The world’s largest Polynesian festival will finally get to celebrate its 45th anniversary this year. ASB Polyfest, the Auckland Secondary Schools Māori and Pacific Islands Cultural Festival, will take place from 14-17 April at the Manukau Sports Bowl, Auckland. Polyfest was cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 outbreak and in 2019 was cut short […]
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The classic ‘barbershop’ scene could be considered a staple of American cinema. The main character walks into the shop full of comical, wise barbers and hilariousness (or sagely advice) ensues. These businesses have long been considered safe spaces for men to be entertained, to unwind and unload their troubled minds. One of the most memorable
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Traditional painter, carver and designer Faraimo Paulo is on a mission to record his people’s history and culture. His first solo exhibition, Eleni – Navigators of Polynesia (named after his beloved late wife), represents a major survey of the artist’s recent paintings telling traditional stories from Tokelau and the Pacific. “In my youth I
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It was an unusual year for all of us with the lurking threat of Covid-19. But for our team at Tagata Pasifika, the show went on. We look back at some of the highs and lows of 2020.
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Heavyweight boxing fans will have to wait another two months to see the much anticipated matchup between Joseph Parker and Junior Fa, but an undercard scheduled for the original date will go ahead as planned this weekend. Samoan Mose Auimatagi Jnr from Papatoetoe Boxing Club and David Light from Peach Boxing will go head to
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Covid-19 changed how we traditionally spend important times of the year, including this festive season. Moana Makapelu Lee caught up with a special tama Niue and his family as they made the most of Christmas earlier than normal.
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This time of the year can be overwhelming with finances and family. Soana Aholelei chats with Psychologist Epenesa Olo-Whaanga about the stresses that can occur over this time and some tips on how to try and manage it.
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Fitness fanatic Dave ‘Buttabean’ Letele and his crew Phil Tele’a and Ina Walters share a quick but valuable workout for you to do at home during the festive season.
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This year is a year like no other, with Covid-19 changing the way we live. As John Pulu reports, the Pasifika community in South Auckland is certain that even coronavirus won’t stop them from celebrating the Christmas spirit this season!
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After three years in Dunedin, Peter Latu is the sole 2020 graduate of the School of Surveying’s BSurv(Hons) programme. Peter gained his degree with first class honours, a significant achievement after moving here with his wife Salome and three young sons for study. With a father as a surveyor, Peter’s path may have seemed inevitable,
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