Peter Maivia inducted into WWE Hall of fame
Watch the heartfelt speeches from Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and his mom as they welcome one of their heroes into the WWE Hall of Fame!
High Chief Peter Maivia did not hold back from representing his Samoan heritage, something he has passed on through his family.
In 2008, Maivia was posthumously inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame by his grandson Dwayne. The award was accepted on his behalf by his daughter Ata Maivia-Johnson.
Maivia was considered a "blood brother" by Amituanai Anoa'i, the father of the Wild Samoans (Afa and Sika), thus the Anoa'i family regard the Maivia line from him on forward as an extension of their own clan.
In 1981, Maivia was diagnosed with cancer. He died on June 12, 1982.…more
Tonga to host 2019 Pacific Games!
Prime Minister Hon. Samuela 'Akilisi Pohiva has released a statement stating the Games will be held in the Kingdom, despite difficulties in raising the funds necessary to finance it.
The decision was made to go ahead with the hosting after a special Cabinet meeting held earlier this week, with the Sports Organising Committee leaders meeting with Government officials to discuss details of the Games.
With the lack of funding for the construction of proper facilities and equipment for the Games, it was doubtful that Tonga would go ahead with hosting.
Sporting facilities such as a golf course and a swimming pool do not currently exist in Tonga, and these two facilities alone would take up half of the budget claimed to be needed for the 2019 Games. In addition, existing facilities in Tonga are not adequate for the Games - which includes an outdoor stadium, and an indoor stadium that would host basketball, volleyball, netball, and other events.
But Minister for Finance and National Planning, Dr. Hon.…more
Jerome Kaino autobiography - My Story
Growing up a skinny Samoan in South Auckland, Jerome Kaino has be fighting hard to get to where he is today - and although he was an All Black at 21, some dark years followed him on his way to the top. His new book describes his humble origins in Papakura to the dizzying heights of rugby glory.
Check out an excerpt from his new book My Story, on sale from 31 July 2015.
Te Maeva Nui Highlights 2015
Check out some of the gorgeous pics from this year's Te Maeva Nui in the Cook Islands, who are also celebrating their 50th year of Self-Governing in free association with New Zealand!
Atiu Enua Ura Pau
Mauke Ute
Aitutaki Enua Ura Pau
Tupapa Maraerenga Ute
Puaikura Reo Tupuna
Manihiki Enua Kapa Rima
Images courtesy of the Ministry of Culutre Cook Islands.
New home for abused babies in Samoa
Samoa Victim Support Group officially open the new House of Blessings.
A state-of-the-art shelter for sexually abused and abandoned babies in Samoa has been opened, due to a large donation by Janice Bradnam, who is the Director of Bradnam Windows in Australia and New Zealand
Bradnam had visited the shelters in Samoa in 2010, and had decided to help upgrade the facilities - thus building the new shelters for the babies that need help. Tuisugaletaua Sofara Aveau, The Samoa Victim Support Group's patron, says the organisation is seeing an increasing number of sexually abused babies.
The new shelter is on the Campus of Hope at Tuanaimato, and Samoa Victim Support Group plans to secure shelter facilities for all the children survivors of violence and sexual abuse who seek support with the Group.
Fruit Carrier Race - Heiva i Tahiti 2015
Check out the highlights from the Fruit Carrier Race as part of the Heiva of the Tu’aro Ma’ohi, as part of the Heiva i Tahiti Festival this year!
The weekend of traditional Polynesian sports includes javelin throwing, stone lifting, coconut shelling, coconut tree climbing, and fruit carrier race.
Rubbed with monoi (coconut oil) and simply dressed in a pareu in the purest Tahitian tradition, competitors run a two-km race with two loads of fruits fixed on either end of a bamboo stick.
The race tests the athletes' speed, agility and endurance, and pays homage to the traditional transportation method still used to this day during their harvest time in June.
All Blacks in Samoa
Check out the All Blacks cooling off and having fun at Papase'ea (Sliding Rocks) after their test last week!
Vid courtesy of Code.
PNG take Gold in Rugby League 9's at Pacific Games!
The host country of the XV Pacific Games defeted Samoa in the final 38-10 to win gold, much to the delight of the home crowd.
The host team were on fine form throughout the tournament, and their win was a huge morale boost for the country. Tonga come away with the bronze medal after narrowly defeating Fiji 16-14 in the bronze medal match.
The Rugby League gold brings the PNG tally up 74, with a total of 32 gold overall with one more week left for the games.
Snapchat Story: All Blacks Vs Manu Samoa 2015 with 'CocofreshTV'
Man!!!! What a beautiful moment in history! One of the most epic matches between between the NZ All Blacks Manu Samoa! Here are some snaps we managed to get off the field with some of our favorite present and pass players. Thanks for these cool guys for the shout outs!
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All Blacks vs Manu Samoa highlights
Check out the highlights from the All Blacks vs Manu Samoa test match at Apia Park!
Vid courtesy of the All Blacks.