Kōanga Festival is back!

We caught up with Artistic Director Amber Curreen to talk about this year's celebration of Māori and Pacific performing arts, its connection with Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, and what audiences can look forward to when Kōanga Festival returns this September.

Watch the full interview now on the 531pi Facebook page.

Full programme and tickets atwww.koangafestival.nz. Tickets go on sale NOW 

Kōanga Festival is back!
We caught up with Artistic Director Amber Curreen to talk about this year's celebration of Māori and Pacific performing arts, its connection with Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, and what audiences can look forward to when Kōanga Festival returns this September.
Watch the full interview now on the 531pi Facebook page.
Full programme and tickets at<a href="http://www.koangafestival.nz"> </a><a href="http://www.koangafestival.nz">www.koangafestival.nz</a>. Tickets go on sale NOW&nbsp;

Weekday afternoons on Pacific Days for your daily dose of community, information & inspiration! From health and well-being, laughter, spiritual encouragement, great talanoa on a range of topics & everything in between, along with the classical music you love, we've got you covered!

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Weekday afternoons on Pacific Days for your daily dose of community, information &amp; inspiration! From health and well-being, laughter, spiritual encouragement, great talanoa on a range of topics &amp; everything in between, along with the classical music you love, we've got you covered!
Mon, 12pm-3pmTue, 12pm-3pm Wed, 12pm-3pmThu, 12pm-3pmFri, 12pm-3pm

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Kōanga Festival 2026

Their latest single is bold, honest and packed with purpose.

We caught up with Ngawai and Tupz from Corrella to talk about the story behind "Not I"—from the meaning behind the lyrics to the conversations they hope this song will inspire.

If you've heard the track, now hear the story.

Watch the full interview now on the 531pi Facebook page.

After you've watched it, let us know:

What stayed with you most from the conversation?

#Corrella #NotI #PacificSpotlight #531pi #NZMusic #MāoriMusic #Pasifika #AotearoaMusic #Interview

Their latest single is bold, honest and packed with purpose.
We caught up with Ngawai and Tupz from Corrella to talk about the story behind "Not I"&mdash;from the meaning behind the lyrics to the conversations they hope this song will inspire.
If you've heard the track, now hear the story.
Watch the full interview now on the 531pi Facebook page.
After you've watched it, let us know:
What stayed with you most from the conversation?
#Corrella #NotI #PacificSpotlight #531pi #NZMusic #MāoriMusic #Pasifika #AotearoaMusic #Interview

NOT I 

With the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow fast approaching, Team Niue is gearing up for one of the biggest events on the sporting calendar. Faama Viliamu spoke with Chef de Mission Sidney Lui about the team's journey, preparations, and hopes for the Games.

With the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow fast approaching, Team Niue is gearing up for one of the biggest events on the sporting calendar. Faama Viliamu spoke with Chef de Mission Sidney Lui about the team's journey, preparations, and hopes for the Games.

Niue Team Chef de Mission Sidney Lui shares their preparations for Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland

We're joined by singer-songwriter Tīpare for a conversation about her latest waiata, Star Scars. Inspired by healing, hope and whakapapa, we'll explore the story behind the music and the journey that shaped it. Stay with us for what promises to be a thoughtful talanoa.

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#531pi #PacificDays #Tipare #Talanoa #PacificStories #MāoriMusic #Interview

We're joined by singer-songwriter Tīpare for a conversation about her latest waiata, Star Scars. Inspired by healing, hope and whakapapa, we'll explore the story behind the music and the journey that shaped it. Stay with us for what promises to be a thoughtful talanoa.
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#531pi #PacificDays #Tipare #Talanoa #PacificStories #MāoriMusic #Interview

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