Art

Language & Culture •

Niue

‘Dawn of a new era’: First-ever Niue festival encourages cultural revival

The ‘Hologa Niue’ celebration brings together communities from 13 villages to perform at the Manukau Events Centre.

Matt ManukuoThu, 20 Feb

Arts

Local board backs Fa’anānā Efeso Collins mural

A proposal hopes the painting is completed in time for the first anniversary of the late Pacific advocate and politician.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterSat, 08 Feb

Summer

Pasifika artists to look out for this month

Stay tuned for these upcoming concerts that offer a blend of soul, reggae, and even Christian music to kick off your break with the right rhythm.

Sariah MagaoaFri, 10 Jan

Arts •

Niue

Bruce Mason winner calls for climate change action

Leki Jackson-Bourke has been awarded the 'prestigious' Bruce Mason Playwriting Award, dedicating his win to his community and urging climate action across the Pacific.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 27 Nov

Environment

From graffiti removal to zero waste: Social enterprise targets sustainability

The Beautification Trust has highlighted its achievements and community programmes to the local board, empowering South Auckland.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterFri, 22 Nov

Arts •

Sāmoa

‘Dear Uso’ set to spark hard but important talanoa

Sāmoan author Mani Malaeulu’s prequel to Tama Sāmoa releases next week, exploring themes of family, identity, and courage, drawn from Pacific experiences.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 14 Nov

Language & Culture •

Sāmoa •

Tonga

Ohn Clothing continues to push the boundaries of conventional design

John Tanuvasa, a designer of Tongan and Sāmoan descent, is a trailblazer in the fashion world, known for pushing the boundaries of conventional design.

Susnation SetaThu, 17 Oct