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PERFORMANCE Alofagia: Le Opera Watch Alofagia: Le Opera, featuring SOL3 MIO, and TAPA, a rhythmic composition expressed through song and movement. Filmed on opening night at Nathan Homestead Pukepuke, this spectacular show is like nothing you’ve seen before. WatchNow Image:NathanHomestead
Siva Afi Festival 2020 Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 7 PM – 10 PM Mangere Arts Centre- Nga Tohu O Uenuku Mangere Town Centre Auckland Come see some of the youngest performers of the traditional Samoan art form of Siva Afi (fire dance) compete in New Zealand’s first Schools Siva Afi competition. Competitors are …
The ASB Polyfest celebrates its 45th Anniversary from 18-21 March 2020 at the Manukau Sports Bowl. The iconic Auckland festival is the largest Maori & Pacific Islands Festival in the world, and features traditional music, dance and speech from Auckland secondary school students. It is a celebration of youth performance, and a showcase of New Zealand’s …
Sat 14 – Sun 15 March, 2020 Western Springs Park FREE ENTRYOperating hours: – Sat 14 March, 9am to 7pm (villages close at 5pm) – Sun 15 March, 10am to 4pmThe iconic Pasifika Festival is back at Western Springs from Saturday 14 to Sunday 15 March, 2020. You don’t need to go far to experience …
Friday, January 31, 2020 5:30 PM – 11 PM Captin Cooks Warf Quay Street, Auckland New Zealand The story of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland and the waka that sailed here will take centre stage in January 2020 when the region celebrates its Māori heritage through the Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival. For the first time since its …
Ten years ago in 2009, Samoa was hit with the Tsunami tragedy that claimed hundreds of lives. The Villages that lost the most lives and hit with the most damage, was home to NZ rappers Savage & Scribe. The call was put out to our music family, the idea of coming together to raise funds …
Experience the sights, sounds and flavors of the wider Pacific right in Wellington. There will be delicious food to buy, free family-friendly activities, and performances by traditional and contemporary Pacific artists. The festival highlights our tight-knit Pacific communities, our arts and culture, and user-friendly city parks and environments. Date: Saturday 18 January 2020 Time: Midday-6pm …
AKU YANGA Cook Islands Fashion Show Saturday, November 9, 2019 5 PM – 11 PM 7 Atiu Place Mangere, New Zealand An authentic Cook Island’s fashion show created to showcase the beauty of our fashion through Cook Islanders inspiring Cook Islanders. You don’t wanna miss this. VIP show starts at 5pm Fashion show …
Photo Credit: Miss Cook Island NZ Saturday 5 October 2019 5.00 Pm – 11:30 Pm Te Puke O Tara Community Centre 20 Newbury St Otara Auckland New Zealand Tickets · $70 Click: EventInformation Join in on the excitement of who will be crowned the New Miss Cook Island NZ 2019, Enjoy Cook Island Cusine and …
October 18 – October 19 2019 Friday, October 18, 2019, 5 PM – 10 PM Saturday, October 19, 2019 9 AM – 10 PM Auckland Netball 7 Allison Ferguson Drive, St Johns Auckland, New Zealand 1072 Tickets · $10 – $60 Click: EventInformation Hosted by Te Maeva Nui Two Days of Spectacular Colour, …
Monday, September 9, 2019 7 PM – 8:30 PM Mangere Arts Centre – Ngā Tohu o Uenuku Mangere Town Centre Auckland, New Zealand 2022 EventInformation Six short films programmed by Talavou Productions in association with Uike ‘o e Lea Tonga | Tongan Language Week Pacific Lines Water House Captain Aunofo The World in your …
Aku Yanga Cook Islands Fashion Show 2019 Saturday, November 9, 2019 5 PM – 11 PM 7 Aitu Place, Mangere New Zealand An authentic Cook Island’s fashion show created to showcase the beauty of our fashion through Cook Islanders inspiring Cook Islanders. You don’t wanna miss this. VIP show starts 5pm Fashion show starts 7pm
Tuesday, August 6, 2019 10 AM – 12 PM 7 Hill Road, Manurewa Auckland New Zealand 2102 EventInformation Celebrate te ‘Epetoma o te reo Māori Kuki ‘Āirani 2019 with Manurewa Library! We are excited to host the Mama’s of CIDANZ (Cook Islands Agency New Zealand) where they will be hosting a worksop on creating …
Tuesday, August 6, 2019 6 PM – 8 PM 4/256 Great South Road, Ōtāhuhu, Auckland, New Zealand 1062 EventInformation Vunilagi Vou is proud to present the first solo exhibition of Auckland-based photographer Todd Henry (US/NZ). “Fofonga ‘oe kau fakafoki – The faces of those who have returned” is a body of work Henry made …
Sunday, July 21, 2019 1 PM – 3 PM ASB Waterfront Theatre 138 Halsey St, Wynyard Quarter, Auckland, New Zealand 1010 EventInformation A collection of Māori and Pasifika short films curated by Leo Koziol (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Rakaipaaka), director of the Wairoa Māori Film Festival, with guest co-curator Craig Fasi (Niue), director of the …
12 – 13 July 2019 305 Queen Street Auckland New Zealand 1010 EventInformation Sinarella is a heartfelt twist on the children’s story Cinderella, performed with a South Auckland flavour. The story follows the adventure of a young woman called Sinarella, who, after the mysterious death of her beloved father, lives with her demanding stepfamily. She …
Tuesday, July 2, 2019 6 PM – 8 PM 4/256 Great South Road, Ōtāhuhu, Auckland, New Zealand 1062 EventInformation Putiputi is Vunilagi Vou’s second ever exhibition! This beautiful group show features new and recent works that explore the anatomy, symbolism and allure of flowers as translated across cultural perspectives from Aoteaora, Cook Islands, Niue and …
Saturday, June 29, 2019 10 AM – 4 PM Takaparawhau Reserve Michael Joseph Savage Memorial Park 19 Hapimana St Ōrākei Contact:MatarikiFestival Manu Aute Kite Day honours and celebrates the universal tradition of kite flying across Tāmaki Makaurau, with events happening in Ōrākei, Puketāpapa and Manurewa all on the same day.
