Podcasts about pacific days

Pulotu Peta Si'ulepa is the Founder/Producer and Festival Director of the Samoana Jazz & Arts Festival - 2Samoas, as well as the co-owner of FADEZIGN - an Architectural Design, General Contractor and Consultancy firm based and operating in American Samoa since 2017. Pulotu joins us now on Pacific Days to share her business journey, as part of our weekly Pasifika Business Talanoa. You can contact Pulotu on: peta4jazz@gmail.com or peta.fadezign@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're joined now by Sariah Magaoa, from the University of Auckland on Pacific Days, to talk about her research project looking at Vagahau Niue among the Niue youth of New Zealand.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our Fijian language Week celebrations on Pacific Days, we welcome Ps Victor Morrison, from the AOG in Otahuhu, who will lead our devotion this afternoon. Vinaka vakalevu Talatala.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our Fijian language Week celebrations on Pacific Days, we welcome back Rev Atu Lagi, Assistant National Superintendent (Pastoral Care) Wesleyan Methodist Church of New Zealand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday 1st of October, was the International Day of Older Persons. Established by the UN in 1990, International Day of Older Persons raises awareness about issues affecting the elderly.  It is also a day to appreciate the contributions that older people make to society. Director of the office for seniors Diane Turner joins us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our celebrations of Fijian Language Week 2021 on Pacific Days, we're joined now by Maikali Cruz Baleinavetau Caudre, administrator for the Fiji history Instagram and Facebook pages.  Maikali was born and raised in Sydney Australia, licensed minister with the United Pentecostal church of Australia, Justice of the Peace in the State of New South Wales, Ran in the 2016 Federal Elections coming 4th in the seat of Hughes,  Favourite saying is “ A foolish person will build walls but a wise person will build bridges” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ps Eroni Dau Rabo, from the South Auckland Fijian AOG in Otahuhu, joins us now on Pacific Days, to lead our Monday devotion, as part of Fijian Language Week celebrations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our celebrations of Tuvalu Language Week 2021 on Pacific Days, we're joined now by Dr Manuila Tausi, Principal Research  Analyst with the Ministry for Pacific People & Tuvalu Community Leader in Levin & Otaki.  Dr Manuila was born on the island of Banaba in Kiribati & lived on Nanumaga as a child & attended Motufoua secondary school on Vaitupu. He completed secondary education in New Zealand at St Andrews college in Christchurch & then continued with tertiary studies in Statistics at Canterbury University (1986-1988). Dr Manuila returned home to work in the Planning Office (1989), before continuing his education with a Masters degree in Applied Science at RMIT in Melbourne Australia (1990-1992). He worked in Tuvalu as the Government Statistician (1992-1997), before pursuing a PhD at Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada and also worked for 2 years in a research project (1997-2004). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our celebrations of Tuvalu Language Week 2021 today on Pacific Days, we're joined now by Hermina Hotesi & Riiti Conway from the Tuvalu community in Dunedin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every week on Pacific Days we speak with Pasifika business owners & entrepreneurs, as part of our Pasifika Business Talanoa.  Today, we are joined by business owner of Amy's Party Hire, Teakau Amy Tevasa Bourke. Amy's Party Hire or APH for short, supplies a range of amenities to provide the appropriate setting for events and celebrations. APH offers an affordable cost on top of quality, by providing heavy duty marquee that come in different sizes, chairs, tables, and other equipment, ensuring people get the best comfort and durability for any celebratory event or special occasion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we begin our celebrations of Tuvalu Language Week 2021 today on Pacific Days, we're joined now by Uelese Malaga, President of the Tuvalu Auckland Community Trust. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minister for Pacific Peoples, Hon Aupito Toesulusulu Tofae Su'a William Sio, joins us now on Pacific Days for our regular talanoa.  Vaccination rates amongst our Pacific Communities currently. Vaccination events in Mangere for Cook Islands, Niue & Samoa communities. New Zealand donating additional Pfizer vaccines to the Pacific. 90% vaccination goal for eligible Aucklanders. Tuvalu Language Week 2021 kicks off this Sunday. Sad news of the passing of Former Labour Party minister Taito Phillip Field, former M.P. for Mangere yesterday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the Fofo'anga 'o Aotearoa Incorporated Society has been hosting the 'Four Golden Threads'  Tongan Language and Music Serieson Zoom & Facebook live, as part of Tongan Language Week celebrations 2021.  