Latest from Tongans in NZ

Kids with health issues are stars of their own Christmas party

Dave Letele linked with the Middlemore Foundation to give Kidz First children Christmas.

Government puts Māori and Pasifika university pathways under the spotlight

The Government is investigating whether or not MAPAS is effective in universities.

'We need to make our cancer services work better for Pacific Peoples'

The most diagnosed cancers among Pasifika include breast, lung and prostate cancer.

Award-winning Tongan hair and makeup artist's fast rise to popularity

"I came across a hair mannequin. I saw it and was like: 'Oh this looks like fun’."

New book inspired by Tonga's royal history and a mother's bravery

"Imagine at that time just having had a child and then trying to find a way out."

Māngere residents urged to check alarms after fourth property fire in three weeks

"This is just tragic stuff, especially coming up to the festive season."

Dancer's message for disabled community: ‘The world is waiting for your greatness’

"To me, I am Samoan-Tongan first before any impairment I have."

Mana Moana swansong for outgoing Arts Minister

Carmel Sepuloni's last event as Arts Minster at the Mana Moana concert.

Kiwi volunteers build new Salvation Army base in Tongan village in record time

Up to 15 volunteers from New Zealand travelled to Tonga for the project.

Pasifika mothers, daughters, wives urged to get tested to help save lives

Around 180 people get cervical cancer in New Zealand and die from the disease each year.

Birds and the bees: 'Mum, I have something to tell you'

This week's episode deals with the birds and the bees talk when you are Pasifika.

Leimatu'a village captured in special documentaries

Villagers from Leimatu'a work hard to raise funds on their own to help their village.

Hamilton woman's traditional Tongan handicrafts in high demand overseas

Kasanita Katene is sharing how she makes Tongan necklaces to keep the tradition alive.

Family Faith Footy: Pasifika rugby story brings All Black great to tears

“She didn’t like seeing us get hurt.” Beegee reveals his mum rarely watched him play.

‘Test the waters’: Tongan sailor achieves unique career double

Lotulelei graduated from university, and days later completed ‘ruthless’ basic training

'I thought I was quite competent in the language - wrong'

Tongan-Kiwi journalist 'Alakihihifo Vailala uses her mother tongue to connect with others.

Mālō e lelei - Tongan Language Week kicks off

Mālō e lelei - give Tongan a go this week.

Artists from island kingdom exhibit works in NZ

Artists from the island kingdom of Tonga are exhibiting their works in Auckland.