In a major step forward for Pasifika youth in West Auckland, the Le Moana West Collective has announced a $52,000 funding boost to support the Pasifika Olaga Lei Project—a transformative initiative that focuses on uplifting the wellbeing of 'by Pasifika, for Pasifika' youth organizations' in Tāmaki Makaurau. 

Collectives from West Auckland Together, Le Moana West, and The West Auckland Māori Thought Leadership gathered at the new Tipping Point site, igniting a shared sense of purpose. With the presence of Waste Solutions, MPHS, and Waste Operations, the hui focused on raising awareness around a crucial goal: a sustainable, Zero Waste future for Auckland.

In an exciting move for West Auckland’s Pacific community, Ruta Tonumaivao, Healthy Families Waitākere Pacific Systems Innovator and co-founder of Tapasā Navigating Futures, has been appointed as the Collaboration & Engagement Lead for the Le Moana West Collective.