The ‘Fa Kave'i Koula ' Tongan Language and Music Series is a 'talanoa' spread across four evening sessions that has been outlining the  importance and relevance of Faka'apa'apa (Respect), Tauhi Va (Reciprocity), Mamahi'i me'a (Perseverance) and Loto to (Humility) in equipping our Tongan community to achieve success in all areas of their lives. Each night has had its own theme and special guest speakers, along with musical performances. Josaih Koloamatangi from the Fofo'anga 'o Aotearoa Incorporated Society joins us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The FijiVillage reported on Monday that seven politicians who were taken in for questioning by officers from the Criminal Investigations Department & subsequently all had been released.  Acting Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu says they were taken in for questioning in relation to their statements on the Bill to amend the iTaukei Land Trust Act.  Meanwhile, the Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission is liaising with Police on its investigations pertaining to the members of Parliament.  Unity Fiji Party Leader Savenaca Narube joins us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the weekend, Tagata Pasifika shared the story of Luka Gibb, the victim of a coward punch in April earlier this year.  Luka is currently staying at a rehabilitation centre, learning to walk & talk again, having suffered a brain injury. Luka, along with his wife Gene, share their experience with Brian on Pacific Days.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Survivors of abuse from the Pacific community continue giving evidence before the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry 'Tulou - Our Pacific Voices: Tatala e Pulonga' public hearing which runs until this Friday 30th July at the Fale o Samoa in Mangere, Auckland. We continue our coverage on Pacific Days sharing some of the evidence from Pasifika abuse survivors. Today Rachael Umaga. Rachael Umaga is of Samoan descent. She gave evidence about her experiences as a patient in psychiatric units in Wellington.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Survivors of abuse from the Pacific community continue giving evidence before the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry 'Tulou - Our Pacific Voices: Tatala e Pulonga' public hearing which runs until this Friday 30th July at the Fale o Samoa in Mangere, Auckland. We continue our coverage on Pacific Days sharing some of the evidence from Pasifika abuse survivors. Today Ms Tu.  Ms TU is of Samoan heritage. She was adopted out at birth and placed with a Palagi family.  Ms TU shares her adoption story, the impacts of the disconnection from her Samoan heritage and cultural roots, and the abuse and neglect she suffered in her adoption placement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AhMoa (‘Aholelei He Mo'unga ‘O Aotearoa) is a Tongan Performing Arts School based in Auckland which focuses, as per it's mantra on Preserving the Tongan culture through performing arts. Tala tuku fakaholo. AHMOA's Head Punake/Tutor Litea Aholelei has been in the industry since 2008. But her journey in traditional Tongan dance goes back to when she was 3. Litea ‘Aholelei joins us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AhMoa (‘Aholelei He Mo'unga ‘O Aotearoa) is a Tongan Performing Arts School based in Auckland which focuses, as per it's mantra on Preserving the Tongan culture through performing arts. Tala tuku fakaholo. AHMOA's Head Punake/Tutor Litea Aholelei has been in the industry since 2008. But her journey in traditional Tongan dance goes back to when she was 3. Litea ‘Aholelei joins us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Survivors of abuse from the Pacific community continued giving evidence before the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry yesterday at the  public hearing, 'Tulou - Our Pacific Voices: Tatala e Pulonga' which runs until the 30th July at the Fale o Samoa in Mangere, Auckland. Everyday on Pacific Days we're sharing testimonies of survivors. Today we share some of the evidence from Joana Oldham, as told to Sonja Cooper, legal counsel assist on day three.   Joanna Oldham is of Tongan and Palangi descent. She was unaware of her Tongan ethnicity or culture growing up and speaks about the racism experienced within her family. Joanna shares her experience of sexual abuse by a Reverend of the Anglican Church, followed by placements in various care settings including family homes, foster homes, and State residences including Kingslea Girls Home where she experienced many forms of abuse.  Due to the sensitive nature of Joanna's testimony, discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Survivors of abuse from the Pacific community continued giving evidence before the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry yesterday at the  public hearing, 'Tulou - Our Pacific Voices: Tatala e Pulonga' which runs until the 30th July at the Fale o Samoa in Mangere, Auckland. Everyday on Pacific Days we're sharing some of the evidence from survivors. Today a statement from Pulotu Solomon.  Pulotu was a watchman at Owairaka Boys' home in 1962, when he was 26 years old. He witnessed abuse and was told to stay silent. He is now 77 years old, and this is the first time he has publicly shared what he witnessed at Owairaka. He has come forward to support the voices of survivors. His daughter, Tupe Solomon-Tanoa'i, read his statement on his behalf.