Noah Rehu, a student at Papakura High School, wore a traditional Tongan ta'ovala (mat) and kafa (rope). In the Tongan culture, wearing a ta'ovala is a gesture of respect for tradition.

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From its humble beginnings to becoming the world’s largest Polynesian cultural festival, ASB Polyfest has shaped generations ...

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University of Auckland’s Acting Deputy Pro Vice-Chancellor Pacific, Sili-Mireta Ropati (Leauva’a, Lalomanu, Lufilufi), will ...

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The 50th ASB Polyfest kicked off on Wednesday at Manukau Sports Bowl, celebrating half a century of Polynesian culture. Grace Fiavaai was there and has this report.

Traditional wakas played a crucial role in Polynesian culture. They could be paddled or sailed and were used for fishing, transportation, or in traditional celebrations. Archaeologists were called ...