Wellington students thrive in learning initiatives using Pacific and Māori dance
A number of Wellington schools are using cultural dance to help with their learning.
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Government cuts will hit Pasifika communities hard
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Seymour and Peters should be ashamed denigrating Efeso Collins’ legacy
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Tongan PM gives up defence portfolio for noble
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