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minister for Pacific Peoples, Hon Aupito Toesulusulu Tofae Su'a William Sio, joins us now on Pacific Days for our fortnightly talanoa as follows:  Kiribati Language Week 2021. A new date for the Dawn Raids formal apology has been set.  Fono with Pacific leadership and the Minister of Finance, Hon Grant Robertson, Deputy Prime Minister with your ministerial colleagues Carmel Sepuloni & Poto Williams, along with members of Labour's Pacific Caucus in Auckland.  'Tulou - Our Pacific Voices: Tatala e Pulonga' public hearing which begins on Monday 19th July at Fale o Samoa in Mangere.  Visit to HMNZS Wellington, prior to it's departure for Tokelau.  Death of former Premier of Niue, Hon Frank Fakaotimanava Lui, who died over the weekend gone.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Te Awamutu Manager, Jessica Brown,  joins us now on Pacific Days, as part of the CAB 50th Anniversary celebrations.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Tuesday on Pacific Days, we're joined by incredible Pasifika business owners/entrepreneurs, to share their journey in business. Joining us today is sole director and licensed electrician, Teweti Toare of RTT Trading Limited. Teweti wears many hats as a contractor and subcontractor, specializing in electrical services and smart meter installations. Teweti works across the board as an electrician in domestic, commercial, and industrial maintenance. Residing in Invercargill and in celebration of Kiribati Language week, we welcome Kiribati born Teweti Toare. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our celebrations of Kiribati language week 2021 on Pacific Days, we're joined now by Baue Rebeiariki, Pacific Council Leader at Manurewa High School, and proud I Kiribati.  Baue moved to New Zealand 4 years ago. Baue is featured in one of our PMN video's celebrating Kiribati language week 2021, which, since being posted, has already been viewed over 9k times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Long-time Ma'ohi Nui independence, anti-nuclear activist and leader Oscar Temaru and supporters are organizing a national day of action for July 17th, 2021 in Tahiti.  Mr Temaru's day of action will call for 3 key demands.  Organizers in Aotearoa have responded and are organizing a solidarity rally in Auckland, at 12pm July 18th, 2021. This rally in Auckland is a solidarity action in support of Mr Temaru's 3 key demands. An invite goes out to all peoples from this part of the Moana Nui a Hiva to stand in solidarity with the Ma'ohi Nui people in their time of need.  This solidarity rally will occur at the same time as the day of action in Tahiti.  Solidarity rally in Auckland 18th July organisers Enna Manuireva & Tony Fala join us on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our celebrations of Solomon Islands Language week 2021 on Pacific Days, we're joined now by Fr Robert Fekafu Santa - Anglican Church of Melanesia, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu & New Caledonia, as well as a PhD candidate in Theology See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foundation North partners with grantees and other funders to achieve projects of greater scale and impact for the communities of Auckland and Northland aiming to create significant positive change through supporting innovative projects and practices.  Foundation North has introduced a new initiative Pacific Future Makers, in partnership with the Ministry of Youth, targeting Maori & Pasifika Youth.  Foundation North South Auckland Engagement Advisors Rebecca So'e & Albert Scott join us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our celebrations of Solomon Islands Language week 2021 on Pacific Days, we're joined now by Jeremy Saeniasi: Solomon Islands Youth leader from Hamilton. Jeremy is a 19 year old from Makira and Guadalcanal in the Solomon Islands. He moved to NZ when he was 11 months in 2003, the oldest of 3 siblings, he is currently in his first year at Wintec studying physiotherapy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Tuesday on Pacific Days, we're joined by incredible Pasifika business owners/entrepreneurs, to share their journey in business.  Today, we're joined by business director Sonny Natanielu of Sonny Natanielu Consultancy. Although Sonny is currently in the start-up phase of his consultation agency, he has provided consultation services regarding culture and Pacific history with future projects & plans in the making.  Using his experience and academic background, Sonny hopes to provide leadership training and tools for Pacific competency. With a growing knack for learning, Sonny is looking to further his studies and research around this area in hopes to provide more for his business's future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our celebrations of Solomon Islands Language week 2021 on Pacific Days, we're joined now by Leonora Houma Linguist and President of Waikato Solomon Islands Community. Leonora currently works at K'aute Pasifka Trust in Hamilton as Pacific Wellbeing Coordinator (Providing wellbing support  for RSE Workers in MIQF). