Language & Culture • Niue • Aotearoa New ZealandNiue Language Week: A historic celebration of ‘Stories of Niue’ from parents to childrenWith more than 300 performers, the Tokiofa Arts Academy’s "Stories of Niue" brings together Niuean families across generations, celebrating language and identity.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 24 Oct
Language & Culture • Niue • AustraliaFrom Mutalau Village to Melbourne: Keeping the rhythm of Niue alive ‘Beyond the Rock’Raised far from her island home, Miquel Sietu is empowering Niuean youth to reconnect with their roots through dance and film.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 24 Oct
EntertainmentNZ’s first Trail Ride Line Dancing event to hit South AucklandDancing sensation, Gangsta Boom and Jadee Poppop, are taking a dance craze to Manurewa for a day of movement and motivation.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 07 Oct
Language & Culture • Cook IslandsCook Islands dance connects cultures at Te Maeva Nui NZ 2025The festival draws in dancers of Māori, Tongan, Sāmoan and Niuean descent - finding connection, confidence, and pride with Oire Vaipae.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 03 Oct
Language & Culture • Cook Islands'Festival for the people': Te Maeva Nui Aotearoa returns in full gloryTwo days of culture, cuisine, and community mark the premier Cook Islands showcase, now live-streamed for the first time via Whakaata Māori.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 02 Oct
Language & Culture • TuvaluTuvalu prepares for inaugural cultural festival in 2026Delegations from Tuvalu’s outer islands will present their unique traditions, while organisers hope Tuvaluans overseas will also return to take part.Khalia StrongWed, 01 Oct
Arts‘We’re still buzzing’: The Collective NZ celebrate World of Dance success After making history on the global stage, the group’s rise signals a new age of Pacific-led creative excellence.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 06 Aug
Language & Culture • Cook IslandsYoung talents set to shine at Te Maeva NuiThe iconic cultural celebration will showcase the creativity and artistry of the next generation while honouring Cook Islands’ rich heritage.Susnation SetaThu, 24 Jul
Language & Culture • KiribatiAcademic challenges colonial legacy with new Banaban danceProfessor Katerina Teaiwa honours her people’s history using movement and memory to inspire a new generation of Pacific storytellers.Khalia StrongTue, 15 Jul
Local Democracy ReportingCommunity spirit revived with free Zumba classes for families and eldersTotal Healthcare and the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board will deliver the free dance lessons aimed at addressing major health inequities and helping the elderly feel safe and more connected.Mary AfemataSun, 06 Jul
