Village day in diaspora / by Teena Brown Pulu

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Title

Village day in diaspora / by Teena Brown Pulu

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National Library of New Zealand

Collection

Index New Zealand

Description

Contributes observations on the inaugural village observance day held by Auckland Tongan diaspora affiliated to Kolonga, a rural farming settlement in Tonga, 26 Oct 2015. Ponders the village mentality and social phenomenon of sub-nationalism driving Kolonga day. Observes and comments on the cultural chaos and mixed feelings generated by the celebration. Explores why Tongan village days have taken off in diaspora.

Format

Journal

Date created

2015

Creator

Brown Pulu, Teena

URL

http://natlib.govt.nz/records/36515163

Related subjects

Tongans / Ethnic festivals / Village communities / Special days

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