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minister for Pacific Peoples, Hon Aupito Toesulusulu Tofae Su'a William Sio joins us now on Pacific Days for our regular talanoa. Today: Update on Dawn Raids formal apology re: new date. Healthy Homes initiative speech in Otara this morning. Pacific Community Health Fund.  Maur Lelei.  New Ministry for Ethnic communities launched yesterday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The big double header this Saturday at MT Smart Stadium from 4:30pm will see Ikale Tahi Tonga taking on the might of the All Blacks & Manu Samoa taking on the Maori All Blacks as part of the Steinlager series.  Joining us now on Pacific Days to talanoa about this Saturday's double header is former All Black Pita Alatini. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Whangarei Coordinator, Amy Nicholson,  joins us now on Pacific Days, as part of the CAB 50th Anniversary celebrations.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Tuesday on Pacific Days, we're joined by incredible Pasifika business owners/entrepreneurs, to share their journey in business.  Today we are joined by Joining us today is co-owner and shareholder of 48Boutique Ltd, Jordayna Langi. 48Boutique is a family project, born from a passionate pursuit in instilling Pasifika connections to lifetime pieces. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roger Betham, personal trainer & founder of Betham Fitness, joins us now on Pacific Days for more on his services, as well as sharing his health & fitness journey.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our celebration of the Polynesian Panther Party's 50th anniversary on Pacific Days, we're joined by Makelesi Ngata, the next generation of Polynesian Panthers. NZ born Tongan, Makeles is from a family of eight siblings & grew up in Glen Innes. She attended the Tongan Methodist Church (Takahemonu) & also studied at Trinity Theological College. Heavily involved and supported the Glen Innes Housing Group protesting against the gentrification of Glen Innes. In 2013 Makelesi stood as a candidate for Glen Innes local board & in 2014 stood as a candidate for Mana in the Upper Harbour electorate.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Volunteer Week 2021 runs from June 20-26. This year's theme is Recognise, Connect, Reimagine. More than 1million people across Aotearoa say they volunteer for an organisation, contributing $4billion to the economy. Much more happens within communities and between people, and increasingly, in different ways.  Michelle Kitney, Chief Executive of Volunteering New Zealand joins us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Tuesday on Pacific Days, we're joined by incredible Pasifika business owners/entrepreneurs, to share their journey in business.  Today we are joined by co-founder & managing director of Failoa Famili Charitable Trust Naomi Saluni Tavau.  Naomi along with other Pasifika community women have brought to life Failoa Famili, a charitable trust that provides hope and motivation with a mission to help make a positive difference for families in their community.  Failoa Famili trust have formed various partnerships, programs and services that address the social and economic disparity Pasifika families face.  Descent from the island of Samoa & Tonga, and residing in Wellington, we welcome Naomi Saluni Tavau. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naku Enei Tamariki Inc (NET) is a not-for-profit agency with three community teams that focus on specific service provision to Maori, Pacific, Pakeha and all other communities.  Vesi Leilua-Toilolo, is the project Coordinator for Anofale Faatupu Ola Pasifika Antenatal Support Programme at Naku Enei Tamariki Inc. She joins us now on Pacific Days to tell us more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John & Fee Mann (and baby Tomasi) from D65 Fitness, join us now on Pacific Days, to talanoa about the importance of time in your health & wellbeing journey.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrate Māori New Year in Tāmaki Makaurau with Matariki Festival 2021, from 19 June to 11 July 2021. Celebrate the start of the festival and herald the Māori new year alongside our iwi manaaki for 2021, at Takaparawhau / Bastion Point for the Matariki Dawn Karakia. Emily Trent, Head of Arts Culture & Heritage with Auckland Council joins us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Creative New Zealand's Playmarket Pasifika Script Advisor Residency 2021 is a new initiative under the Pacific Arts Strategy 2018 – 2023 to grow script advisor skills to develop powerful Pasifika stories for the stage and performing arts. Manager, Pacific Arts Kawika Aipa at Creative New Zealand joins us now on Pacific Days for more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Tuesday on Pacific Days, we're joined by incredible Pasifika business owners/entrepreneurs, to share their journey in business.  We're joined now by musician and songstress Sonny Southon whom some of you may know as the voice behind hit track ‘Falling Through a Cloud'. Sonny has led a really exciting life as a singer/songwriter, in which she continues now as a founder & owner of The Music Seeds.  