What an Incredible Pasifika Festival in the Bay!
Celebrating culture, community, and connection — thank you to everyone who made it unforgettable! Talofa and a huge thank you to everyone who came together to make Pasifika Festival in the Bay such a beautiful celebration of pride, culture, and unity. From the incredible performances and delicious food to the laughter, colours, and smiles, our […]
Pasifika Festival in the Bay – Site map & Location
Venue: Ōtūmoetai College, 105 Windsor Road, Bellevue, TaurangaDate: Today Use this page to view the official site map for Pasifika Festival in the Bay 2025.Find your entrance, parking, and facilities information to make your visit easy and enjoyable. Entrances & Access Points Gate 1 – Exit Only Gate 2 – Entry Only (Matua, VIP, Pepi […]
Pasifika Festival in the Bay 2025
Welcome to Pasifika Festival in the Bay 2025 The Pasifika Festival in the Bay 2025 is back bigger, brighter, and more vibrant than ever! This is your chance to experience the heart and soul of Pacific culture right here in Tauranga. From stunning traditional performances to mouth-watering food and the joyful sounds of live music, […]
Laura Tongalea-Nolan Inspires Rising Hibiscus Students with Mental Health Insights
Mauri!On 23 July 2025, Rising Hibiscus had the pleasure of welcoming Laura Tongalea-Nolan. Laura shared her inspiring journey to becoming an expert in addiction, mental health, and wellbeing, offering valuable insights on recognising the difference between stress and anxiety, along with practical strategies for managing anxiety. She also introduced students to a free online problem-solving […]
Pasifika in the Bay Trust Welcomes New Board Members
We are thrilled to announce the addition of two outstanding members to our Pasifika in the Bay Trust board – Sa Luatua and Linda Brown! Sa and Linda join our governance team bringing valuable perspectives and experiences that will help strengthen our ongoing commitment to Pacific Education Excellence throughout the Bay of Plenty region. The […]
Planning Underway for Pasifika Festival in the Bay 2025!
Our dedicated festival committee held their first planning meeting for the 2025 Pasifika Festival in the Bay, bringing together key team members to ensure next year’s celebration will be another memorable community event. The initial planning session included Dre, Mel, Beks (our Stall Holder Manager), Tracey (Performing Group Manager) and Jo’el representing Ōtūmoetai School as […]
Share Niue’s Rich Culture with Your Students!
Take a look at our *NZ Connected, Phase 2 (Year 5-6) – Pathways to Niue* resource pack. It features ready-to-go reading activities, worksheets, and fast-finisher tasks based on these Connected Journal articles: • Talamea and the Turtle • The Rock of Niue • Reawakening Hiapo Great for whole-class or independent learning. Visit the link for full details! Get the resource pack →
Book Launch Celebration: “Hunt for Niu Tupu” by Inangaro Vakaafi
Fakaalofa lahi atu, Talofa lava, and warm Pacific greetings! We’re thrilled to share a special moment from our Pasifika community—Mel and her mum had the honour of attending the book launch of Hunt for Niu Tupu by the talented Inangaro Vakaafi, released on 12 April 2025. Join Ana and her wise Papa Motu on a backyard adventure […]
NZEI Te Riu Roa Pasifika Fono 2025
Pasifika in The Bay Trust Proudly Supports NZEI Te Riu Roa Pasifika Fono 2025 – “Takanga ‘Enau Fohe’ – Strength in Unity” Talofa lava, Kia orana, Malo e lelei, Fakalofa lahi atu, Ni sa bula vinaka, and warm Pacific greetings to all! Pasifika In The Bay Trust is thrilled to announce that Alva and Mel […]
2025 Pacific Language Weeks
Noa’ia, Tālofa lava, Mauri, Kia orāna, Mālō e lelei, Talofa, Ni sa bula vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Mālo ni, Halo olgeta, Halo Oloketa, Tēnā koutou kātoa! More information about 2025 Pacific Language Weeks available. Celebrating the richness of our 12 indigenous Pacific languages and fostering pride and connection across Aotearoa. This year marks a historic […]
