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September 18th, 2009 by Tania

It was the electric anticipation that drew me towards the marshalling area at the side of the BCI Stadium in Nikao on the island of Rarotonga, in the Cook Islands. Hundreds of athletes, coaches and team officials were waiting to march into the centre – they came from 21 Pacific nations, to compete in 15 different sports.

A Pacific Break for musicians

May 17th, 2009 by Clement

For years, a number of us at Radio Australia talked about a music competition for the Pacific region. One which would tap into the fantastic talent scattered throughout the region and give unsigned musicians a chance to be heard beyond their garages, local bars and backyard studios.

Celebrating Pasifika

April 26th, 2009 by Clement

The world’s largest gathering of Pacific islanders, New Zealand’s Pasifika Festival first came to my attention a few years ago. Ever since then I have been trying to find a way to get across the Tasman to immerse myself in the crowds at this annual celebration of Pacific cultures.

Spotlight on Pacific style

April 19th, 2009 by Clement

Could the 21st century finally draw some attention to the beauty of Pacific Island blokes?

That’s what the organisers of the first male model competition for them in New Zealand are hoping for.  And it sort of makes sense.

An artist’s journey

April 5th, 2009 by Tania

These are hands that are compelled to make, decorate, create. This artist just doesn’t stop.

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