Becoming a mindset coach for artists in the making, Sonny has set up The Music Seeds in hopes of helping musicians establish themselves in the Pacific, NZ Music Industry, and international stage. For more on The Music Seeds: www.themusicseeds.com https://www.instagram.com/themusicseeds/ https://www.sonnysouthon.co.nz/ https://twitter.com/sonnysouthon?lang=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonnysouthon/?originalSubdomain=nz https://www.instagram.com/sonnysouthon/?hl=en See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Andrea Teng, Senior Research Fellow, University of Otago Wellington, joins us now on Pacific Days for more on her research on sugary drink taxes, recently published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health. To read the research in full go to: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34097355/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teresa Stanley from Drowning Prevention Auckland Research and Development Team joins us now on Pacific Days, to share her findings about drowning risk among Pasifika and Maori adults. To read more of Teresa's research please click the following: Stanley, T., & Moran, K. (2018). Self-estimates of swimming and rescue competence, and the perceptions of the risk of drowning among minority groups in New Zealand – lifesaving or life threatening? Journal of Education and Human Development, 7(1), 82-91. http://jehdnet.com/journals/jehd/Vol_7_No_1_March_2018/10.pdf See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Christchurch Manager, Kate Verpoorten,  joins us now on Pacific Days, as part of the CAB 50th Anniversary celebrations.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Tuesday on Pacific Days, we're joined by incredible Pasifika business owners/entrepreneurs, to share their journey in business.  Joining us today in studio, is Sole Director of Manatua Promotions & Consultancy, Faumuinā Jep Savali.  With his great experience in the industry, Faumuinā has developed Manatua as a company that offers services in promotions and events that advocates and delivers end to end events and entertainment.  By providing artists and owners with assistance and advice on various aspects, Jep leads Manatua company with the goal of creating a positive See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Sagala from Pacific Days spoke with the Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand, this morning on Pacific Mornings for a talanoa on the following: Overview of meeting with PM of Australia Scott Morrison in Queenstown. The ongoing political stalemate in Samoa.  Wellbeing Budget.  Dawn Raids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Seulupe Falaniko Tomoniko Deputy Chair of Auckland Museum's Pacific Advisory Group, joins us now on Pacific Days for a talanoa, about an unpublished tusi faʻalupega or collection of Sāmoan chiefly titles and village salutations, compiled in 1902 - “Samoa o le Vavau Book 1”, which is now available online to download - https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/collections-research/collections/record/am_library-manuscriptsandarchives-1277  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Va'ai Nah Folasa, journalist with Eyespy Radio in Samoa, joins us now on Pacific Days for latest updates on the events in Samoa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sacha Green is the National Advisor - Legal & Strategic at Citizens Advice Bureau NZ National Office in Wellington. She is also the author of the Citizens Advice Bureau report on digital exclusion. She joins us now on Pacific Days for more.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Tuesday on Pacific Days, we’re joined by incredible Pasifika business owners/entrepreneurs, to share their journey in business.  “Joining us today is teacher and sole shareholder of start-up business Legacy Books & Decor, Nesa Tuigamala Prasad.Nesa and husband/sole director Umesh have produced together Legacy Books & Décor. Using her own set of academia experiences, Nesa through Legacy Books - offers resources of literature, which are available in 6 different languages for emergent readers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Auckland health services provider, Turuki Health Care has scooped top honours at the NZ Primary Healthcare Awards winning the Boehringer Ingelheim Practice nurse of the year award. Awarded to Fakaanga Mapa (Ngāti Tonga), he was recognised for his exemplary work as a practice nurse where he has made an outstanding individual contribution to whānau care at Turuki Health Care Panmure practice. Fakaanga has displayed imagination, leadership, collaboration and innovation to address practice and whānau-level issues. Turuki Healthcare CEO Te Puea Winiata says "It was a proud moment for Turuki when we heard that Fakaanga had been selected as a finalist, but to go on and win the award was an amazing moment for him and his whānau” Fakaanga Mapa Boehringer Ingelheim Practice nurse of the year, joins us now on Pacific Days for more on his incredible achievement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we begin a new series on Pacific Days highlighting the work of incredible organisations around the country in our Pasifika communities. Every week we’ll talanoa with recipients of the Le Va Pasifika suicide prevention community fund which was announced earlier this year.  We begin with Te Papalaulelei from Porirua in Wellington.