Sir Michael Jones sought funding for Moana Pasifika in letter to Winston Peters
“Your officials have already received the business plan and the economic impact assessments for Tonga and Samoa. I…
Celebrated arts organisation Tautai Contemporary Pacific Arts Trust loses main funding source after 40 years
‘Deeply disappointing’ Tautai operations director Dr Olivia Laita said the funding outcome was “deeply disappointing”. She posted a…
Warriors v Panthers: How Kiwi club’s Australian core embraced NRL’s first haka
For Barnett, now in his fourth and final season at the Warriors after joining from the Newcastle Knights,…
Seasonal work in NZ helping Tongans build businesses back home
Tongan Steven Piukala surveys his kingdom with all the satisfaction of seeing his hard work rewarded. For the…
Moana Pasifika coach Grant Dearns may face charges over Philippines student drownings
According to his LinkedIn page, Dearns held a similar position at the Hawke’s Bay Magpies from 2004 to…
All Blacks captain Ardie Savea caught in fallout from Moana Pasifika closure – Gregor Paul
This is obviously how it’s going to be for Savea, though – his style, demeanour and attitude picked…
Moana Pasifika cut from Super Rugby Pacific after New Zealand Rugby rejects rescue bid
The two Governments were proposing to use aid and development funding they had already received from New Zealand’s…
Moana Pasifika: Sport NZ was warned about shaky finances in 2023
The financial agreement between Sport NZ and the club included an initial grant of up to $1m with…
Pasifika doctor’s ‘many years of sacrifice’ to obtain degree
Emeline Mafi stands in stillness for a moment at the side of the stage, taking deep breaths in…
Moana Pasifika rescue plan revealed: How Winston Peters could help save Super Rugby side
Under the first scenario, it is estimated that between 20 and 50 jobs will be supported, with that…
What employers need to know about upholding ‘Pasifika values’ – lawyer
Faitala described the process as “alien” and devoid of the social norms he had come to expect as…
Brumbies v Moana Pasifika live updates: Last ever game for Moana Pasifika in Canberra?
Live updates of the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Brumbies and Moana Pasifika. Moana Pasifika head to…