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Pasifika Wire
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PW's mission is to provide a platform to connect our Pasifika voices; to share, celebrate, and explore the issues that can impact Pasifika communities in Aotearoa, the Pacific region, and around the world.
Episodes
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PW Live: Susana Suisuiki, Connecting our Voices
Inspiring broadcast journalist, Susana Suisuiki, sat down with Pasifika Wire, to share some of her journey to tell your stories. Not only nominated for her work in the Radio/Podcast space, but also received special commendation for her current affairs show as Presenter and Producer of Pacific…
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Connecting our Voices with Mareta Matenga
Our special guest is Chair of the Cook Islands Development Agency New Zealand (CIDANZ), local government public servant for more than 20 years, and long-standing community and Pasifika leader and advocate, Mareta Matenga.
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Connecting our Voices with Sefita Hao'uli MNZM
For more than 50 years veteran journalist, broadcaster, and community leader Sefita Hao'uli has been serving the community advocating in Health, Education, Welfare, and specifically upholding and preserving Lea Faka-Tonga and other Pacific Languages
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Connecting our Voices with Councillor Josephine Bartley and Milo
PW Live had the pleasure to talk with reelected Auckland Councillor Josephine Bartley (Maungakiekie-Tamaki Ward). Josephine works tirelessly for her constituents and wider Auckland. Joining her in the studio is her beloved Milo, following in Josephine's footsteps of community service and outreach.
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Connecting our Voices with Timuiaipaepaetele Lealaiauloto Vaimoana Mase
Pasifika Editor for the New Zealand Herald's Talanoa, Timuiaipaepaetele Lealaiauloto Vaimoana Mase, caught up with PW Live. The multi award winning journalist talks about her love of writing, faith, family, and her continued passion to tell our stories.www.pasifikawire.com...
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Connecting our Voices with George and Veronica Moungatonga
From panel operating for his wife Veronica during her radio show in the early 90s to becoming a sound engineer, and 30 years on programme director for Radio 531pi, George Siaosi Matekitonga Moungatonga along with Veronica sit down with PW LIVE and talk about why the passion is still there, to...
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PW LIVE Unplugged 01
We gave ourselves the task of creating PW LIVE a new radio show/podcast. To celebrate completing 10 shows (seven podcasts) we wanted to take some time to thank our very special guests who took time to join us on the journey and for all of you who support and follow Pasifika Wire.Fa'afetai, Ia...
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Connecting our Voices with Ma'a Brian Sagala QSM
For more than 30 years Ma'a Brian Sagala QSM has inspired, entertained and motivated crowds as a Master of Ceremony and Events Specialist. He joins us to talk about his journey, going out on his own, what it takes to be an MC, his passion for telling Pasifika stories while applying passion and...
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Connecting our voices with John Pulu
*audio corrected He is one of the most recognised faces in Pasifika media across the country and the Pacific region, a Master of Ceremony, Community Advocate, Broadcast Journalist, John Pulu shares his journey from a seasoned reporter fronting the longest serving popular current affairs show on...
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Connecting Our Voices With Lemauga Lydia Sosene
This week's special guest on PW LIVE is Labour MP for the Māngere electorate in Auckland, Lemauga Lydia Sosene MP, a seasoned public servant, former Chair Māngere-Ōtahuhu Local Board and now electorate MP.Lemauga shares insights into her early years of service beginning with her late parents Rev....
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Connecting Our Voices with Marama T-Pole
Our special guest on PW Live is Marama T-Pole, a veteran in broadcast journalism. For over 25 years she has brought us Pacific stories and news from around the world through our TV screens and radio waves. She shares her love of family, community, growing up in the deep south, and her beloved...
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Connecting our Voices with Levi Matautia-Morgan
Levi Matautia-Morgan is serving the community his way, through content creation and supporting pathways for small businesses, while producing breakfast radio for the Pasifika community and running his own business.Levi does it with passion, commitment, and good humour and is our latest special...
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Connecting our voices with Alfred Aholelei (DJ Al'Goodie)
From sold-out rugby stadiums and World Cups to summer festivals, family gatherings, and corporate gigs DJ @algoodie knows how to move a crowd and keep the good vibes going.He’s worn many hats over the years, always with heart, humour, and a deep commitment to serving our Pasifika communities.In…
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Connecting our Voices with Lisa Williams-Lahari
Pasifika Wire PW LIVE is back, Connecting our Voices with veteran Cook Islands journalist and Communications Specialist Lisa Williams-Lahari.
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Ma'a Brian Sagala Queen's Service Medal Recipient Bringing Pacific People Together
Multimedia talent Ma'a Brian Sagala comes out from behind the mic to help kick of the talanoa for Pasifika Wire in 2023. Ma'a shares his journey into broadcasting, providing a voice for Pasifika people across the motu, his insight into the world of being a Master of Ceremony and what it means to…
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Josephine Bartley, Samoan Auckland Councillor: “We Have Growth and With Growth Comes Change”
The first Pasifika women elected into the Auckland Supercity council for Manugakiekie-Tamaki Ward in 2018, says working with her community at a local government level is a role she loves and a position she does not take lightly. A strong local voice for the community, Councillor Josephine Bartley...
