In this interview I reference a 1981 ANZUS Council briefing. It is illuminating for its frank admissions and the historic parallels.

And for how little has changed. Still our unelected representatives pursue coloniality, for ourselves and others.

We rarely get such a glimpse.

#PIFLM52 Here are our recommendations on New Zealand’s regional engagement 🗒️With the change of government, there needs to be greater emphasis on the value of Pacific-led engagement & the risk of neglecting shared priorities of disarmament, human development & climate action to

Remember, AUKUS sees the Pacific as a sacrifice zone: a military buffer and climate disaster area.

New Zealand must not join AUKUS Pillar II. It means committing in principle to a nuclear war fought in the Pacific. It will impede climate action.

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“In some ways, it’s an addictive situation to be in. There’s nothing quite like having an assured income, each and every year, and to be paid better than your local counterparts in Tonga.” — Sefita Hao’uli on the social impacts of RSE.

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Many Pasifika accept that we don't understand and cannot relate to Black peoples' struggles. Anti-blackness & cultural appropriation exist in our community. Many of us want to do better and are working to bring change. But this tweet is not the one. Hugely incorrect statement.

I spoke to Shelley Te Haara, who says they were followed by a private investigator, wrongly accused of running Beneath The Glass Ceiling, and told to delete the account within three days or face court action that could impact their career in the music industry.

An emotional and brave piece by @Selabration that I hope will help not only our Pasifika mothers but ALL mums who might be feeling the same behind closed doors ❤️

Here is my extended interview this morning on RNZ - Nine To Noon, with response from Minister Little. One thing I forgot to say re Coroner's Inquiry: academics will not have the power to require information from tech and video game platforms that the Coroner has.
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We have 29 hours to raise the remaining $6379 to bring this project to life, thank you to those who have donated in the last 24 hours, and please continue sharing and spreading the word 💛💙💛💙

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Positive pelvic floor health/rehabilitation is a lottery in NZ. It should not be a privilege for some. ALL women need equal access to education, funding, resources and rehabilitation' Please sign and share Helen Clark New Zealand Doctor Ayesha Verrall change.org/p/ministry-of-…

Dear Dwayne Johnson, Love Angelou instagram.com/tv/CH-3jZ0DQTa…

OUT NOW! Oceans Apart: Greed, Betrayal & Pacific Rugby🌴

Thanks in advance to everyone who watches, shares & gets alongside Pacific rugby as we strive for positive change.

#OceansApartFilm by Tusitala Films:

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Talofa!! My PhD research is looking to understand how Samoan women have been impacted by COVID-19 this year. The goal for this research is to not only understand how COVID-19 has impacted our Samoan women, but also to find ways to support our Samoan women in times of crises.

Only get tested if you are exhibiting symptoms of COVID. You do not need to get tested just because you live in West or South Auckland and don't have symptoms. Will be grateful if we can all share this message.

A lot of misinformation and racism directed at Pasifika atm. Talked to some experts about the decisions being made and info coming out. They helped me get my head around the mess and vitriol.
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Angela Davis tonight on Te Ao with MOANA: In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist, we need to be (actively) anti-racist. Teuila Fuatai E-Tangata nzherald