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Home Of The Pacifica Mamas & Pacifica Experience

The Pacifica Arts Centre is the realisation of supreme vision and hard work; The centre has grown from the energy of a few passionate and committed people; the active support of the Auckland Council and The Pacifica Mamas. The latter has become the heart and soul of this space, taking weaving classes, showing school children and adults how to make Pacific arts and creating a studio space for selling and showcasing art pieces.

19/06/2026

HWT – South Auckland Mid Year Showcase

Congratulations to the HWT-Hupahupa with Tautape Dance Academy South Auckland students on a wonderful Term 1 of learning and sharing their beautiful Cook Islands arts and culture

Meitaki ma’ata to HWT Director and Founder Rahui Tautape Samson for continuing to bless our community with his knowledge. We are forever grateful for your vision and hard work - a true blessing to our community!

We also acknowledge the families, friends and HWT Team whose dedication and support behind the scenes helps our young ones to stand tall in their culture... Cook Islands to the WORLD!

A few snapshots from the night by Ralph Brown 📸

Next up, West Auckland!

17/06/2026

Fatu Feu’u: Art is my culture and culture is in my art

A special moment captured last night with Papali’i Fatu Feu’u and Leali’ifano Dr. Albert Refiti ✨

What a beautiful evening of talanoa and chance for us all to celebrate Fatu, a true icon of Pacific arts

Fa’afetai tele lava to Olivia Taouma and the Auckland Museum team for hosting such a special evening and bringing so many familiar faces together 🌺

15/06/2026

🌊 THE GOVERNANCE GAME! 🌊
Over two nights, rangatahi stepped into the world of governance through teamwork, trust, shared values, and a little friendly competition aboard their vaka crews ⚓️✨

Meitaki ma'ata to our governance guru and game hostess Caren Rangi, for sharing her wisdom and bringing governance to life in a way that connected with our young people. We also acknowledge our co-hosts and collaborators, the incredible team at Tapasā - Navigating the Future!

This is just the beginning of the journey. Keep an eye out for more governance and leadership workshops throughout the year 💙

08/06/2026

Welcome Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale 🇸🇧

Last night we joined our Solomon Islands community to welcome Prime Minister Matthew Wale and his delegation to Aotearoa ✨

The Prime Minister shared reflections on the new Government’s priorities and aspirations before opening the floor for questions and kōrero with the community. The evening marked a special start to the Prime Minister's visit to Aotearoa

Tagio tumas to the Solomon Islands Auckland Wantok Association (SIAWA) for your warm hospitality and a beautiful evening of community connection 💚

We were honoured to be invited and to capture a few special moments from the evening

Pacific Connections - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Auckland
New Zealand High Commission- Honiara, Solomon Islands

📸 Ralph Brown

06/06/2026

🔥 World Fireknife Champions 2026 🔥

Celebrating the greatness of these incredible wāhine who took out the top three places at the 33rd Annual World Fireknife Championship 2026!

🥇 Emi Iliganoa Pritchard
🥈 Portia Meredith-Numia
🥉 Marley Jane Adam

We're so proud of how these young wāhine represented their families, culture and our wider Siva Afi Aotearoa community on the world stage... taking out the entire women's division!

We also acknowledge their beautiful village of support, including family, friends, and the incredible Siva Afi Aotearoa community. Special shout out to Amo Ieriko for his leadership and for always lighting the way ✨

Sharing just a few moments captured at the recent community celebration event. Keep an eye on the Siva Afi Aotearoa page for the full photo drop

Cheeeehoooo! 🔥

📸Ralph Brown

11/05/2026

Sharing this beautiful offering from the Kingsland Trinity Methodist Church Community in celebration of Rotuman Language Week - Gasav Ne Fäeag Rotuạm Ta 2026 ✨🌺

07/05/2026

SAVE THE DATE! 🌺 Melanesian Festival Aotearoa

29/04/2026

Moanaroa Solomon Islands is a kaupapa focused on strengthening our connections, knowledge and relationships across the Solomon Islands 🇸🇧

Our team recently travelled to Honiara, taking time to kōrero, join workshops and share in presentations with artists, knowledge-holders and arts and cultural organisations. We’ve returned with full hearts and a deeper understanding to help shape our work with cultural care and reciprocity for both Aotearoa and the Solomon Islands. While we’re back on home shores, the kōrero continues as we grow these relationships and look ahead to future collaborations

Here are just few moments from the journey - a small glimpse of the people, creativity and culture that welcomed us. We look forward to sharing even more photos in the coming weeks. Watch this space!

Tagio tumas to Pacific Connections - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Auckland for their incredible support of this first phase of the project, and to the New Zealand High Commission- Honiara, Solomon Islands for their support and manaakitanga on the ground. We also acknowledge and give thanks to the artists and organisations who opened their doors and shared so generously, including the Ministry of Culture and Tourism Solomon Islands, Solomon Islands National Art Gallery, Solomon Islands National Museum, Doreen Kuper, and the Honiara Artists Collective

📷 Ralph Brown

17/04/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we acknowledge the passing of our beloved Mama Soia Tatu 🕊️

Mama Soia was a master Niuean artist, knowledge-holder, and a cherished member of the Pacifica Mamas. Her intricate woven and crochet creations have been exhibited across Aotearoa and internationally, sharing the stories of her family and Niuean culture wherever they were seen. She was also a gifted teacher and mentor, playing a leading role in delivering our school education programmes to thousands of students over the years

Her contribution to the arts and community has been widely recognised through many awards and opportunities — including the Creative New Zealand Pacific Heritage Arts Award, and being selected to undertake the Government House Matairangi Mahi Toi Arts Residency alongside the Pacifica Mamas

Our community will miss her dearly, especially her Pacifica Mamas. What a blessing it has been to be wrapped in her alofa. We will always treasure our special moments together — her warm smile, laughter, stories, and her delicious home cooked meals. She would always remind us that Niue taro is the best in the world!

Our tears flow as we send our alofa and deepest condolences to her beautiful family. We are forever grateful for you sharing your Mama with us all x ♥️

Address

Pacifica Arts Centre, Corban Estate, 2 Mt Lebanon Lane, Henderson
Auckland
0612

Telephone

+6498383205

Website

http://www.pacificaarts.org/

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