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23/06/2026

Heading to Samoa for the school holidays? Check out these 'Off the tourist track' adventures!

Abseiling down Aloa Waterfall, and exploring the ancient ruins that lie deep within the jungles of Palauli in Savaii, the magical island homeland of Polynesia..

Let's go!

Are you ready for the last adventure in this season of Tafaoga? Brace yourselves as the boys take a leap of faith (and conquer Sefa's fear of heights) by abseiling down Aloa Waterfall, and then head back to school to learn about the ancient ruins that lie deep within the jungles of Palauli. Let's go...

23/06/2026

Get to know powerhouse trio A.R.T✨

With an incredible six nominations at this year's Pacific Music Awards 2026, A.R.T are the most nominated group of the year.

Representing Tonga, Tokelau and Samoa, the talented trio are making waves with their music and putting Pacific excellence front and centre. 🌺🎶

Get to know the women behind the music as they give us a glimpse into their world here:

A.R.T SAMOAN, TOKELAUAN & TONGAN SINGERS // Introduce yourselves and where you grew up? We are A.R.T, (A)nastasia, (R)osetta & (T)-R3X. We grew up in Porirua, Wellington, and come from the beautiful island nations of Samoa, Tokelau & Tonga. 

We’ve been together since we were 11 & 12 years old...

23/06/2026

South Auckland singer-songwriter Luana Gordon has released her latest single, 'Waiting For You'

The emotionally honest track explores loss, longing and the lasting impact of people who continue to shape us long after they're gone.

"It's about missing somebody, knowing that your paths will never cross again, and accepting that you may miss them forever."

Get to know the Samoan artist & listen to 'Waiting for you' here:

SAMOAN / NEW ZEALAND EUROPEAN SINGER-SONGWRITER Please introduce yourself and tell us about your Pacific heritage. My name is Luana Gordon and I am a singer-songwriter from Ōtāhuhu, Auckland. I am of Samoan and New Zealand European descent. Tell us about your journey into music. I grew up the youn...

22/06/2026

Get to Know: Vitinia Togiatama 🎤✨

We're hanging out with South Auckland's own Vitinia Togiatama, a Fijian-Niuean artist, poet, and youth worker who's making moves both on and off the stage.

Have a watch as we get to know the multi-talented creative and hear more about her journey. 💛

We're jamming with South Aucks-based Fijian-Niuean artist, poet, and youth worker, Vitinia Togiatama puurrrr! We love an all rounder queen.

22/06/2026

Bumping into our Tuesday with this sweetest of songs from ‘Island Vibes’
who have two nominations for ‘Best Pacific Roots Artist’ and Best Pacific Song at the upcoming Pacific Music Awards. 🎶🌺

Island Vibes are back with a new music video! Filmed in the Rock of Polynesia, Niue 🇳🇺 This is 'Umu'!

22/06/2026

Fehi Fineanganofo learned of his selection while celebrating with Josh Moorby, who had also been chosen.

Tears, missed calls and alcohol were all part of how some of the newest All Blacks reacted to their call-up from Dave Rennie.
Fehi Fineanganofo and Josh Moorby forced their way into the side with record-breaking performances for the Hurricanes this season, while Anton Segner becomes the first German-born All Black.

Speaking to Sky Sport after the squad was announced, Fineanganofo said he was with Moorby when the call came through.

“I was shocked and emotional, just wanted to call family and yeah, I saw this guy [Moorby] in the corner of my eye and I was like, ‘oh, he must be in there too’,” Fineanganofo said.

“I was like, yeah, happy for both of us.”

The 23-year-old said his mum’s response to his call-up made him emotional.

“Just like any typical mother, she’s just started crying, so I started crying too.”

via NZHerald

22/06/2026

Monday night laughs 😂

22/06/2026

Shaun Stevenson Commits to Samoa

Former All Black Shaun Stevenson has confirmed he will represent Samoa after deciding to switch his international allegiance from New Zealand.

The 29-year-old fullback, who qualifies for Samoa through his family heritage, revealed he has made up his mind ahead of becoming eligible later this year.

“Yeah, I’m putting my hand up, I think quite a few of us boys will be playing for Samoa come the November Test period.”

Stevenson earned one Test cap for the All Blacks in 2023, scoring on debut against Australia, but says he felt his opportunities with New Zealand Rugby had come to an end.

“It was a tough decision, I felt like I had a lot to offer New Zealand Rugby but I was out of favour with the previous coaches so you’ve got to make those hard decisions.”

The former Chiefs star has enjoyed a standout season with Japan’s Kubota Spears and will complete the required stand-down period in August, making him available for Samoa’s November Tests against Portugal, Zimbabwe and Spain.

Looking ahead, Stevenson is optimistic about what Manu Samoa can achieve.

Lakapi Samoa has said Shaun Stevenson’s pledge to Manu Samoa is part of a wider push to strengthen the national team’s player base, with former All Blacks Akira Ioane and Josh Ioane also among the names being looked at.

Via Samoa Global News

22/06/2026

"Listen to your parents, work hard, stay humble, and listen to advice that people give you."

That's the advice from 11-year-old Sāmoan footballer Aquila Peleseuma, who has signed a pathway deal with Paris FC and making waves on the international stage. 🇼🇸⚽️

Full story here: https://www.thecoconet.tv/coco-talanoa/coco-news/meet-aquila-peleseuma-the-11-year-old-samoan/

21/06/2026

Family event coming up and need a Kiki stat?! Joe & Harlim are back sharing island knowledge for those trynna keep in touch with their roots

Family event coming up and need a Kiki stat?! Joe & Harlim are back sharing island knowledge for those trynna keep in touch with their roots!