Friday, June 28, 2019 10 AM – 5 PM 17 Parumoana Street Porirua New Zealand 5022 TicketInformation The Northern Regional Polyfest is celebrated annually by the school in this region. It is an event full of colour music and dance. The purpose of Polyfest is to demonstrate the young people of Porirua’s pride in their …
11 June 2019, Tuesday 7 PM – 8 PM Mangere Town Centre, Auckland, New Zealand 202 A collection of short works by upcoming performers, featuring Ankaramy Fepuleai with ‘Lalo’, ’Stolen Stories’ by Fafswag artist Manoa Teaiwa, Tofifailauga Misa’s ‘Ave Ese’, Lyncia Muller and New Zealand School of Dance graduates.
Wednesday, May 29, 2019 1 PM – 3 PM 11 Kohuhu Lane, Westgate, Auckland, New Zealand Siva Samoa Dance Workshop Siva Samoa is the beautiful art of Samoan dance and movement, Join us for a special Siva Samoa dance workshop taught by Barbara Khan Toleafoa.
Thursday, May 2, 2019 at 8 PM – 10 PM Event Cinemas Manukau manukau mall, Auckland, New Zealand 2104 Tickets · $20 www.eventcinemas.co.nz 7pm: Red Carpet 8pm: Film begins 9:40pm: Cast & Crew Q&A “$20 includes Popcorn, Pure Water NZ & Vailima Bar Tab Dress to impress! Photographer & Selfie Station on site” Use hashtag …
Friday, April 26, 2019 at 7:30 PM Victory Convention Centre Tickets refer to tickets.ticketspace.co.nz “Don’t miss Tofiga’s latest comedy show “Sorry bout it” be ready for plenty of laughs and great entertainment. After touring his last stand up comedy show “I gan’t belive it” to SellOut crowds in N.Z., Australia, Pacific Islands, Hawaii and California. …
Thursday, April 18, 2019 at 7 PM – 8 PM Mangere Arts Centre – Ngā Tohu o Uenuku Cnr Orly Ave & Bader Dr, Mangere, Auckland, New Zealand 2022 “Sinarella is a heartfelt twist on the children’s story Cinderella performed with a South Auckland Pacific flavour. ” “Each year, the award-winning team from Māngere Arts …
THURSDAY 11 APRIL 2019 VODAFONE EVENT CENTRE for tickets refer to : https://www.facebook.com/events/312844969379999/ Adults $10.00 Children (12 years old and under) $5.00 Family Concession (2 Adults & 2 Children) $25.00 It will feature iconic Pacific artists including Parris Goebel and the Royal Family, Amitai Pati from Sole Mio, Che Fu, Annie Crummer, Jamoa Jam, Lavina Williams, …
Apr 12 at 11 AM – Apr 14 at 7 PM Tickets go to : www.tattooextravaganza.nz 81 Truman Lane, Tauranga – Trustpower Baypark Hosted by Aotearoa: Ngā Uri o Muturangi 2019 “To create an indigenous space and encourage a model for presenting our indigenous art and cultural traditions in the spirit of solidarity within mainstream tattoo …
Mar 12 at 6:30 PM – Mar 16 at 7:20 PM Basement Theatre Lower Greys Ave, Auckland, New Zealand 1010 Show Map Tickets · $18 – $25 🌺 TALOFA PAPA BASEMENT THEATRE 2019 SEASON 🌺 After delighting audiences at NZ Fringe, Kia Mau Festival, FRINGE WORLD and Adelaide Fringe, Talofa Papa is finally making its …
ASB Polyfest 2019 $5 entry / 5 years & under Free Mar 13 at 8 AM – Mar 16 at 5 PM Celebrating its 44th anniversary next year, the event expects to attract more than 12,000 secondary school students from across the Auckland region; all performing on six cultural stages: Maori, Cook Islands, Niue, Tonga, …
FREE FESTIVAL OPENING EVENT AOTEAROA/NZ Have you ever wanted to have your sidewalk sing-along moment? Kick start Toitū Te Reo festivities with Tira, a FREE event that welcomes everyone to sing from the same song book of iconic waiata alongside some of Aotearoa’s brightest singer-songwriters. Join us to celebrate the opening of Auckland Arts Festival …
Thursday, March 21, 2019 at 5 PM – 7:30 PM pin De Stylez Studio Cafe 54 Collingwood Street, Hamilton, New Zealand 3204 ticket via Eventbrite You have a business idea but don’t know what to do with it…. Come along and hear what other Maaori entrepreneurs have done with their ideas and how they’ve turned …
Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 9 AM – 7 PM Western Springs Park Auckland’s iconic Pasifika Festival will transform Western Springs into a vibrant heart of Pacific culture once again on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 March 2019. In its 27th year, this free and family friendly event brings together Pacific communities to celebrate diverse …
This year the Te Atatu Peninsula Library is kicking off Pacific month in March with the return of, STARS OF PASIFIKA POETRY. Come along to this free event and see the talented and eclectic line-up of Pacific writers, creatives, authors, artists, and film and theatre makers, share their creative commonality – the craft of poetry. …
Otara Tu Tangata – Tour of Duty – Christmas in the Town Centre is for the whole family. From Live Entertainment to bouncy Castles this event is for everyone! Come and hear the incredible stories of life Transformation from our XMen of Man UP. A day not to be missed! Saturday 24th Nov at 10 …
