For Dr Kiarere Tiaon, attending the Pacific Society for Reproductive Health (PSRH) Conference in Tonga this month is more than an opportunity for professional development — it is an opportunity to bring new knowledge and practical skills home to Kiribati.

Tausi Moana marks the next chapter in the evolution of the Moana Pasifika Community programme. Originally established to nurture Pacific youth sporting talent, reduce financial barriers to participation and create high-trust community events, the programme has built a strong foundation through sport, connection and community.

For women in Vanuatu living with complex pelvic floor conditions, access to specialist care can be difficult — particularly in a country where 83 islands are separated by water and specialist urogynaecology services are not currently available. 

Finance Administrator, Esther Paraka, is proud to be from Papua New Guinea. She holds on to her language, culture and traditions, committed to ensuring the next generation benefits from the richness of the land she's from. She kindly shares some insights with us for this year's Papua New Guinea Language Week.

More than 300 health professionals, researchers, educators and regional partners are gathering in Nuku’alofa, Tonga, this week for the Pacific Society for Reproductive Health (PSRH) Conference, reinforcing the importance of Pacific-led collaboration to strengthen reproductive, maternal and newborn health across the region.

Dr Maryann Heather has been recognised for her commitment to serving Pacific communities across Aotearoa and the Pacific, receiving a Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) Service Award at PMA’s 30th anniversary celebrations.

Dr Samuel Fuimaono has been honoured with a Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) President’s Medal, recognising his longstanding service to Pacific communities and the wider community.

Tongan gynaecological oncologist, Dr Michael Burling, has been recognised for his longstanding commitment to Pacific health and his contribution to improving care for women across the region, receiving a Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) Life Award at PMA’s 30th anniversary celebrations.

Akarere Henry, CEO for South Waikato Pacific Islands Community Services (SWPICS), has been recognised for decades of service and commitment to the health and wellbeing of Pacific communities, receiving a Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) Life Award at PMA’s 30th anniversary conference celebrations.

Professor Sir Collin Tukuitonga KNZM has been honoured with a Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) President’s Medal, recognising his decades of leadership, service and commitment to Pacific health.

The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) has honoured 13 outstanding Pacific health leaders and advocates with Life Member and Service Awards and President’s Medals, recognising decades of service, leadership and commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of Pacific communities.

The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) Conference officially opened today, bringing together Pacific health leaders, clinicians, researchers and emerging professionals to celebrate 30 years of service under the theme, "The Pathway to Leadership is Service."