SPASIFIK Magazine is hot off the press and hot on the shelves!
It’s our fiftieth issue, and we’re looking back at some of our favourites, and bringing you a special retro subscription offer.
In our cover story we speak to Battleship’s Tongan star John Tui about his rise to fame from the streets of Otara, and what is was like working with Rihanna.
Shortland Street’s turning 20, so we look back at memorable Maori and Pacific characters throughout the years.
We cover the funeral of Tonga’s King George Tupou V, and columnist Paea Wolfgramm reflects on his legacy.
Guest writer and Australian-based lawyer Matautia Phineas Hartson talks about Pacific crime in Australia and investigates whether it is as big a problem as the media would have us believe.
In June, Samoa celebrates 50 years of independence. We look at events both here and in Samoa.
In UPFRONT, meet our new SPASIFIK journalists, spend five minutes with Vince Harder, and take a look at the finalists for May’s Pacific Music Awards.
We preview the upcoming Festival of Pacific Arts, and focus on Mainland artists who will be heading to the Solomon Islands in July.
Olympic hopeful and SPASIFIK fitness columnist Sarah Cowley teaches us the best techniques for effective dumbbell exercises.
All Black-turned-doctor Jeremy Stanley tells us about his career switch.
In health, we look at the impact of community festivals, and address the issue of cultural competency for healthcare professionals
Plus there’s Polyfest and Pasifika swagg, Miss Fresh Factor 2012, books, music, and more.
SPASIFIK Magazine, Pacific and Maori proud!
