Talei Anderson
Olivia Selemaia: A young teen smashing weightlifting records across the board
"If you're still a kid like me, a teenager like me, there's no need to like, think about doing sports professionally. Just enjoy what you're doing now."
At 15 years old, Olivia Selemaia is smashing… Video, Audio
Turning the Page: Linda Vagana's reading revolution
Former New Zealand and Samoa netball international Linda Vagana is hoping to revive a love of reading in homes across Aotearoa and the Pacific. Audio
Champions of the Pacific for 16 June 2021
A weekly sports show exploring the triumphs, struggles and passions of the Pasifika athlete. Audio
The netball star eliminating barriers for Māori and Pasifika
Southern Steel shooter Tiana Metuarau is doing her bit to eliminate barriers for Māori and Pasifika netballers. The 20-year-old of Cook Island, Tahitian and Māori descent has created a new pathway, Te… Audio
Champions of the Pacific for 2 June 2021
A weekly show that puts the spotlight on Pasifika sport. Audio
Let's hear it for the girls
Blaire Apu'ula dreams of one day playing alongside her rugby heroes in the world champion Black Ferns.
Last year the 11 year old delivered a speech at school encouraging more girls to join in and… Video, Audio
Champions of the Pacific for 26 May 2021
A weekly sport show that celebrates the very best of Pacific Island sport on and off the field. Audio
How to deal with pushy player agents
Former Super Rugby and NRL player Tupou Sopoaga and Pacific Rugby Players Chairman Hale T-Pole discuss the challenges facing young Pasifika players who are being promised the world by player agents… Audio
Champions of the Pacific for 19 May 2021
A weekly sport show that puts the Pasifika athlete first. Audio
Solwota Sista: Breaking waves for girls in Vanuatu
Growing up in Vanuatu, the idea of females surfing was frowned upon. Despite a number of surfing competitions being held on the island, girls were never included. But thanks to pioneers like Risu… Audio
Champions of the Pacific for 12 May 2021
A weekly sport show that celebrates the best of Pacific Island sport. Audio
The unstoppable Elsie Albert
Papua New Guinea rugby league star Elsie Albert is a rugby league trailblazer, tackling gender stereotypes back home, and carving a path for other young women to chase their sporting dreams. Audio
Champions of the Pacific for 5 May 2021
A weekly sports show that is all about the Pasifika athlete. Audio
Life after sport: Pasifika athletes changing the narrative on and off the field
What is being done to help today's Pasifika sportspeople prepare for tomorrow? Is it something they're thinking about? Hurricanes Professional Development Manager Arden David-Perrot and All Blacks… Audio
Champions of the Pacific for 14 April 2021
A weekly sports show that supports the Pasifika athlete win, lose or draw. Audio
Katelyn Vaha'akolo: the rugby league star with a voice for change
Kiwis rugby league international Katelyn Vaha'akolo could make her World Cup debut later this year, but the 20 year old is just as motivated about achieving goals off the field, advocating for the… Audio
Champions of the Pacific for 7 April 2021
A weekly sports show that celebrates the highs, lows and unsung heroes of Pacific Island sport. Audio
Paddling in a pandemic: Pacific Olympians gear up for Tokyo
A couple of Pacific Olympians have taken the rough waters of the Covid-19 pandemic in their stride as they prepare for the Tokyo Games. Audio
Champions of the Pacific for 31 March 2021
A weekly sports show that gives voice to Pacific Island athletes. Audio
Amini Fonua making a splash in and out of the pool
Amini Fonua carried the flag for Tonga at the 2012 London Olympics. Now the 31 year old wants to use his platform to promote water safety and lead the way for others in the rainbow community. Audio