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Keeping indigenous languages alive
In this episode of Voices; we look at 2019 being the International Year of Indigenous Languages. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
AudioLatin American Fiesta - Next big thing?
In this episode of Voices; Latin American celebrations could be the next big drawcard for the region. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
AudioPolyfest preparations underway early
In this episode of Voices; preparations begin early for the annual cultural festival, Polyfest in Auckland city. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
AudioPoets pen verse on migration
In this episode of Voices, migrants share their own migration journeys in creative ways. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
AudioMigrant's Christmas in Aotearoa
In this episode of Voices; we find out how different migrants celebrate Christmas. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
AudioChinese embassy disputes claims of disappearing Uyghurs
The Chinese Embassy in NZ is disputing allegations made by Uyghurs living here that many of their friends and families are disappearing from their homeland back in China's Xinjiang region.
The Golden Gamer
In this episode of Voices; we meet a New Zealand Chinese migrant who is making waves on the gaming scene both here and in China. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
AudioMigrants and water safety
In this episode of Voices; we look at water safety and efforts to improve water competencies for migrants. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
AudioChina's disappearing Uyghurs
In this episode of Voices; we chat to some Uyghurs who claim persecution and human rights violations by China is rife and there are warnings for New Zealand to be careful. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
… AudioNepal and New Zealand ties strengthen
In this episode of Voices; we look at our growing ties with Nepal and upcoming plans for Sir Edmund Hillary's centenary in 2019. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
AudioGreek squiggles benefit victims of violence
In this episode of Voices; we look at a Greek artist's work helping to raise money for Women's Refuge. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
AudioThe desk that's not really a desk
Except for the morning star flag hanging above it, the 'West Papua solidarity' desk' at the First Union office in Onehunga blends in with the other office furniture. But to indigenous Papuans like…
AudioWarm up for Diwali with Navratri
The lively Hindu festival of Navratri – in which worshippers celebrate the Hindu warrior goddess, Durga – has been drawing bigger and bigger Kiwi in the last couple of decades. Navratri is a nine-day…
AudioNZ's K-Pop Factor
In this episode of Voices; we focus on the competitive side of K-Pop in Auckland. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
Video, AudioSamoan comic and professional wrestler is his own superhero.
In this episode of Voices; a Samoan migrant makes a career out of his childhood passions for comic books and wrestling. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
AudioWallis and Futuna dancer takes up NZ residency
A Wallis and Futuna master dancer in New Zealand hopes to broaden people's perspectives on traditional Uvean dance. Steev Laufilitoga Maka is midway through the Pacific Dance Artist residency at...
Mixed reaction to news 'the Rock' to play Hawaiian King
For Samoan actor, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, his dream has just come true, having been cast as the lead role in a Hollywood film about Hawaii's King Kamehameha. Audio
Renowned Samoan academic awarded Emeritus Professor title
Tagaloatele Peggy Fairbairn-Dunlop's philosophy is that there is always work to be done. "I guess when I look back, where did the years go? But you do have to move... Audio
Crew take on traditional navigation voyage from NZ to Norfolk Island
Crew take on traditional navigation voyage from NZ to Norfolk Island Video
NZ Pacific Arts Strategy nearing completion
The Creative New Zealand Pacific Arts Strategy is close to being completed this month for launch in September.
Historical artefacts wheeled out to celebrate Kiribati independence
Kiribati ancestral artefacts dating back a century were put out on display as part of language week celebrations in New Zealand this week.
Former Labour MP leads Pacific honours list
A former Labour MP leads the list of Pacific people recognised in this years Queens Birthday Honours list in New Zealand.
Call for calm and compensation after brawl in Samoa
The Samoan community is still reeling from last weekend's unrest on the island of Savaii.
A lifetime award for the soundtrack of generations of Samoans
Generations of Samoans have grown up listening to the music of Punialava'a, a sextet that has churned out many hit songs over 50 years.
A time to shine for Tonga's silenced leitis
The struggle for more acceptance and tolerance of transgender and LGBT communities within largely religious and conservative Pacific communities has been highlighted in a new film winning the hearts… Video