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Auckland health services provider, Turuki Health Care has scooped top honours at the NZ Primary Healthcare Awards winning the Boehringer Ingelheim Practice nurse of the year award. Awarded to Fakaanga Mapa (Ngāti Tonga), he was recognised for his exemplary work as a practice nurse where he has made an outstanding individual contribution to whānau care at Turuki Health Care Panmure practice. Fakaanga has displayed imagination, leadership, collaboration and innovation to address practice and whānau-level issues. Turuki Healthcare CEO Te Puea Winiata says "It was a proud moment for Turuki when we heard that Fakaanga had been selected as a finalist, but to go on and win the award was an amazing moment for him and his whānau” Fakaanga Mapa Boehringer Ingelheim Practice nurse of the year, joins us now on Pacific Days for more on his incredible achievement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) is an opportunity for students to unleash their inner entrepreneur and experience the start-up world first-hand. It is an experiential programme where students set up and run a real business. Each YES company creates their own product or service and brings this to market. We’re joined now by the team from Pacific Dreams, who offer Pacific themed decor products. Pacific Dreams is made up of students from Manurewa High School, who’ve taken part in the The Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme. They join us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Papakura Manager, Judy Boyd & Silver Kiliva from the Support and counselling centre in Papakura, join us now on Pacific Days, as part of the CAB 50th Anniversary celebrations.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evita Toala & Riana Mohammed from AWHI Healthy Homes join us now on Pacific Days for more on how they can help support whanau to have a warm, dry, healthy home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Papakura Manager, Judy Boyd & Silver Kiliva from the Support and counselling centre in Papakura, join us now on Pacific Days, as part of the CAB 50th Anniversary celebrations.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Christina La’ala’ai-Tausa, political scientist & Analyst at Pacific Linc. joins us now on Pacific Days, for commentary on the latest development with the general election.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fesaitu Solomone, PMN Rotuma Language Show producer joined us on Pacific Days, as part of our Rotuman Language Week celebrations on Pacific Days.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

very Tuesday on Pacific Days, we’re joined by incredible Pasifika business owners/entrepreneurs, to share their journey in business.  Today we are joined by sole director of Rā Designs, Thomas Te-Whaiti Henry. Proud Cook Island man and member of the Arts industry.  Thomas has various sets of skills which have translated well into the services he provides. From graphic design, video-making and printing, Rā Designs also hosts an online clothing line that has bolstered several great reviews, reflecting the passion this father of one has for his work.  We welcome all the way from Dunedin, Thomas Te-Whaiti Henry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darlene Inia - NZRF Mairani Group Leader joins us now on Pacific Days, to talk about Rotuman culture & history as part of Rotuman Language Week celebrations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An updated passport with new and improved security features is being phased in by Te Tari Taiwhenua Department of Internal Affairs. Te Tari Taiwhenua has ensured New Zealand passports continue to have top security features without increasing the cost of producing passports. These new security enhancements make the New Zealand passport one of the most technologically advanced passports in the world. Maria Robertson, Service Delivery and Operations Deputy Chief Executive of Te Tari Taiwhenua Department of Internal Affairs, joins us now on Pacific Days for more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sopapelu Samisoni, Rotuman Community Cultural Advisor joins us now on Pacific Days, to talk about Rotuman culture & history as part of Rotuman Language Week celebrations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John & Fee Mann from D65 Fitness, join us now on Pacific Days for more on maintaining the health & fitness lifestyle during the winter months.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rotuman Language Week 2021 begins this Sunday 9th May & run’s through to Saturday 15th May.  Tonight, in the lead up to this Sunday, the PMN Rotuman Language Show is launching on 531pi at midnight tonight, with an official launch taking place at 7pm.   Joining us now on Pacific Days, to talk more on this historic milestone is Jioji Vai, PMN Rotuma Language Host. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Circle: South Dakota & Samoa is a new book by Jackie Fa’asisila, who has lived in Samoa now for over 45 years.   Jackie was born and raised in rural America but moved to inner city Kansas City in the late 1960’s to attend university. This opened the door to a bigger world, and she accepted Peace Corps’ invitation to develop curriculum in Western Samoa where she not only fell in love with the communal culture of Samoa but also a young Samoan chief.  