Panel talk: The impact and legacy of the Dawn Raids

As part of the weekend of commemorating Dawn Raids, this talk will reflect on a dark time in Aotearoa New Zealand’s history, what has happened in the 50 years since the Dawn Raids, and how this has shaped the design of the new mural, with Oscar Knightley MNZM, Tigilau Ness, Nina Nawalowalo ONZM, Mere (Toroa) Montgomery, and Liana Leiataua.

Following on from a series of talanoa workshops engaging pacific voices throughout the year, we acknowledge the stories and testimonies that have shaped our creative project, honouring our communities here in Aotearoa, and the legacies of our people across Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa.

Panellists Oscar Knightley MNZM, Tigilau Ness, Nina Nawalowalo ONZM, Mere (Toroa) Montgomery, and Liana Leiataua reflect on that history and the creation of our city mural project in Te Whanganaui-A-Tara, with the hope towards a brighter future.

This event will be livestreamed.