Welcome, kia ora, fakalofa lahi atu, kia orana, halo olgeta, malo e lelei, ni sa bula vinaka, kam na mauri, aloha, taloha ni, talofa lava, tēnā koutou katoa
During Pasifika Festival 2009, the University of Auckland Library participated with other Faculties and services in promoting course and career information at the University marquee. In addition the Library team ran a quiz and provided prizes for those willing to answer some questions on the Pacific.
These consisted of:
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What are the other Pacific Island words that mean the same as whenua?
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What are the major Pacific groupings of islands called?
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What are other words for Pacific (in Pacific languages)?
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Name some Pacific authors?
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How do you say thank you in one Pacific language?
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Who are some legendary gods of the Pacific?
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Can you tell me about Sina and Sinilau? What are they famous for?
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Tell me about the face of the coconut.
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Name three uses of the coconut tree.
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What are some Pacific words for love?
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Are there any Pacific Island kingdoms still in existence? What are they?
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What is another word for Pakeha in a Pacific language?
The day started off beautiful, with many people, much laughter, and lots of music. The quiz attracted over 250 entries and the draw was held at 1pm and the winners of the prizes are:
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Valerie Ikenasio from Avondale
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Vaka Moana : Voyages of the Ancestors
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Gill Bryant from Parnell
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CD of various artists donated by Archives Māori and Pacific Music
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Harry Asche from Birkenhead
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Ofeiha Stowers from Otara
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The Māori and Pasifika Services Team would like to thank the organisers and all those that participated in Pasifika Festival. Thank you for coming to our stand next to Niu FM and will see you at the Pasifika Festival 2010.
Fa’afetai, Mahalo, Vinaka, Malo aupito, Fakaue atu, Meitaki