Mana of the Pacific

The South Pacific Island Association (UQSPIA) in collaboration with UQlife bring you 'Mana of the Pacific', a cultural celebration of all pacific islander peoples past and present. Immerse yourself in their stories, music, traditions and arts and crafts during the day then attend a spectacular traditional feast and live show in the evening. The first half of the day will be free and open to all, but tickets must be purchased for the Luau (dinner and show) if you wish to attend. This is a day not to be missed!

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Time	Activity	Location
12-4pm	Main Stage Opening prayer and welcome Pasific Climate Warriors Pasifica Combined Associations Performance Live Music	Great Court
12-1pm	Living Book Series: Tales of the Pacific	Schonell Theatre
1-4pm	Pacific Island Workshops Maori Workshops (Tipare and Ta moko) Vaka Workshop Weaving Workshop Pare Ei Workshop	Great Court
1-2.30pm	Film Screening of VAI (2019)	Schonell Theatre
2.30-3.30pm	VAI Panel Discussion	Schonell Theatre
4-5.30pm	Second Film Screening of VAI	Schonell Theatre
5.30-8pm	Mana of the Pacific Luau (Dinner and Show) Traditional celebration feast and live show (Ticketed event - $12 Students, $25 Community)	Great Court

Past sessions

Mana of the Pacific: Traditional celebration feast and live show (Ticketed event)

5 March 2020 5:30pm–8:00pm

in Mana of the Pacific

Enjoy a live show with performers from various pacifc islander cultures whilst feasting on a delicious meal cooked via the traditional method Hangi. You must purchase a ticket for this event.

Mana of the Pacific

5 March 2020 1:00pm–4:00pm

in Mana of the Pacific

The South Pacific Island Association (UQSPIA) in collaboration with UQlife bring you Mana Pacific, a cultural celebration of all pacific islander peoples past and present.

Film Screening and Panel Discussion: Vai (2019)

5 March 2020 1:00pm–3:00pm

in Mana of the Pacific

Come to this special screening of the 2019 documentary Vai and hear from an all-female panel after the screening.

Living Book Series: Tales of the Pacific

5 March 2020 12:00pm–1:00pm

in Mana of the Pacific

Part of our Living Books Series dedicated to exploring shared experiences, Tales of the Pacific will explore stories of growing up and living in the South Pacific.