"If it has existed for 50 years, there is no doubt there is value in it," says Tauanu'u Perenise Sitagata Tapu, who performed in the first Polyfest almost five decades ago.

TikTok is in shambles as all eyes are on St Gabriel’s High School after their Samoan group went full flop era at Polyfest.

McAuley celebrated Tauanu'u's legacy while also emphasising the taupou's presence, as she donned the 'ie sina, an ancient, traditional shaggy mat that was worn by esteemed Samoan women during the ...