Digital Pasifik blog

It is important for us as NZ born Niuean's to encourage, uplift and embrace who we are as Tagata Niue.

Veikemuni na Turaga, marama, cauravou kei na goneyalewa, e rawa ni da vakabula tiko ga na nodai tovo, kevaka eda tukuna se vakamacalataka jikoga vei ira na noda kawa

It is because of the 'Felo', they have produced generations to take on opportunities to venture into the world and seek success and fortune.

I am a proud Tongan, but my identity isn’t rooted in language alone.

Take these opportunities to learn and listen to our parents, grandparents, aunties, and uncles. Their experiences living on the island and their stories will be the ones we treasure the most.

"We are small but proud of our heritage and culture which is unique to us"

"We were astronomers, food scientists, mathematicians, sailors, artists and navigators - in our own right.” - Dr. Tarisi

On community, language and wellbeing.

Mai he haaku a tumuaki ulu ke he haaku a tau aloalo hui, ko au ko e tagata Niue

Kemu isau, sa vuni tu.

On remembering the values of our land, making time to listen to stories and honouring our families.

Ātuitui’ia au ki te Oneone o tōku ‘Ui Tupuna