Has the ‘New Zealand dream’ turned sour for Auckland's Pacific Islanders?

Touted as the world’s most Polynesian city, Pacific Islanders make up 15% of Auckland’s population. But does the dream of a better life match reality?

It’s Thursday morning in Auckland and the Tongan Older Persons Group is gathering for lunch. Stuffed kūmara (sweet potato) is on the menu. So is a presentation on bowel cancer, and then a few rounds of bingo – using peanuts, fruit and Oreo biscuits instead of cash.

Meleane Mafi, 85, leads a song with lyrics speaking of a longing for palm trees and white shores.

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