Pacific - The University of Auckland

Canvas

Staff intranet

Indigenous ‘living’ framework looks to help dying children live well

6 November 2025

A new Indigenous inspired framework, Te Whare Kaiao, looks to offer hope and dignity for children with life-limiting illnesses and their whānau in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Te Rau Hiringa Award for Pacific research leadership

6 November 2025

Recognition for Research Operations Manager and doctoral candidate Nalei Taufa, she recently received a Te Rau Hiringa Award, acknowledging the value professional staff bring to research at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland.
Vaping widening inequities in youth smoking

5 November 2025

The advent of vaping slowed progress on reducing smoking, especially for Māori and Pacific teens.
Movers and shakers: 40 Under 40 graduates changing the world

4 November 2025

This year’s 40 Under 40 list celebrates outstanding alumni making a meaningful difference in their field and community.
Marketing healthier food choices for the Tongan community

29 October 2025

New research shows many mainstream health campaigns push unrealistic messages for Pacific communities.
Breaking the silence: scholar tackles family violence in Vanuatu

25 October 2025

Emma Fisi’ilose Guillain is challenging the silence around family violence in Vanuatu; seeking to create pathways for justice and healing within affected communities.
Celebrate Te Vaiaho o te Gagana Tokelau - Tokelau Language Week 26 Oct - 1 Nov

24 October 2025

Mia-Mae Taitimu-Stevens research journey has been shaped by exploring her cultural connections including her Tokelau ancestry.
Visiting delegation reaffirm shared commitment to Pacific success

23 October 2025

Meeting between University of Auckland and the University of South Pacific renewed existing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) while exploring innovative ways to support Pacific learners across the region.
First Tongan appointed Director-General of the Pacific Community

22 October 2025

Te Poutoko Ora a Kiwa - Centre for Pacific and Global Health, governing council member Dr Paula Vivili is the new Director-General of the Pacific Community (SPC).
Celebrate Faahi Tapu he Vagahau Niue, Niue Language Week 19 - 25 Oct

17 October 2025

Aotearoa celebrates Niue Language Week 19 – 25 October. Its theme is a powerful call to action: ‘Fakatapunu, Ofania, mo e Fakaaoga e Vagahau Niue! Elevate the language, cherish it as a taoga (treasure) and use it every day!'
Elite athlete humbled by Sportswoman of the Year Blues Award

17 October 2025

Black Fern Theresa Setefano expressed surprise and joy at being awarded Sportswoman of the Year and Most Meritorious Performance (Sport).
Plans to keep doctoral triumph quiet shared worldwide

16 October 2025

University of Auckland graduate Dr Kara Beckford found herself showered with praise from complete strangers after a mishap pushed her into the public eye.

Page 1 of 28