The book documents her changing personal perspectives against the backdrop of Samoa’s development and natural disasters. It describes both happy times and sad ones, like the premature death of her husband shortly after their twentieth wedding anniversary. Her tales of love, loss and dealing with responsibilities for an extended family shape the decades of her life. Her reflections explore the realities of cross-cultural learning and illustrate how Samoa has been etched in her psyche. Jackie Fa’asisila joins us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As part of the 50 year celebrations this year of the Citizens Advice Bureau in New Zealand, every fortnight on Pacific Days we’ll be speaking with one of the CAB centres around Aotearoa, for an overview of what’s happening in their local community. Today we’re joined by Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Hastings Manager, David Gerbault. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Tuesday on Pacific Days, we’re joined by incredible Pasifika business owners/entrepreneurs, to share the journey of their journey in business.  Today, we’re joined by business owner Amy Lyford of Creative Trends from Invercargill. Amy has curated her passion of creating into running a local giftware store that hosts quality and value. Creative Trend sells an array of items whilst promoting a space for artists to create and share their work.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tai Faalogo Leader: Pacific Stroke Prevention Project with the Stroke Foundation of NZ joins us now on Pacific Days for a talanoa on the Pacific Stroke Prevention Project. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minister for Pacific Peoples, Hon Aupito Toesulusulu Tofae Su'a William Sio joins us now on Pacific Days for our fortnightly talanoa. Major overhaul of our healthcare system.  NZ’s response to the COVID-19 crisis in India.  New mental health & addiction services rollout.  Recent catch up with Pasifika community in Invercargill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ruta Ueta, from the Penina Health Trust, joins us now on Pacific Days for more on their R.O.C. project supported by Manukau District Healthboard. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Niue Rugby League leader & Auckland Niue Rugby League Secretary & Pasifika Aotearoa Collective Coordinator Phillip Tasmania joins us now on Pacific Days for more on the Pasifika Aotearoa Collective Launch last night in Auckland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Tuesday on Pacific Days, we’re joined by incredible Pasifika business owners/entrepreneurs, to share the journey of their journey in business.  Today, we’re joined by Landscaping service director of Leafa Lawns, Gerard Leafa. Leafa Lawns specializes in the up-keeping and maintenance of front to backyard plots. Offering lawn services that boasts both sustainability and affordability without waning on the level of quality provided.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re joined now by Kasi Valu, writer & producer of the new theatre work LUTE (Lies Underneath The Earth), along with Brett Taefu, who plays the role of  Jake, on Pacific Days for more on their latest work.   Friday 30th April 2021 Drama One Studio Te Whaea, 11 Hutchinson Road, Newtown, Wellington 2:00pm & 6:00pm Tickets: $5 - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lute-tickets-149798002859 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re joined now by Kasi Valu, writer & producer of the new theatre work LUTE (Lies Underneath The Earth), along with Brett Taefu, who plays the role of  Jake, on Pacific Days for more on their latest work.   Friday 30th April 2021 Drama One Studio Te Whaea, 11 Hutchinson Road, Newtown, Wellington 2:00pm & 6:00pm Tickets: $5 - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lute-tickets-149798002859 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nora Swann, creator & lead facilitator for the Dressed in Confidence programme joins us on Pacific Days for more on the upcoming Dressed in Confidence Charity event, 8th May, 7:30pm - 10:30pm at Te Puke Otara in Auckland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Putting a greater emphasis on primary healthcare and ensuring fairer access for all New Zealanders are two of the main drivers of health sector reforms announced this morning by Health Minister Andrew Little. The reforms will see: All 20 district health boards replaced with a new Crown entity, Health New Zealand, which will be responsible for running hospitals and commissioning primary and community health services. It will have four regional divisions. Colin Tukuitonga, Chief Advisor Pacific for the Heart Foundation. Associate Dean Pacific at the University of Auckland's Health and Medical Sciences faculty, joins us now on Pacific Days for more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tamaki Herenga Waka: Stories of Auckland, the new exhibition at Auckland War Memorial Museum, is a new permanent gallery that chronicles Auckland's past, captures its present, and looks to the future. Last week we began our 4 week series taking a closer look at some of the stories that make up Tamaki Herenga Waka: Stories of Auckland exhibition.  