EntertainmentOscar hopeful Lea Tupu’anga's māfana captures global supportFrom a desktop draft to an Oscar campaign backed by Jason Momoa, the short film marks a new milestone for Tongan storytelling.Atutahi Potaka-DewesThu, 11 Dec
Entertainment • TongaFrom his bedroom to global playlists, Tongan Trixx finds his voiceRaised on church harmonies and armed with only an iPad, the 20-year-old artist is turning island life and big ambition into a breakout sound.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 09 Dec
EntertainmentTongan comedy ‘Ride ‘Otai’ serves up fāmili feuds, food, and feelsCo-created by talented creatives ‘Isoa Kavakimotu and Tama Farani, Ride ‘Otai celebrates Tongan storytelling in a heartfelt bilingual web series.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 07 Nov
Entertainment • TongaTonga's emerging star steps into the spotlightSinger Patrick Jesse Taukolo aka Trixx comes out of his comfort zone with new single 'Swing By'.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 31 Oct
Arts • TongaFrom sacred comb to family conflict: Tongan play to premiere in South AucklandFā’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
SportsFrom lecture halls to Hawaiian waters: Auckland paddlers shine at world racesFor engineering students Viliami Manukia and Meilani Karika, competing at Hawai‘i’s Queen Liliʻuokalani Canoe Race was about ancestry, perseverance, and campus pride.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 26 Sep
Arts • Tonga • Aotearoa New ZealandTongan student’s art shines at Te Papa’s Ringa Toi showcasePatrick 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
EntertainmentAbigail Langi takes it ‘Slow & Steady’ in releasing her new EPThe Tongan-American RnB artist is carving out her own lane with her latest project born from a mantra to trust the process.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 09 Sep
Arts • TongaNew Tongan book aims to restore traditional worldview on artThe landmark publication, authored, designed, and published by Tongans, has been launched and features 41 artists.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 22 Aug
EntertainmentIsland Vibes unleashes Tonga Tū Ketau Tuē: A celebration of Tongan identity and languageWritten in lea faka-Tonga, the song brings the māfana of rugby terraces to the kava circle, while inspiring future generations.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 20 Aug
