Courage to show you care

Having lost his job, the family home and his 15-year-old son – Kelly – by suicide in 2000, Zack Makoare spent the following seven years agonising as to why. It was to be the start of a journey to deal with his anger and grief. Zack set up the Te Taitimu...

National Science Challenges: Pasifika stream

There are 11 National Science Challenges, each targeting a bold goal in a different area of science. Overseen by the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) is privileged to serve on the reference group for A Better Start: E tipu e rea National...

NRL adds power for change to its State of Mind programme

The NRL has launched another drive in a series of community campaigns to promote positive mental wellbeing. The power for change campaign that’s supported by expert health partners including Le Va, features NRL players, referees and clubs. St George Illawarra NRL...

Celebrating Pasifika Culture

Auckland ASB Polyfest and Pasifika, March 2017 Le Va had a strong presence at recent Pasifika events held annually in Auckland showcasing Pasifika talent and culture. This year we provided a space to #Recharge, (recharge mobile phones), #Rehydrate (get a free bottle...

‘Express Yourself’ Pacific Potential – film competition

In collaboration with the Pasifika Film Festival 2017, Le Va was honoured to have hosted the ‘Express yourself’ Pacific Potential Film competition. A call to action was sent out to all budding actors, directors or those simply with an interest in film-making...

Covid-19 Update

Face-to-face workshops will not continue while New Zealand is at Level 4. We will be in contact with all participants soon.