Today, we’re joined by Lealailepule Edward Cowley, who shares the story of the iconic Staircase Bar told as he transforms into his glamorous drag persona Buckwheat. Lealailepule aka Buckwheat - Is a Staunch Pacific Drag Diva towering in at over 6ft 5, Buckwheat is friendly, charming and has mentertained her way around the world many times over, with over 35 years in the business.  As Edward, he has worked in the health sector for upwards of quarter of a century and is passionate about Pacific peoples and those who work with Pacific peoples to raise the health and welfare of Paific peoples through sharing, listening via education, leadership and advocacy. Lealailepule Edward Cowley joins us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every week on Pacific Days we talanoa with Pasifika Business owners, from around New Zealand to share their stories & specials for our 531pi community. Today we’re joined by Gerard Soon from The Grocery Wagon Ltd in the Waikato region. To find out more on the launch for The Grocery Wagon Ltd, please contact Gerard on:Mob: 021 207 9809Email: thegrocerywagons@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leaupepe Taimaaiono Liz Tupua Talaepa, is a teacher at Mangere College. Along with her husband, they are parents to 3 adult son’s with the two youngest sons on the spectrum. The youngest son also with Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (PDDNOS). Leaupepe joins us now on Pacific Days for more on her inspirational journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re joined now by Joe “The Body Transformer” Fepulea’i who is a self employed personal trainer, currently contracted to Rampage Fitness Gyms in Taranaki.  Joe, whose passion is within the fitness arena, has worked previously for Manukau Rugby Football Union, as an academy & ITM Cup Strength & Conditioning Trainer, House Parent/Caregiver /Assistant Trainer with the Newcastle Knights & as a Personal Trainer/Head Gym Instructor at Les Mills in New Lynn.  Joe joins us now on Pacific Days for more about his work with our Pacific Community in Taranaki. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our celebrations of Autism Awareness month, for the month of April, on Pacific Days, we’re joined now by Ella Smith, an & Facilitator of the Incredible Years Autism Program from Ohomairangi Trust in Auckland. Ella has worked for Ohomairangi for almost 14 years – she has a bachelor of education, Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Graduate Diploma in Special Education (Early Intervention), & is a certified Facilitator of the Incredible Years Parent Program and Facilitator for the Incredible Years Autism Program.   We’re also joined by Janice Beazley, a Registered Social Worker on an Equity Project with Ohomairangi Trust, who also runs Incredible Years Parenting programmes. She has a 30 year plus history working in child and adolescent mental health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Minister for Pacific Peoples, Hon Aupito Toesulusulu Tofae Su'a William Sio joins us now on Pacific Days for our fortnightly talanoa. Pasifika Festival & ASB Polyfest back for 2021. Michael Alaifatu Mika - First Pasifika judge outside of Auckland.  Samoa General election 2021.  N.Z. first in the world for climate reporting.  New vaccination centre in Otara.  Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beatrice Sila joins us on Pacific Days, for a talanoa about being a sole parent to two beautiful children with autism, as we continue our celebration of World Autism Awareness month in April. #PASG #WorldAutismMonth #WorldAutismAwarenessMonth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tamaki Herenga Waka: Stories of Auckland, the new exhibition at Auckland War Memorial Museum, is a new permanent gallery that chronicles Auckland's past, captures its present, and looks to the future. Over the next 4 weeks on Pacific Days we’ll highlight some of the stories that make up the rich tapestry, diversity & culture that dissect at "the gathering place of many waka" We begin with MV Matua Interactive. This is a digital interactive called New Horizons – Keva’s Story. Melanie Rands is interviewed and speaks about her father Keva Low who came to Aotearoa from Suva on the Matua in 1946 ’s journey on the MV Matua. Melanie Rands joins us now on Pacific Days for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All this week on Pacific Days we’ll be crossing to the PMN Street team, for an update on the ASB Polyfest 2021. We’re joined now by Tina Bonsu Maro for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lilo Asiata, the organiser of Soul Lounge 2021, joins us now on Pacific Days for a talanoa, in the lead up to tomorrow night’s concert. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re joined now by Losalia Milika Pusiaki - Dance Programmer for Tongan Village joins us now on Pacific Days for a talanoa about the programme for the Tonga Village at this year’s Pasifika Festival 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re joined now by Losalia Milika Pusiaki - Dance Programmer for Tongan Village joins us now on Pacific Days for a talanoa about the programme for the Tonga Village at this year’s Pasifika Festival 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.