Language & Culture • Cook Islands 'Once those people are gone, that knowledge is gone forever'Academic Debi Futter-Puati says a new certificate programme aims to revitalise Cook Islands heritage.Susnation SetaFri, 21 Feb
Language & CultureSouth Canterbury gears up for annual Multicultural Aoraki FestivalTimaru locals promise a day filled with unity, entertainment, cultural cuisine, and community connection.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 20 Feb
Language & Culture • Niue‘Dawn of a new era’: First-ever Niue festival encourages cultural revivalThe ‘Hologa Niue’ celebration brings together communities from 13 villages to perform at the Manukau Events Centre.Matt ManukuoThu, 20 Feb
Language & CultureRangatahi front for the Pacific General Assembly at WaitangiTwo youths, of Pacific and Māori heritage, speak on the marae for the PGA’s inaugural visit.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 05 Feb
Language & Culture • Cook IslandsCulture and tradition: ‘There aren’t enough teachers’Distinguished Cook Islands elder and Polyfest pioneer Mama Tupou Manapori wants families and communities to take action in preserving traditional culture. Sariah MagaoaWed, 05 Feb
Language & CulturePacific community invited to help identify 1980s church photosFamily members are being asked to name Pacific churchgoers featured in rare images.Khalia StrongFri, 24 Jan
Language & Culture • SāmoaBarbara Edmonds’ unexpected honour in SāmoaThe Labour MP reflects on her new role as a Matai, a tribute to her late mother, and a milestone in her cultural and political journey.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 22 Jan
Language & CulturePolyfest scaled back due to funding shortfallThe annual schools performing arts festival held in south Auckland has become a beacon of cultural awareness for young Māori and Pasifika growing up in Aotearoa.Torika Tokalau, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 07 Jan
Language & Culture • NiueA young Niuean’s journey of identity, resilience and innovationTanaki Fasi has faced challenges of belonging, cultural identity, and bullying. Now, as he prepares to leave high school, he’s embracing his roots, building bridges between his identities and driving innovation through a school project.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 31 Dec
Language & Culture • Tonga • Sāmoa‘It was ours as an extended family’: Tatau, Pacific kinship, unityAmidst the Tongan tatau controversy, Dr Sonny Natanielu challenges modern national divisions, urging stewardship and oral history.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 18 Dec
