A new creative hub is helping New Zealand-born Tongans reconnect with their heritage, all while preserving Tongan culture.

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A new creative hub in West Auckland is helping to preserve Tongan culture through song and dance. Te Puna Creative Hub has taken over the Whoa! Studios building in Henderson, and occupies the former ...

The hub has helped reconnect New Zealand-born Tongans with their heritage through cultural storytelling, recently hosting the Ocean Star Fetu’u Moana Academy as they recorded songs for their dance ...

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A devoted “Polyfest mum”, broadcaster Indira Stewart is a lifelong cheerleader for the annual festival, joining in backstage.

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