Heart and Soul!

The Generator Newsletter

Issue 8

Toni Tisch (Māori), single mother of four, leveraged her Chef qualifications to start a healthy kai pakihi, Nourished . Est 2024. By working from home, she can care for her tamariki and build a legacy for a better future. Her Overnight Protein Oat Tubs have become a hit, now supplying many customers around Tāmaki and providing her with an income.

Important Announcements & Updates!

Upcoming Events

The 2025 ASB Polyfest in Auckland will be celebrated from April 2-5 at the Manukau Sports Bowl, featuring Pasifika and Māori music, dance, costumes, food, and cultural competitions.

Don't miss these displays of Māori and Pasifika pride and our Generites!

Dunedin: Moana Nui Festival, 29 March Forsyth Barr Stadium
Christchurch: Polyfest, May 10-12, Hagley Park
Wellington: Wellington Pasifika Festival, June 15-17, , TSB Arena
Tauranga: Pasifika Festival in the Bay, July 20-22, Trustpower Baypark Arena
Whangarei: Whangarei Pasifika Festival, August 5-7, Northland Events Centre
Whanganui: Whanganui Pasifika Festival, August 9-10, Jubilee Stadium
Tokoroa: Tokoroa Pasifika Festival, September 10-12, South Waikato Sports & Events Centre
Kaitaia: Kaitaia Pasifika Festival, October 15-17, Te Ahu Centre

Generator in South Island

Tuesday 1 April Christchurch: Day and evening, 10am – 5pm or 6– 8pm.Bealey Quarter (meeting room), 263 Bealey Avenue Christchurch.
Wednesday 2 April Dunedin: Day, 11.30am – 1pm. Startup Dunedin, 20 Leithbank, North Dunedin.
Wednesday 2 April Dunedin: Evening, 6pm – 8pm, Pacific Trust Otago, 16 McBride St, South Dunedin.
Wednesday 2 April Oamaru: Evening, 6pm – 8pm, Oamaru Pacific Island Community Group Inc, 22-26 Ribble Street, Oamaru.
Thursday 3 April Dunedin: Day, 9am – 11am. Startup Dunedin, 20 Leithbank, North Dunedin.
Friday April 4 Invercargill: Day, 10am – 2pm, Ascot Park Hotel, Cnr Tay Street & Racecourse Rd

Sign up Here. Bring your photo ID, current community services card, and proof of address to the hui.

Highlight for March!

🎉Congratulations to Sina Tagiilima, owner and creator of TruColors, on securing commission work with several organizations in NZ and Australia! 🎉

TruColors is where Sina stays true to her heart, blending traditional and modern art using Perspex light and natural materials. Her work explores themes of truth, identity, and connections. 🌟

Keep shining, Sina! 🌈

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