Friday 23rd Nov at 9 AM – 4 PM Manukau City, New Zealand Free refer to page for more info https://www.facebook.com/events/362845644484728/?event_time_id=362845651151394
Presenting ‘Tau Tala Tuai’ – A Niuean Musical Production based on the Niuean legends of Maui Matua and Maui Tama, and Mataginifale and the Whale. Come and experience a musical story-telling of Niuean oral history brought to life with an amazing youthful cast full of talent, and a diverse range of Pacific cultural backgrounds, told …
Join us for this year’s Manurewa Christmas in the Park this Sunday 9 December at 5pm at Mountfort Park! We are lighting up the night with a fresh line up of local South Auckland talent, an incredible fireworks display, food stalls, sports comps, bouncy castles and loads more. Free entry and fun for the whole …
Sponsored by: @pasefikaproud “Our Families, Our People, Our responsibility” – FOOD – ENTERTAINMENT/ACTIVITIES – COMMUNITY LOVE Friday 30th of November 2018 Moire Park, Massey 3 – 9pm FREE ENTRY see more : https://www.facebook.com/events/1081342975360971/
Nov 29 at 9 AM – Nov 30 at 5 PM University of Auckland Fale Pasifika Complex 22 Wynyard Street, Auckland, New Zealand 1010 Tickets · $30 – $50 The New Zealand Institute for Pacific Research’s (NZIPR) primary goal is to promote and support excellence in Pacific Research. We are bringing together thought leaders from …
Gather your family, friends, buddies, colleagues and acquaintances to enjoy all sorts of fabulous fun that has been put together by a team of festival volunteers right in the heart of Grey Lynn for another year. #greylynnfest18 Just in time for you to do your Christmas shopping, you can find handpicked craft stalls from all …
Heimana Music is proud to present Trio Kikiriri guitarist extraordinaire Mr. Kalou Gooding and keyboardist Hiro Vernaudon at a special one night only event. Come in your best Tahitian dress or shirt (with your friends) ready for a special night out! Supported by Jon Lindsay, Tauraki Superstars, Te Mato Trio and so much more – …
Watch these mama’s nimble fingers sew colourful Tivaivai while listening to their songs. Two local Māngere collectives, Tiare Taina and Polynesian Creative Artists, display expertly crafted textiles from their personal collections alongside vibrant new works made expressly for this exhibition. Presented in association with Whare Koa Māngere Community House. Saturday 24th November 1-4pm free Mangere …
Kia Orana Cook Islands Fashion Show “AKU YANGA” which means ‘My Work’, is a project created to showcase emerging, current and future Fashion Designers, Make-up Artist, Hairdressers and Creative people of Cook Islands Heritage. 2018 FEATURING 6 Cook Island Designers: Karaati Ngateina Tutapu Terekia Cesslina Kiria Frances Nemiti CADs Designs Vivian Hosking-Aue If you haven’t …
Armistice Day is a commemoration of the agreement that ended the First World War. This year marks the 100 years of armistice. Come along to Southmall Manurewa for free family events including face painting, local entertainment and activities Sunday 11 november at 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM Southmall Shopping Centre 185-201 Great South Road, Auckland, …
Free event – Come along to the 2018 NZ Ukulele Festival! Featuring the Kiwileles – a massed children’s ukulele orchestra and other guest performers! Visit www.nzukulele.org.nz for updates or follow our Facebook page. Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 12 PM – 3 PM Next Week The Trusts Arena 65-67 Central Park Drive, Auckland, New Zealand …
The New Zealand Institute for Pacific Research’s (NZIPR) primary goal is to promote and support excellence in Pacific Research. We are bringing together thought leaders from New Zealand and the Pacific region to an inaugural conference at the Fale Pasifika Complex on 29-30 November, 2018. The conference will showcase Pacific research from throughout the region, …
I gan’t belive it! – Tofiga Fepulea’i Originally part of the acclaimed New Zealand based comedy duo ‘The Laughing Samoans, Tofiga Fepulea’i is now solo and on the rise. A show for the whole family. “I Gant Belive It” will bring tears of laughter. Let Tofiga take you on a whirlwind ride of life changing …
Up and coming add to your Pacific Calendar for November 2018 The show is a gripping, highly-physical work choreographed by the Samoan, award-winning Elijah Kennar. Abyss Between Counts plays Dates: 13 – 17 November Venue: Basement Theatre Tickets: $16 – $20 Bookings: www.basementtheatre.co.nz or phone iTicket 09 361 1000 Supporting our local talent.
