Global Peace Torch arrives in Niue for the first time
Locals across the motu took part in the world’s largest peace torch relay this week….
EVENTS
Niue Powerlifting Competition draws crowds
A total of 10 powerlifters took part in the competition both local and abroad
Laga Lafalafa makes comeback after 5 years
Around 80 youths all together took part in the Laga Lafalafa which is expected to make a return again next year.
Mutalau Show Day ends month long celebration
There was dancing and singing by the Mutalau community throughout the day which was a fitting end to the month-long celebrations marking Niue’s 50 years of self-government
Niue Vaka race draws crowd
The organizing committee thanked every participant as there were many vakas out on the water to celebrate this year’s event with an increased number of women taking part compared to previous years
Book written by Niuean Children on culture and experience launched
“This is the first book in a series, there will be one for Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu and Fiji but Niue is first to celebrate your 50th,” Riley said.
Aliutu Women’s Group launch a collection of stories in book
The group also launched a Book titled “Aliutu and Me-50 years Celebration” a collection of stories from the women of Aliutu and pictures from important events that they were a part of.
Artist Pule exhibits artwork for 50th Commemoration last week
Fresh off from his successful solo exhibition in New York last month, renowned Niuean Artist John held an exhibition last Tuesday as part of the calendar of events for the 50th Anniversary celebration
King Charles III sends video message of well wishes to Niue
King Charles was saddened that he couldn’t attend the special occasion, his majesty wanted everyone on the island to know that his thoughts and that of the royal family was with all the Niuean people on this important day.
Governor General Dame Cindy Kiro highlights the flourishing bond between Niue and NZ
“Since 1974 New Zealand has been proud to be Niue’s constitutional partner, the bonds between our two nations have flourished nurtured by our shared history, language, culture and citizenship.”