Tess Newton Cain

Tess Newton Cain is a Pacific Islander academic and writer. She is the Director of the Pacific Hub, a research centre at the University of Auckland. Newton Cain has written extensively on Pacific issues, including politics, culture, and identity. She is a prominent voice on Pacific affairs and has been a commentator on New Zealand media outlets. Newton Cain has also worked as a researcher and lecturer at various universities. She is a strong advocate for Pacific Islander rights and has been involved in several initiatives to promote Pacific Islander representation in politics and media.