Toloa Tertiary Scholarship applications close November 7!!!! Funded by the Ministry for Pacific Peoples (MPP), Toloa Tertiary Scholarships support Pacific students to pursue studies in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) subjects at tertiary level. The overarching goal of the scholarships is to encourage Pacific youth to enter STEM-related studies, and STEM-related careers. Last year, …
CHANGE OF DATE, instead of the Thursday it’ll be happening the day before (Wednesday) – CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU THERE 📍 #streetbbq #pacificinthepark2018 Call 021 191 4189 https://www.facebook.com/pg/pacificinthepark/about/?ref=page_internal
Pacific In The Park Proudly sponsored by: PASEFIKA PROUD Annual community event with Local pacific providers, pacific music, dance artists and food/fun/prizes! – Friday 30th November 2018 – Moire Park, Massey – 3-9pm for more info Call 021 191 4189 https://www.facebook.com/pg/pacificinthepark/about/?ref=page_internal
Happy Tuvalu Language Week. The theme for Tuvalu Language Week 2018 is “Tuvalu faka’na ki te Atua. Fakatumau au tu mo faifaiga. Tautua mo Aotearoa”. “Tuvalu, trust in God. Nurture your cultural values and heritage. Serve Aotearoa”. Look out for activities in your community celebrating this special week. http://www.thecoconet.tv/songbook/learn-language-songs-from-the-pacific/tuvalu-national-anthem/
#MĀTAKIMAI A record number of athletes are set to take part in New Zealand’s biggest Pro-Am basketball competition HoopNation in Tauranga this Labour weekend. This year 144 teams and 1400 athletes will take part, with almost 400 games to be played over the four days. And for the first time, Australia is sending over nine …
Fun art activities for the whole whānau on the last weekend of the school holidays. Get inspired by artist and photographer Patrick Pound’s exhibition ‘On Reflection’. Instead of taking his own photographs, Pound collects vast numbers of old photos and combines them with masterpieces from Te Papa’s collections in new and imaginative ways. – Make …
Kōrero te Kanikani is an opportunity for the dance industry and community to dialogue about our future Join us in the Vault for kai and kōrero to discuss future opportunities for our industry. Kōrero te Kanikani is an opportunity for the dance industry and community to dialogue about our future through discussing results of an …
Application for Miss Niue Aotearoa 2018 is Open and will be Closed 25th of August 2018 Miss Niue Aotearoa Pageant Date – 3rd of November 2018 To qualify to enter Miss Niue Aotearoa • She must be Niuean or of Niuean Descent • She must be between the ages of 17 and 25 years Old …
PMC Seminar: Fiji’s General Election – the calm before the storm? ACADEMIC MEDIA ASSIGNMENT IN FIJI Fiji is facing a General Election soon – the second post-coup election with the first in 2014 – but the date has yet to be set. Fiji-born digital media postgraduate student and journalist Sri Krishnamurthi was in Fiji to …
Pacific Island Artist Movement Hosted by M.I.S.S Productions – https://www.facebook.com/groups/2287107321510860/ contact directly for more information. time : Friday, October 19, 2018 at 6 PM – 12 AM Location : Eden Park – Reimers Ave, Kingsland, Auckland, New Zealand 1024
Kiwileles Schools – book in for one of our 2018 NZ Ukulele Festival Rehearsals! Bring along your Kiwileles to experience the magic of one of our festival rehearsals! This will be a great experience for the kids and a good way to practice all the songs in a big group before the festival. Auckland – …
Manurewa Local board want to help our young people to thrive and succeed. Applications now open for 14-24-year-olds in our community that need support with the cost of their studies or to attend a conference or development course in 2019. Apply online https://bit.ly/2MD9UE7 by 2 November. To get in touch with a specific Local Board …
Monday 3 September – 17 September 2018 Hosted by Taoro Ina N Tuaine – Practice the sacred ritual of the Cook Islands Ura Ura dance, with classical instruments and live music. In these sessions, you’ll discover the particular movements and gesture of hips, legs and hands, which to tell a tale for audiences. Explore Cook …
Monday 3rd September – 12 PM – 1 PM FREE Ara Institute of Canterbury 130 Madras Street, Christchurch, New Zealand 8140
September 4th – 2 PM – 3 PM Koraunui Stokes Valley Community Hub 186 Stokes valley road, Lower Hutt, New Zealand cost:Free Let’s come together to celebrate Tongan Language Week by learning to make Otai, a popular tropical drink from Tonga! TWO SESSIONS – 2-3pm & 3.30-4.30pm. Koha appreciated. hosted by : https://www.facebook.com/koraunuihub/
Exhibition opening: Mon 3 Sept, 10am Exhibition dates: 3 Sept – 29 Sept This exhibition and opening are free and all are welcome. Akoteu Kato Kakala began as a playgroup in Māngere 21 years ago. They are now based in Ōtara. This exhibition presents their recent mobile sculptures with a strong focus on recycled and …
Saturday 29 September “Inaugural SBN BUSINESS AWARDS 2018 & SBN 5th YEAR ANNIVERSARY” Join us in ‘Celebrating & Recognising Samoan Business Success!’ Tickets: $120pp / $1,000 table of 10 Saturday 29 September, 2018 @ 6:00pm Naumi Hotel, 153 Kirbride Road, Mangere, AUCKLAND KEYNOTE SPEAKER – SIONE FAUMUINA Former NRL Rugby League Star. Entrepreneur. Motivational Speaker. …