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Wanda Ieremia-Allan - Uncovering History of Samoan literature with Niusipepa O le Sulu Samoa
Samoan academic Wanda Ieremia-Allan is a PhD candidate in the Pacific and Indigenous Studies programmes at the University of Waikato, and is delving into archival research that traces the inter-generational, intellectual gafa/lineage of indigenous Samoan writing of the early 20th century in the...
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Fa'anana Efeso Collins, the Path to Mayor of Auckland, Service to the Community, and Preparing the Next Pasifika Politicians
As one of two Auckland city councillors for the Manukau Ward, Fa'anana Efeso Collins prepares for the next part of his journey in local government that spans over more than nine years. Fa'a'nana says it is a humbling, emotional, and empowering feeling that has led to his family's decision for him...
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Daniel Faitaua First Pasifika Kiwi President of Foreign Press Association in London "Give Anything A Go"
Daniel Faitaua has reached another milestone in his career as not only the first Pasifika TVNZ European correspondent based in London, but now the first Kiwi Pasifika president of the Foreign Press Association in London in its 134 year history. www.pasifikawire.com
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Qiane Matata-Sipu, Changing the Narrative for Indigenous Storytelling, Leadership and Taking NUKU Across the Motu
Qiane Matata-Sipu is an award winning storyteller with more than 15 years working in the media sector as an editor, photographer, journalist, communications specialist, visual artist, and community advocate. So it is no surprise that Qiane created her own communications and multimedia production...
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PW Interview: Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry Report Released
In a newly released report, He Purapura Ora, he Māra Tipu – From Redress to Puretumu Torowhānui, the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care urged the Government to take urgent action to restore mana to survivors of abuse by addressing their 95 recommendations. PW talks to Ali'imuamua…
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Pasifika and Māori Perspectives on Wellbeing in New Zealand
The first report into the Wellbeing of people in Aotearoa New Zealand was released by the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission last week. Pasifika Wire caught up with Sharon Shea and Dr Jemaima Tiatia-Seath to talk about what it means.
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Tagaloa Cooper on COP26: Climate Change Everyone's Responsibility
The Director of Climate Change Resilience for the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) says the Pacific Island Nations' voice was heard loud and clear at the the two week Climate change summit COP26 in Glasgow Scotland earlier this month. Tagaloa Cooper says despite…
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Lise Hope-Suveinakama: Tokelau Language, Vaccines, Business Building, and Keeping the Faith
Faith is a guiding light for Lise Hope-Suveinakama in a journey that began in Tokelau, then a move to New Zealand to further her studies attending Wairarapa College then completing a double degree in Arts and Law at the University of Waikato. Lise then returned to her homeland to take on roles...
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Rev. Alofa Lale National President P.A.C.I.F.I.C.A Women's Org. From Local, National to Global Voice at UN
The largest Pasifika women's non-government organisation (NGO) in New Zealand has gone from local, national to global recognition receiving special consultative status to the United Nations Economic and Social Council. P.A.C.I.F.I.C.A. Inc (Pacific Allied (Women’s) Council Inspires Faith In…
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Fala Haulangi on Tuvalu Independence, Worker's Rights, and Pasifika Resilience During Pandemic
Beaming with pride for her home country Tuvalu, union organiser/advocate and broadcaster Fala Haulangi pays tribute to her forefathers who paved the way to the nation's independence. "So proud of my nation Tuvalu and its people and where we are now, 43 years of independence from the "colonisers"....
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Pasitaua Haufano Founder and Managing Director of Zeducation, Unleashing People's Greatness
Pasitaua Haufano, Managing Director and founder of Zeducation, a workplace training educational consultancy business, says his passion is all about helping people reach their full potential. Pasitaua says their mission and inspiration is to help people unleash their greatness through workplace...
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Working Towards the Transformation of the Mental Health and Wellbeing System. CEO Karen Orsborn
Making a difference to improve mental health and well being services for Aotearoa New Zealand is what motivates the new CEO for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission (MHWC), Karen Orsborn. Ms. Orsborn played an integral role with the initial Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission at the...
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Superintendent Fata Willi Fanene Passion and Drive for Pasifika and Police
Strong communication, building partnerships, engagement and recruitment of Pasifika peoples into the Police force are key areas that the newly appointed National Partnerships Manager for Pacific Peoples for the New Zealand Police will continue to enhance during his tenure. Superintendent Fata…
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Laulu Mac Leauanae: Secretary for Ministry Pacific Peoples Leading Pasifika to Thrive be Prosperous, Resilient and Confident
Thriving, prosperous, resilient and confident Pacific Aotearoa are key pillars for the team at the Ministry for Pacific Peoples. Laulu Mac Leauanae, Secretary for Pacific Peoples also Chief Executive for the Ministry, leads a team of more than 150 staff across the country with the primary focus…
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Saunoamaali'i Dr. Karanina Sumeo: Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner, get Comfortable Talking the Uncomfortable
Talking about the uncomfortable issues around employee rights and discrimination within the workforce, pay equity, gender bias, bullying, and sexual harassment is something the Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner for the Human Rights Commission (HRC) says we need to get comfortable with....
