Photo credit: Photo on abc.net.au Pacific, by Cora-Allan
The traditional Niuean bark cloth practice of hiapo has been lying dormant for several generations after slowly disappearing in the early 1900s — now, one artist in Aotearoa New Zealand has reawakened the practice. Cora-Allan, a visual artist of Māori and Niuean descent, has spent years researching and reviving the practice of hiapo and is regarded as one of the only living traditional makers in Aotearoa New Zealand and Niue.
Bahamas Ambassador to the UN, HE Stan Smith and Solomon Islands Ambassador to the UN HE Jane Watera. Photo credit: caribbean.loopnews.com
The Bahamas and Solomon Islands have signed a Joint Communique to formalise diplomatic relations. The agreement was signed by Bahamian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Stan Smith and his Solomon Islands colleague Ambassador Jane Waetara last week in New York.
Tourism Fiji launches second Counting Coral Sculptural Coral Gene Bank at Vomo Island
As Fiji steps further to preserve the importance of our marine ecosystems for generations to come, Tourism Fiji launched its second Counting Coral Sculptural Coral Gene Bank at Vomo Island. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism Viliame Gavoka says the launch of the Counting Coral Sculptural Coral Gene Bank at Vomo Island is another important step towards sustainable tourism and highlights the importance of preserving our marine ecosystems.
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Island Innovation Impact Report 2023:Transforming Narratives, Empowering Communities