Beginning Monday 3rd September – Mālō e lelei Famili! TONGAN LANGUAGE WEEK 2018 BEGINS Sunday 2 Sep – Saturday 8 Sep! 🌺🍉🇹🇴️ we’ll keep you posted! – Uike Kātoanga’i ‘o e Lea Faka-Tonga ❤️
Tāmaki Makaurau will be hosting the city’s first inaugural Māori Langauge parade in celebration of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori 2018! There will be something for everyone from fluent speakers to people who are just starting their learning journey so make sure you bring your whānau, school and work mates along with you! The …
A unique event for us cook islanders to showcase our talents to the wider community here in auckland and abroad, to take ownership and to acknowledge the passion we have as designers within the fashion and arts industry. This year 2018 we have expanded our event, but, you will have to keep following our page …
Let’s Go Fishing ! Mums, Dads and children all welcome, free bait and lines, September 1st 2018 – 1-5pm, Weather permitting! Free Ssg sizzle and drinks for kids Hosted by Father and Child Trust see : https://www.facebook.com/fatherandchild/
The JAFA Poetry Slam proudly presents Auckland poetry legend and kindest man alive DIETRICH SOAKAI! Wednesday August 22nd. Doors at 6:30PM. Show 7PM. All Ages venue. $5 students and reading poets. $10 general admission. The JAFA Poetry Slam hosts our third open slam of the 2018 season! There is a short open mic open to …
When : Wednesday at 3 PM – 5 PM 2 days from now · 11–14°C Rain Where : David Lange Park, Mascot Ave, Mangere Join the Out and About team for an afternoon of fun in the park. We’re bringing a variety of giant games including noughts and crosses, connect 4, snakes and ladders, sports …
Take on the Challenge, Hawaiki TOA is an international endurance event that integrates traditional Māori training philosophies into a custom made pā (fortress) site designed to provide people with a unique Māori experience. Each course consists of a swim, run, and obstacle course. On each leg of the course you will encounter uniquely Māori challenges. …
When : Friday, September 14 at 7 PM – 1 AM Sep 14 at 7 PM to Sep 15 at 1 AM Where: Wanderers Club, Mangere 123 Coronation Rd, Auckland, New Zealand 2022 Cook Islands PARTY MIX DJ Reminise & Property O putting on a little C.I Party Mix, join us as we party C.I …
Monday, August 27 at 3:30 PM – 5 PM Auckland Museum Auckland Domain, Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand 1021 Free www.aucklandmuseum.com Hear from three powerhouse indigenous women in charge of looking after our house of taonga. Join us for this special panel discussion with our female chairs: Orchid Atimalala – Auckland Museum Trust Board Precious Clark …
1st TRIAL u11, u13 & u15s Monday, August 27 at 5 PM – 8 PM Netball Waitakere 31-35 Te Pai Place, Auckland, New Zealand 0610 see website for more details: www.sportsground.co.nz/aucklandtonganetball
Where: pin Te Oro 98 Line Road, Glen Innes, Auckland, New Zealand 1072 When : This class runs every Saturday untill September 22nd 2018 We are thrilled to announce that Nesian Dance class with Julia Mage’au Gray is back at Te Oro. This class is for women with movement drawn from different parts of the …
It’s back and better than before! Being brown in a dominantly white society is complicated and this show is the voice for how dynamically complicated it actually is. Director and script writer Antonia Sieni Kamu together with her acting cast Samuel Kamu, Iloahefaiva Selu and Saale Ilaua have crafted together a show that will have …
Benson Wilson will host an evening of decadent musical delights in order to raise funds for his final year at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London UK. The event will have special guest artists, Isabella Moore, the 2014 Lexus Song Quest winner and Thomas Atkins, the Wellington raised Royal Opera House Young …
One For The Pacific’ benefit concert is being held to raise funds for the nations of Tonga, Samoa and Fiji
Albert Mateni. Inspired by the struggles of everyday life. Hearts of Men is told through the eyes of young Tongan teenager Tevita and his dream to win gold
Caught up in Cyclone Tita, Dorothy and her dog Koko wound up in Munchkinland. To get home safely back to Māngere, the duo must locate the Wizard in the Emerald City – Ōtāhuhu
The ASB Polyfest is an iconic Auckland festival filled with colour and culture. It celebrates its 43rd Anniversary in 2018 from the 14-17 March at the Manukau Sports Bowl. The festival is the largest Maori & Pacific Islands Festival in the world, and features traditional music, dance and speech from Auckland secondary school students. It …
For Two Days Lock into one of the worlds biggest Pacific Festival, Experience island life in the Pacific, at the 2018 Pasifika Festival. Two days, 11 islands, and an amazing selection sight, color and sound. Pasifika Auckland began in 1992 and has grown into Auckland’s biggest cultural events. It is a truly unique experience you …
Haere mai ki te rā whakanui i te Tiriti o Waitangi ka tū ki Manukau. Nau mai ki te pōwhiri, ka timata a te 9 karaka. Haria mai he kai, whakarongo ki ngā reo reka o Maisey Rika rātou ko Rootz Konekt, Sweet Echo, RnR Music me ētehi atū. Whakatau atū ki te pā, kaingia …
