Pasifika peoples across the country have today been recognised for their service and contribution in Aotearoa New Zealand as part of the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Recipients represent a range of…
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Pasifika Author to Launch Series of Children’s Books in Lower Hutt in Time for Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa
Samoan author from Lower Hutt Wellington, Dahlia Malaeulu, will kick off Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa by launching seven stories in one hit. Dahlia’s Mila’s My Aganu’u series of books is…
Secretary for Pacific Peoples Leading Pasifika to Thrive be Prosperous, Resilient and Confident
Listen to the podcast highlights on Youtube Or listen to the full podcast of Spotify Main Article A thriving, prosperous, resilient and confident Pacific Aotearoa are key pillars for the…
Dunedin’s Reverend Alofa Lale Takes the Helm of Women’s Organisation P.A.C.I.F.I.C.A. Inc.
President of the Dunedin Central Branch for P.A.C.I.F.I.C.A. Inc. Reverend Alofa Lale has been elected as the new national President this evening. Rev. Lale takes over from Tofilau Bernadette Pereira…
Potential new Home for Fale Malae in Wellington
The project for the Fale Malae in Wellington may have a new home after plans to house the Fale at Bunny Street near Parliament was scrapped due to various issues…
Pacific Education Big Winner in Funding Announcement
12 million dollars will be available for Pacific learners and families through the Pacific Education Support Fund and Innovation Funds announced today. Associate Minister of Education Aupito William Sio says…
Auckland Pasifika Festival Postponed to April with new Venue Announced
The iconic Auckland Pasifika Festival that has been running for almost 30 years has been postponed following the Government’s announcement yesterday that Auckland will remain in Alert Level 2 until…
Funding to Improve Digital Inclusion for Ethnic Communities
Funding is now open to to improve digital inclusion of Aotearoa New Zealand’s ethnic communities. The Fund aims to ensure ethnic communities can fully participate in Aotearoa New Zealand by…
Aotearoa New Zealand’s Role in the Pacific Part of Draft Education Curriculum
Aotearoa New Zealand’s role in the Pacific, Colonisation of and immigration to Aotearoa New Zealand, including the New Zealand Wars are two of seven themes that are up for public discussion. Public…
Auckland Secondary Schools Maori and Pacific Islands Cultural Festival Returns
The ASB Polyfest, Auckland Secondary Schools Maori & Pacific Islands Cultural Festival, is back on in 2021. The festival will celebrate its 45th anniversary this year, after it was put…
Pasifika Culture, Dance, and Island Cuisine on Display at Wellington Festival
Pasifika culture was on full display this afternoon at the Wellington Pasifika Festival at Odlins Plaza. Thousands attended the annual event showcasing culture, crafts, and Island cuisine. Festival goers were…
President of national P.A.C.I.F.I.C.A. women’s organisation talks 45 years of advocacy
Advocating for Pasifika women across Aotearoa New Zealand is one of many platforms the national Pasifika women’s organisation has committed to providing over its 45 year history. The National President…
Hundreds Turn out for Local Cultural Festival in Auckland
Despite the country maintaining a Level 1 setting amid COVID-19 restrictions, hundreds of people turned out in the weekend to attend the Albert-Eden Schools Cultural Festival held in Auckland. The…