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Lemauga Lydia Sosene - Chair of Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board on Leadership, Council and a Voice in South Auckland
While the decision to step into the political landscape was not the first career choice for the Chair of the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board within Auckland Council, Lemauga Lydia Sosene says she has no regrets about the choice she made more than a decade ago. Armed with support from family, friends...
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Niuean Educator on Taking Ownership to Learn Culture and Vagahau Niue
Having worked across several disciplines in creative arts, media and theatre, Ioane Aleke Fa'avae has found his way back to the Education sector, pursuing his passion to provide ongoing support for students and develop a framework to maintain and teach Vagahau Niue at tertiary level....
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Cook Island Academic From Tokoroa to Hamilton Pursuing Excellence in Education
Supporting students to find the why when deciding on a course of study is an important question a senior academic at the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec) believes can help students whether that be through providing pastoral care or simply motivating them with their studies. Rose Marsters...
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Tongan Labour MP Talks Serving Communities at Government
How Can I Help? That's the first question Labour List MP Anahila Kanongata'a -Suisuiki asks when she is out and about meeting with constituents. Based in Papakura in Auckland, Anahila says service to the community is a driving force for her work in politics. It is a role she believes is key when…
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Dr. Colin Tukuitoga Talks COVID the Impact on Health, Education and Festivals
"Profound", is how a leading Pacific health expert would describe the past year dominated by the COVID-19 global pandemic. Dr. Colin Tukuitoga says it has been an unprecedented time and one we have not seen on this scale and impact in almost 100 years.
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Tupu Tai Pasifika Intern says Diverse Perspectives Needed in Public Service and Policy
A graduate of the Tupu Tai Pasifika Public Policy Summer Internship programme says diverse perspectives are needed in public service and policy. Christian Baledrokadroka was one of 39 interns who completed the 11 week paid internship that kicked off in November 2020 and ended in January 2021....
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Cook Island MP for Palmerston North ready to serve
Service to the community is a driving force for the new Labour MP for Palmerston North, Tangi Utikere. Tangi served more than 10 years with the city council, four of them as Deputy Mayor. He is the first Labour MP of Cook Island heritage to represent the electorate after replacing former Minister...
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President of national P.A.C.I.F.I.C.A. women's organisation talks 45 years of advocacy
Advocating for Pasifika women across Aotearoa New Zealand is one of many platforms the national Pasifika women's organisation has committed to providing over its 45 year history. The National President for P.A.C.I.F.I.C.A. Inc. (Pacific Allied (Women's) Council Inspires Faith In Ideals Concerning...
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Director of Matavai Pacific Cultural Arts centre on adapting during COVID-19
Co-founder and director of Matavai Pacific Cultural Arts centre based in Sydney Australia says while 2020 has been a challenging and at times exhausting year it has provided some memorable and rewarding experiences amid a global pandemic. Maryjane McKibbin-Schwenke reflects on the impact of...
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Advocate talks racism and supporting Pasifika in South Island towns and cities
Melissa Lama is a recent graduate from Otago University completing a Bachelor of Arts majoring in politics and is currently completing her Masters in Business and Administration. It is her interest in the political landscape and her work in public service that is a driving force for her advocacy...
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Head of Media Association Solomon Islands talks social media and reporting on COVID-19
Veteran Solomon Islands journalist, Georgina Kekea, says it has been a challenge when reporting on COVID-19. She says people are slowly adjusting to the new normal, despite the country being in a State of Emergency since March, and the ongoing travel restrictions.
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Teanau Tuiono: Pasifika Green Party MP advocates for RSE workers, overstayers, education, and languages
Pacific Peoples spokesperson for the Green's Party List MP Teanau Tuiono says Bi-lingual education for Pasifika languages, Recognised Seasonal Employers Scheme and advocating for families/whanau overstayers are some of the key areas he is keen to focus on over his 3 year term in Parliament. View...
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Pasifika Women at the helm of Hamilton Churches renovation project
Pasifika women are taking a leading role in the Pasifika Church Renovation Project in the Waikato region. Felila Asiata-Feausi will oversee the programme management of the renovation of four Pasifika Churches in Hamilton. View the story at www.pasifikawire.com
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Back to Basics for Pacific Business Trust
Featuring the CEO of Pacific Business Trust, Pelenato Sakalia who says it's getting back to basics and to being relevant for Pasifika business and communities. See the accompanying post on the Pasifika Wire website.
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MP for Mana not taking Pasifika voice for granted
In Pasifika Wire's first ever Podcast, Labour MP for Wellington electorate Mana, Barbara Rachael Fati Palepa Edmonds spoke about her journey to becoming a member of Parliament, the importance of having Pasifika and diverse voices around the decision table and the importance of policy that can...
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