Tāmaki Makaurau’s unique Māori history, heritage and contemporary culture will be centre stage at the Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival on Auckland’s waterfront from Saturday 27 – Monday 29 January 2018 (Auckland Anniversary Weekend). Enjoy three days of traditional and contemporary Māori culture, including: – performances from Māori musicians – top kapa haka groups – wander …
Hakapiri mai, Hakatata mai! – Ngāpuhi Festival 2018 happening in Whangārei! The festival’s theme of ‘ko au te wai, ko te wai ko au / I am the water and the water is me, make sure to bring your togs and towel to ride the giant waterslide! Over 100 food, craft and information stalls, FREE …
Love to Dance, Come and Join us, Our kids learn the art of Pacific movement and culture through dance. Whare Koa House Robertson Road Mangere East Every Thursday 5.30pm – 6.30pm 2yrs – 7yrs 6.15pm – 7.10pm 8yrs – 12yrs 7.15pm – 8.10pm 13yrs and older Visit: TevaeruaOTeRangi
A two day school holiday performance workshop for children aged 5-16years and registration is essential (maximum number of participants is 60). The participants will be taught the story of Tuna and Fata through performance. By the end of this two day workshop the kids will present a 3-4 minute dance piece. The theme of school …
The Wellington Pasifika Festival attracts over 15,000 people each year. The festival highlights our tight-knit Pacific communities, our arts, cultural and political landscape. Experience the sights, sounds and flavours of the wider Pacific right here in Wellington. There will be delicious food to buy, free family-friendly activities, and performances by traditional and contemporary Pacific artists. …
Mirror Mirror is an outrageous twist on the children’s story Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, performed with a South Auckland flavour. When wicked Queen B discovers her, stepdaughter Snowy has become an internet sensation because of her angelic singing, it drives her into a jealous rage. To reclaim her fame and power, Queen B …
Free cooking classes, Mum’s Kitchen Rules, are available for Māori and Pacific mums living in Counties Manukau. For pregnant women or families of children up to two years. Places will go quickly. Three workshops 15 March, 22 March and 29 March 2017 10am – 12noon Manukau City Baptist Church 9 Lambie Drive Papatoetoe. To register …
Join us at Drum Line, a fun family friendly music event celebrating drumming from around the world. See some of Auckland’s best drummers showing off their stuff, or take part in workshops and have a go at drumming from Japan, West Africa, Tahiti, The Cook Islands and Aotearoa! Drumming groups clockwise from top left: Haere …
Get ready to Dance!!! Your chance to indulge in the beautiful Tahitian culture has finally arrived! Moena Maiotui are returning to New Zealand and for the first time and Australia!! Providing you with the Beautiful “Ori Tahiti” Tahitian Dance Workshops Auckland, NZ SATURDAY 22 APRIL 2017 – Otara Music Art Centre – 10am – 1:00pm …
Held at Papatoetoe Library they’ve got your next fun-filled family night is already planned! Bring along your family and enjoy the performances, songs and music of Pacifica. all FREE and all WELCOME. come and share the pasifika spirit this month. Wednesday 29 March, 5.30pm – 6.30pm. FREE. Family activity. for more info visit http://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/EN/Events/Events/Pages/pasifika2017southeast
Manukau Library will be hosting FREE arts and crafts this month. It sure is FUN to be polyneisian! make and create you own colourful Leis and bookmarks. you will also have an opportunity to learn about flower design – the island way ! come on down with the kids for a fulfilled saturday. all for …
Have you ever wanted to Learn how to play the Ukulele??? well of course you have!!! All are welcome to come on down to Mangere Town Centre library on Tuesday 14 March. They will be doing a full hour FREE session at 4pm – 5pm all about how you can start playing this LOVED instrument …
Hosted by Mangere Arts Centre – Ngā Tohu o Uenuku This exhibition is a world premiere of a brand new photography series by Emily Mafile’o, which celebrates the 150th Anniversary of Tupou College Toloa in Tonga. The series takes you on a unique journey back to Toloa to honour a beloved school, alongside its past-pupils, …
MOTAT is opening its gates to part of the MOTAT 1 site** for a special Pasifika themed event to help celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Pasifika Festival. With free entry to the event area, MOTAT will be hosting an entertainment stage by Cropper Lawn with a DJ and more entertainment with other performances. Visitors …
Heartland host Annie Whittle visits Pātea, and finds the town in rehearsal for the story of its own life. A decade in the making, Poi E – The Musical chronicles Pātea’s triumphs and tragedies following the closure of the Pātea Freezing Works in 1982. Whittle talks to Dalvanius Prime — the musician behind both the …
In 2017, we will celebrate 42 years of the ASB Polyfest. Over 90,000 people attended the festival, with over 9000 students performing on stage in 228 groups from 64 Auckland schools. Cook Islands, Maori, Niue, Samoan, Tongan, and the Diversity stage which features cultures such as Chinese, Fijian, Tokelau, Indian, Korean and Sri Lankan. ASB Polyfest …
