Stories by Indira Stewart

Hundreds of South Auckland youth have united this week to push back against mainstream media messages about their community, which they say are wrong.

An open Zumba class emerges as one of the avenues for change available to Pasifika fighting obesity in South Auckland. Video

Embracing cultural diversity has been instrumental in lifting achievement rates for Maori and Pasifika students at a New Zealand school.

The repatriation of nearly 150 whales' teeth to Fiji today is being called a "rare event" by the Secretary General of an international convention protecting endangered species.

Increasing health issues remain a concern in Niue despite a number of health initiatives implemented on the island over the last decade. Audio

Artists in Niue are using their skills to help preserve the island's culture and traditions under threat after mass emigration. Audio

100 years on from the First World War, the people of Niue are still pushing for 150 of their men to be recognised for their role.

While Niue's 5th Arts and Cultural Festival attracted many tourists, there is disappointment in the number of overseas Niueans who attended.

Niue's 5th Arts and Cultural Festival is now underway with hundreds of participants and visitors taking part in the week-long event.

Niuean leaders are calling for locals and Niueans living abroad to fight for the preservation of the Niuean language.

Niuean leaders are calling for locals and Niueans living abroad to fight for the preservation of Niuean language.

Tighter immigration policies have led to significant falls in the number of approved Pacific migrants over the last five years.

For many, the 25th anniversary of Auckland's renowned Pasifika festival is more than about celebrating the rich culture of Pacific people who take pride in their identity as New Zealand's Pasifika… Video

Celebrations marking the 25th anniversary of Auckland's Pasifika Festival continue today after rain failed to dampen the spirits of large crowds yesterday. Video

More than 30 businesses from around the Pacific region are promoting their products at Auckland's Pasifika festival held this weekend.

With the Tongan Queen Mother now laid to rest, the nation will continue to pay tribute in an official 10-day mourning period.

The beauty of taro is being showcased in an unusual form in a Cook Islands art exhibition aimed at celebrating women.

A collaborative exhibition in Auckland is making the point the lack of representation among indigenous women around the world remains as relevant an issue today as it was 30 years ago.

A Fijian woman has warned others to be more aware of the export permits needed to bring cultural items from the Pacific into New Zealand.

Joseph Parker's parents will be watching closely as their son contends the WBO world heavyweight boxing title this weekend - the first New Zealand fighter to do so. Audio

A health association in Kiribati is successfully helping to change negative attitudes towards sexual health and rights and the use of contraceptives.

Tonga's justice system has opened up public discussion this week on ratifying the Convention of Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Audio

Tonga is being forced to rely on increasing amounts of imported fruits due to declining local production.

Past recipients of government awards for Pacific youth are striving to turn around poor socio-economic and education rates for Pasifika in New Zealand. Audio

The Niuean community is hoping that this week's Niuean language celebrations around New Zealand will help to revive its dying language.