The Trust Arena stadium, Auckland, where the beat of Cook Islands drums set the stage for the Tu Rangatira Awards. VIPs were greeted with a warm Turou (welcoming). It was a night dedicated to celebrating Cook Islands' accomplishments across eight exciting categories, marking the start of a thrilling two-day Te Maeva Nui festival.

The Tongan Health Society (THS) is an integrated healthcare provider, facilitating a range of services and initiatives aimed at providing high-quality, affordable, and culturally appropriate health care services to all New Zealanders.

As Mental Health Awareness wraps up we thought we’d share across some of the meaningful work happening at Community Approach Trust based in Auckland. The organisation runs an eight-week aqua aerobic swim session designed for postpartum mothers. This program aims to promote their mental well-being, enhance their physical fitness, and create a supportive space for them to connect with other mothers while taking valuable time for themselves.

The highly anticipated Te Maeva Nui festival is gearing up for another thrilling edition just a few weeks away. The event is scheduled to take place at Auckland's Waitakere District Trust Arena from September 29th to 30th.

To conclude Tongan Language Week 2023, we'd like to highlight the celebratory activities organised by one of our partners, the Tongan Youth Trust

Vaimoana Pasifika Charitable Trust is a dedicated provider for the Pacific community in Taranaki. They are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of Pasifika people living in the region and have demonstrated their commitment through various free programmes and initiatives.

The Pacific Advance Secondary School (P.A.S.S), situated in Otahuhu, South Auckland is a secondary institution that is proud to be crafted 'for Pasifika by Pasifika'.

"Stronger families, stronger futures,” is the motto of the Taeaomanino Trust (TT), who’s vision and purpose is to empower Pacific individuals to recognise and embrace their potential with courage and optimism.

The Fono Faufautua Samoa is a men's group based in Canterbury, with a dedicated focus and vision on cultivating Samoan traditions, language, culture and the enriching role of the Matai (chief).

The Tupumaiaga A Niue Trust was first established in January 2007 and is based in Auckland, New Zealand. The organisation is a non-profit, volunteer group, whose purpose is to provide aid to Niuean youth and families, as they navigate the challenges of being a diaspora, and work hard to reconnect with their heritage and root foundations.

We caught up with Chair for Pacific Health Plus, Fiso John Fiso ONZM, about the work the organisation does to improve the health and livelihood of Pacific communities in their region.

Passionate about men's health, Renee, Practice Advisor for Pasifika Futures Limited (PFL), draws inspiration from personal experiences and the health disparities faced by Pacific people. Renee strives to improve services and create a supportive environment, especially for Pacific people to live a prosperous life. Renee reminds us that family support can make all the difference in our health and well-being journeys!