There is no denying the unique sound of the Cook Island drums, the friendly nature of the culture and people, and the exciting tourism scene when it comes to the Cook Islands - especially when you are greeted by a local person who shines a smile with a confident ‘Kia Orana’ your way.

We had the opportunity to speak to the team at Marlborough Pacific Trust about the work they do and communities they serve. We were also privileged to sit down with a family who receives support from the Trust.

Situated in the Auckland suburb of Glen Innes, Tāmaki College is the home to a diverse population, with the majority being of Pasifika heritage. Their innovative take on workforce and student approach caters to the needs of their students whilst building the future leaders of tomorrow.

Found at the top of the South Island is the small community of Nelson; home to over 2500 Pasifika people. Nelson also sees up to 3000 Pacific seasonal workers come through to live and work during fruit picking season. Pasifika Futures (PFL) partner, the Nelson Tasman Pasifika Community Trust, provides support to Pacific families in Nelson and strives to meet the needs and goals of their people.

Situated in the heart of Porirua is the Wellington Tongan Leaders Council who have become a leader in the community for their active support for Tongan families since their inception ten years ago.

We caught up with Lady Maliena Jones and her team at The Village Community Services Trust to hear about the work they do and why they do it. We're grateful to have amazing partners that serve our communities!

Earlier this month, USO Bike Ride, supported by Pasifika Futures (PFL) launched the Polynesian Cycling Celebration which saw a team cycle from Māngere to Porirua over the course of a week.

The Tongan Youth Trust (TYT) are passionately working towards their goal of enhancing life for Tongan youth in New Zealand. With a strong focus on sustainable approaches, TYT are seeing a positive impact on the quality of life for the young people they serve.

In the heart of Rotorua lives the Rotorua Pacific Islands Development Charitable Trust - an organisation striving to move Pasifika people forward in their lives and futures.

Throughout Aotearoa New Zealand, a number of Pasifika Futures (PFL) Partners are working hard on the frontline to ensure the stability, growth and support is present for our Pacific communities and families. Serving with purpose, heart, and selflessness, PFL’s partners commit themselves to meeting the needs of Pacific families.

We sat down with the team at Papaioea Pasifika Community Trust to hear more about the work they do for our Pacific families in the Palmerston North region. We were also privileged to sit down with two of the families they serve - fakafetai lahi lele!

The 2022 SunPix Awards saw a number of Pacific leaders honoured for their contribution to Pasifika communities in their respective fields. This year’s event saw two people presented with the Pasifika Futures (PFL) sponsored Pacific Health and Wellbeing Award; Tofilau Talalelei Taufale and Dr Soana Muimuiheata.