The iconic Pasifika Festival is celebrating its 25th birthday in 2017 and we have something very special planned! More details will be announced by early February. Pasifka is renowned for its relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere. Western Springs Park is the ideal setting for this family friendly event. There really is something for everyone. There are …
Pacific Dance New Zealand delivers this 2-week summer workshop. Participants will work to build new dances for an end of programme presentation at Te Oro. Participants will take part in movement and dance workshops with music from the pacific, hip hop and street styles. This programme is a free event for school students to learn …
Photo by Mikel Taylor (Waitangi Day 2014. ) Celebrate national day with friends and whānau at Waitangi Park. There will be kai and kapa haka, live music to keep you entertained. Te Rā o Waitangi Monday 6 February 2017 2 noon–6pm, Waitangi Park Wellington waterfront For Information Click:TeRāoWaitangi
The Pasifika Film Festival is coming to New Zealand Over 20 Amazing Pasifika Films! AUCKLAND Wednesday 15TH February 2017 Sunday 19TH February 2017 WELLINGTON Thursday 23RD February Sunday 26TH February 2017 (Ticket and venue info to be announced shortly. For more Information Click:Pasifika Film Fest
Defiant dance, big bold beats and a story of love. The dynamic and heady world of Hana and Ihia. Will the promise the young lovers made to each other withstand the temptations of the modern world?
Coconut Grove is coming back to KRoad for one night of music, food and entertainment on the KRoad Motorway overpass!
This event is presented by Tautai Contemporary Pacific Arts Trust as part of its 30-year anniversary celebrations. Celebrate the city’s unique Pacific identity and the vibrant neighbourhoods of K Road and Ponsonby. Join in the Fia Fia Night on Friday for a wildly fun, sophisticated evening bringing together the essential ingredients of a Fia Fia …
To celebrate Urbanesia, the gallery will be hosting two exhibitions. The first, Open Brief, includes artists Lana Lopesi, Siliga Setoga, Natasha Matila-Smith, UNIFORM, Asinate Moa, Malia Urale, Catherine Hunt and Johnson Witihera. The second is a solo exhibition by Salome Tanuvasa. Urban Legends endeavours to create meaningful connections through the activation of urban spaces using …
Te Oro hosts a free open day of arts, crafts and live performances, drawing attention to the importance of the natural world to Pacific cultures with a special focus on moving image, film and theatre works. PolyCultural Storm includes the New Zealand premiere of Holding On, a 2015 work made in Tuvalu by Samoan video …
Join in on the creation of a rich community art story about Manurewa. let local photographers from the ManaRewa Collective take your family photo or a single portrait, as the first part of a much bigger exhibition project. Saturday 19 November 2016 2pm–7pm Nathan Homestead, 70 Hill Rd, Manurewa Cost: Free Suitable for: All ages …
Script to Screen, Ngā Aho Whakaari and PIFT present the 2016 South Auckland Short Film Workshop – a free two-day workshop that will give you everything you need to know to make a short film. Over one weekend, four experienced filmmakers will guide you through each stage of the filmmaking process – from the initial …
An Inaugural OLA Pacifica Fashion Show is a free community event brought to you by P.A.C.I.F.I.C.A Tamaki branch. Celebrating life through the art of fashion and supporting emerging Pacifica designers. Where inspiration is taken from our traditional Pacifica where we modernize and express ourselves through ways. You will be hosted by the Glamours Diva herself …
The Wellington Pasifika Festival attracts over 15,000 people each year. It’s a standout event in both the Wellington regional, and the national calendar. Applications for stall holders Wellington Pasifika Festival 2017 is Now Open. The Date for Wellington Pasifika Festival is Monday 23 January (Wellington Anniversary weekend). Cut off date for applications is 3 October …
THE CONCH AND TOUR-MAKERS PRESENT THE WHITE GUITAR Directed by Nina Nawalowalo and Jim Moriarty Renowned hip-hop artist Scribe features with his father John and brother Matthias in this new play – the true story of their family, the Luafutus. A Samoan grandmother’s dream of a better life in New Zealand collides with the reality …
Kids Corner : What will you be going in the holidays? Hi-5 House Hits, bringing all of your favourite Hi-5 songs this October school holidays. And due to popular demand Hi-5 have announced more dates and new venues on their tour of New Zealand! You will learn how to do the coolest Hi-5 dance moves …
Meremere is a performance autobiography featuring the extraordinary stories and talents of Rodney Bell (Ngati Maniapoto), who left Aotearoa 12 years ago to pursue a career in integrated dance on the international stage. Meremere powerfully layers movement, music, projected imagery and documentary footage to bring his stories to life in an hour-long work. His experiences, …
KATERINA FATUPAITO | JAHRA RAGER | TUPUA TIGAFUA | NIKKI UPOKO Representing the islands of Fiji, Cook Islands and Samoa, rising choreographers Katerina Fatupaito, Jahara Rager, Tupua Tigafua and Nikki Upoko share their newest creations that blend the traditional with the contemporary. Originally presented as part of the Pacific Dance Festival, Tempo is proud to …
