Tagata Pasifika

The Pacific voice on
New Zealand television
since 1987

Tagata Pasifika

The Pacific voice on
New Zealand television
since 1987

Sport

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‘Lautoka is a graveyard for teams, we don’t want to…

Apr 26, 2024
“It’ll be noisy, hot and slippery.”That's how Toaigaotumua Tom Coventry described what it’s like playing at Churchill Park in Lautoka, Fiji, ahead of the Moana Pasifika and Fijian Drua clash this Saturday.

Volleyball star “hops” sport codes and lands Black Ferns contract…

Apr 24, 2024
Five players receive their first contracts with the Black Ferns including volleyball star Maama Vaipulu.

New Zealand Football honours community and Pacific pioneer in Football…

Apr 20, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFtLbXkJx8E

It’s widely regarded as the “world’s game” but just how inclusive is it in Aotearoa? Football or soccer has been dribbling its way around the globe leaving an impact on its fans and players.  But is the sport…

World and Paralympic shot put champion Lisa Adams retires

Apr 9, 2024
After lengthy consideration, World and Paralympic shot put F37 champion Lisa Adams has made the decision to retire and focus on being a mum and spend more time with son, Hikairo.

Sporting greats celebrate launch of Pacific Islands Rugby Hall of…

Apr 6, 2024

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMUnXAyMx7I

Spear-headed by a committee led by the legendary La’auli Sir Micheal Jones, Pacific rugby honours its greats with the support of American Football’s greats. Eden Park was the perfect location for the launch of the inaugural Pacific Islands…

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