Covid booster.15 Nov 02:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'One of those ethical dilemmas' - NZ's hunger for more doctors leaves Pacific Islands shortThe global marketplace for doctors is red-hot, and Polynesian islands are losing out.14 Nov 04:00 PM
TalanoaChef Michael Meredith: How selling pancakes in Apia turned into a career in food"That’s probably one of my first ever food memories."04 Nov 04:00 PM
Talanoa'A Pacific academy would be game-changing for the region’A science academy in the Pacific would help unite Pasifika scholars with unique knowledge.02 Nov 09:00 PM
TalanoaFirst Samoan woman to compete in top Oceania billiards tournament'It's not just a game. It involves concentration, math and angles.'02 Nov 12:20 AM
Talanoa'The picture of Kolisi holding the Webb Ellis Cup is definitely doing that for youth'Sonny Bill Williams says the Springboks' win will inspire youth and those in poverty.01 Nov 01:45 AM
TalanoaNew app aims to keep Pacific languages aliveUsers can learn Samoan, Tongan, Niuean, Tokelauan, Fijian, Rotuman and Cook Islands Māori.31 Oct 12:25 AM
TalanoaBruce McLaren Intermediate introduces lavalava and ie faitaga for studentsBruce McLaren Intermediate is the latest school to introduce lavalava to its uniform.26 Oct 11:35 PM
TalanoaToa Samoa vs Kiwis: ‘Even after the game...still 685 to the world’The final score did not reflect the burst of pride, loud cheers and singing from fans.22 Oct 07:35 AM
Talanoa'I questioned whether it was acceptable to identify as Niuean'What is it like to connect with a place you have never been to?21 Oct 07:30 AM
TalanoaToa Samoa rugby league team thank Kiwi fans, ready for big weekendToa Samoa take on the Kiwis at Eden Park this weekend.19 Oct 06:00 AM
