Language & Identity: Fijian families in Aotearoa are keeping Vosa Vakaviti alive by making it part of everyday home life—bilingual books, traditional songs, and family stories—despite English dominating school and media. Land Rights & Activism: Nick Hayes reflects on land rights and a “peaceful revolution” in his new book, linking England’s loss of connection to land with colonial oppression and Indigenous knowledge. Sport & Representation: Former All Blacks prop Campbell Johnstone, the first to publicly come out as gay, is now an ambassador for Auckland’s Rainbow Games 2026, pushing inclusion in sport. Immigration & Residency: A migrant dairy worker’s residency appeal was rejected after an overseas murder charge wasn’t disclosed during his application process. Health System Pressure: A “Save Our Public Healthcare Roady” tour is set to gather firsthand community accounts on access and funding ahead of the election. Election 2026: Labour releases a fully costed fiscal plan while National attacks it as short on funding; parties also clash over pay equity and public spending. Culture & Arts: Wellington Jazz Festival welcomes Benjamin Clementine with a stripped-back show, while Education New Zealand partners with Shehan Karunatilaka to nurture young writers at the Colombo book fair. Health & Research: Kiwi coverage highlights H. pylori’s cancer risk and why Māori and Pasifika face higher harm rates. Travel & Lifestyle: Cruise lines warn South Pacific visitors to respect local dress rules, including avoiding overly revealing swimwear.