Pacific Days 2026

From a $10 mango to a powerful message about life, dreams, and hope.

Tiger Lotiss joined us on 531pi to talk about the inspiration behind his brand-new single, Tiger in the Garden, the realities of adulthood, and the journey towards his debut album.

Listen to the full podcast now on the 531pi Facebook page.

Laughton Kora joined us on 531pi to talk about Black Comet's brand-new single, My Prerogative, a galactic funk reimagining of Bobby Brown's classic.

From bringing the song from the live stage into the studio, to putting their own Black Comet spin on an iconic hit and what's next for the band, it was a great catch-up.

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Naia Awatea and Makayla joined us on 531pi to share the story behind Silk & Soul—a celebration of music, storytelling, and the strength of wāhine Māori.

From their personal journeys to inspiring the next generation, it was a heartfelt conversation you won't want to miss.

Watch the full interview now on the 531pi Facebook...

Kōanga Festival is back!

We caught up with Artistic Director Amber Curreen to talk about this year's celebration of Māori and Pacific performing arts, its connection with Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, and what audiences can look forward to when Kōanga Festival...

Their latest single is bold, honest and packed with purpose.

We caught up with Ngawai and Tupz from Corrella to talk about the story behind "Not I"—from the meaning behind the lyrics to the conversations they hope this song will inspire.

If you've heard the track, now hear the story.

Watch the full interview now on the 531pi Facebook page.

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We're joined by singer-songwriter Tīpare for a conversation about her latest waiata, Star Scars. Inspired by healing, hope and whakapapa, we'll explore the story behind the music and the journey that shaped it. Stay with us for what promises to be a thoughtful talanoa.

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Matariki is a time to come together, celebrate our stories, and connect through music and culture. Today on Island Time, we're chatting about 8TH WONDER – A Festival of Sound & Culture, a brand-new festival bringing some of Aotearoa's biggest artists together for an unforgettable live music experience. Joining us are Joel Shadbolt from L.A.B and Pipiwharauroa Campbell from Corrella to talk about the festival, what fans ca...

On Pacific Days, we catch up with proud Pacific performer Lavina Williams as she returns home to Aotearoa for the global hit musical & Juliet, opening at The Civic.

Reimagining the classic Romeo and Juliet, this bold production asks — what if Juliet chose her own path?

Talofa lava, and warm Pacific greetings. We are pleased to highlight an exceptional performing arts group visiting from Fiji: Mauri Creative Arts and Entertainment.

They arrived in Auckland on February 24 aboard the MSN Cruise ship to present ‘Viti kei Rotuma,’ a cultural showcase.

 It is a pleasure to welcome you to 531PI as you share your journey with us. Darik Finiasi & Rose Tifanue-Antonio Managing Director...

For the first time, this iconic festival expands to two full days at Hagley Park, bringing together 25 Canterbury schools to light up the stage with song, dance, and Pacific energy. It’s a celebration of our tamaiti, our culture, and our unbreakable community spirit.

Joining me to unpack this journey and share what’s coming this March is Riki Welsh, Chairperson of the Spac Pac Canterbury Charitable Trust. Kia ora Riki, ...

Big changes are on the way for mobile users across Aotearoa. New Zealand is switching off its 3G network on 31 March as the country moves to faster 4G and 5G technology. While this upgrade will mean better speed and coverage for many people, some older phones may no longer work properly — especially in an emergency.

Spark New Zealand has announced it will block around 300 older mobile phones, mostly certain ASUS models. Altho...

Special guest LIVE on Zoom. Kirikiriroa-born artist Myshaan represents Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāpuhi, and Tainui, bringing the sound and spirit of Aotearoa to audiences across the Pacific, from Fiji to Hawai‘i.

With viral tracks like Carry My Heart and a growing list of chart-topping singles, Myshaan has quickly made his mark on the music scene.

 Now he celebrates the release of his debut EP, My Love, which showcases his uniq...

We’ve got a truly inspiring guest on Pacific Days today — a woman proving that passion, dedication, and excellence don’t retire with age.

Joining us is Suzanne Jackson, star striker for the mighty North Harbour “Golden Girls” Women’s 65+ hockey team. The team has just secured their third consecutive gold medal at the prestigious Vantage National Masters Tournament&nb...

Today on Pacific Spotlight we’re welcoming Hamilton’s own Verity to 531PI.

With over 518k supporters on TikTok and more than 120k followers on Instagram, Verity continues to build a powerful presence across Aotearoa’s music scene. Her brand-new single Like It’s London is out now — a bold pop-soul anthem capturing those wild youth nights, big confidence, and the journey of growing up and ...