A striking new dance production by (meaning ancient god) is a taboo movement response to the ancestral protectors from the heathen past of Fiji. Our VU is steadfast with and against us. Reminiscing on the sacred offerings we possess, each dancer’s VU travels through their mind and soul to relinquish the reality of protection and …
If you are interested in bringing a group of pre-schoolers to see the exhibition and or/ to partake in a creative workshop with renowned Tongan Tapa artist Sulieti Fieme’a Burrows Wednesday 14th September 10am – 11.30am Free Contact:Anna Rae Gallery Coordinator [email protected]
Following the success of the National Maori Theatre Hui in Wellington in November 2015, Toi Maori Aotearoa, along with Taki Rua, are pleased to be supporting a 2016 hui to be held in Auckland from 16 – 18 September 2016. The hui is an opportunity for Māori Theatre Practitioners from around Aotearoa to gather and …
A FREE LIVE MUSIC EVENT Opening evening – celebrating pacific music. Introducing all Events and Hosts for the events. Wednesday 24th August 2016 6:30pm The Creative Souls Project HQ Avondale Intermediate School 12 Holly St Avondale Auckland Preschool Pacific Song Sessions at Avondale, Blockhouse Bay and New Lynn public Libraries. Pacific song and traditional instrument …
A fresh and exciting tour that honours all that Matariki encompasses, celebrating community & culture, whānau & respect, growth & change, action & new beginnings! This concert tour offers a truly unique and intimate night of live music from a line-up of Aotearoa’s top female vocalists, featuring the legendary Betty-Anne Monga, Annie Crummer and Maisey …
In celebration of Cook Islands Language Week we warmly invite you and your family to a special viewing of taunga (treasures) from Auckland Museum’s Cook Islands collection. As part of the Pacific Collection Access Project, the project to bring these precious items out of storage for cataloguing and conservation work has been named and blessed …
(This event is a follow up event to “Are You my Bro?” featuring Hone Harawira from the Mana Party) This Years Guests: Mary Aue: Coconut Wireless Founder, Mary will discuss mobilisation of her media platform for community events, Pressing Issues e.g. Climate Change, West Papua. Exploring tools to use media to raise awareness and also …
Six young actors will draw on their own whakapapa to capture what it means to grow up here, now, in Aotearoa,looking at their Whakapapa, NZ as an island nation and their own experience of NZ today. There are three pasifik ladies on board for this show; Jes’mine Amor-Maria Palaaia- 21, Denyce Su’a- 23, and Sieni …
Part of the Pacific Dance Festival Fatu na Toto By Le Moana and Tupe Lualua “A picture is painted of a migrant family living in suburbia and the contributing influences that affect the family and the impact that they have on the generation being raised in this environment.” This show sold out in previous Auckland …
A new festival brings Pacific contemporary dance to the floor at Mangere Arts Centre (June 13 – June 18) bringing to fruition an idea years in development by Pacific Dance New Zealand. Bringing together an array of choreographers who have previously taken part in the *Pacific Dance Choreographic Laboratory (2009 – 2015), the festival provides …
The Pacific Wave 2016 – Prosperous Futures through Technology aims to discover how the use of technology can create and improve the livelihood and wellbeing of the region’s communities Friday, 10 June 2016 6.00 PM Aotea Centre 50 Mayoral Drive Auckland Auckland New Zealand www.pacificwaveconference.co.nz
The wairua, or spirit, of Palmerston North’s domestic neighbourhoods is captured in an innovative video by emerging artist Terri Te Tau. The work, which involves projecting videos of the streets into the darkened interior of a Suzuki van, is part of the artist’s research into surveillance culture of Aotearoa. 7 June 2016 9.00 AM Mangere …
Pacific Language weeks , join in on learning a Pacific Language. Samoa Sunday 29 May – Saturday 4 June 2016 Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 27 July – 2 August 2015. Cook Islands Sunday 31 July – Saturday 6 August 2016 Tonga Sunday 4 September – Saturday 10 September 2016 Tuvalu Sunday 25 September …
The 2016 Vodafone Pacific Music Awards celebrates the best in Pacific music. The live show will showcase the 2016 finalists and special tribute performances from our emerging to established Pacific artists. It is a one-of-a-kind show and the biggest night of Pacific music in Aotearoa. Thursday, June 9 2016 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM Vodafone …
Image: Tep Tok (Nata Richards and Julia Mageau Gray, 2015). A screening of two documentaries on Tattoo traditions in Papua New Guinea and Samoa. Talofa lava | Kia orana | Malo e lelei | Fakaalofa lahi atu | Bula vinaka | Namaste | Malo ni | Halo ‘ola keta | Mauri | Fakatalofa atu | …
MATARIKI FESTIVAL 2016 CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS CLOSING DATE 5TH FEBRUARY 2016 INTRODUCTION Matariki Festival heralds the Māori New Year in Tāmaki Makaurau. It is New Zealand’s premier Māori Winter Festival that provides a window into Te Ao Māori through stories, entertainment, discussions, performance, food and art. The festival provides an opportunity to create an environment …