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‘The journey that never ends’: Niuean arts collective celebrates book launch milestone

Niutupu Pulapulaola co-leaders Maryanne Lapana and Margaret Jackson say their first book captures the collective’s four–year journey of reconnecting tagata Niue through arts and crafts.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 01 Oct

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Tonga

From sacred comb to family conflict: Tongan play to premiere in South Auckland

Fā’onelua ‘o Manako Polohiva, written by Seluvaia ‘Iloahefaiva, explores loss, revelation and resilience through a noble family at Māngere Arts Centre.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 30 Sep

Māngere's very own Emillie Iliganoa Pritchard.

Arts

‘Periodt. You did that’: Teen Siva Afi champion Emillie Pritchard’s cultural journey

From lockdown training to world competitions, the 14-year-old Māngere local proves girls can hold their own with fireknives, and then some.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 29 Sep

"Moana: Voices of Our Ocean is remembering, reimagining, resistance." - Danielle Kionasina

Arts

Moana voices: Tagata Atamai brings Pacific poetry to the page

The bookstore-publisher’s latest anthology, Moana: Voices of Our Ocean, gathers 20 indigenous poets to weave connections to Te Moana-Nui-a-Kiwa.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 24 Sep

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Aotearoa New Zealand

Tongan student’s art shines at Te Papa’s Ringa Toi showcase

Patrick Lemeki’s works pay tribute to women in his life and celebrate the shared Pacific and Māori identity, earning recognition at the 2025 exhibition.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 22 Sep

Arts

From heartache to hope: Tautua Dance keeps the fire burning

The siva afi troupe endured cancelled competitions and the loss of loved ones, but they are rising from the ashes with resilience and purpose.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 19 Sep

Arts

Fijian-Tongan film maker selected for global placement

Litia Tuiburelevu brings a bold Pacific voice to the global screen stage, as she prepares to join the UK film company, Protagonist Pictures.

Joylene Dymond TiumaluThu, 18 Sep

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Cook Islands

Cook Islands model inspires Pacific youth as the Face of Fusion 2026

Teokotai Tupou not only embodies Pasifika excellence in fashion but also serves as a beacon of hope for young people across the region.

Joylene Dymond TiumaluTue, 16 Sep

Reverend Dr Matagi Jessop-Vilitama and Christyl Matagi-Vilitama are set to showcase their exhibition at the Centre of Pacific Languages on the 13 September 2025.

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Niue

From grief to renewal: Niuean exhibition ‘Moana, Fonua’ brings generations together

The loss of a son, the gift of creativity, and the drive to preserve culture. Reverend Dr Matagi and Christyl Matagi-Vilitama’s exhibition marks Niue’s 50 Pule Fakamotu.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 10 Sep

Arts •

Niue

Niuean designers make historic debut at New Zealand Fashion Week

A landmark moment of cultural pride and representation brought to NZFW via the Pacific Fusion Fashion Show.

Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 27 Aug

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