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Believe, Become, Inspire
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Students from Kedgley Intermediate worked with teacher-author David Riley to tell stories of the inspirational alumni who have attended their school. Believe, Become, Inspire features profiles of Auckland’s mayor, Phil Goff, former Black Ferns captain, Fiao’o Fa’amausili, rugby league legend, Jason Taumalolo, as well as business people, artists, activists and lots more achievers who got their start at the famous South Auckland school.

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In My DNA
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Ten young people from Pacific Advance Secondary School worked with teacher-author David Riley to share stories of the people, cultures and places that make them who they are, bring them joy and inspire them to be excellent.

‘I appreciate those cultural teachings because they’re part of my DNA … I will always remember what my grandma taught me, wherever I go.’ (Christian Faimalo)

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Ko Au Ko e Tama Niue
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I can’t wait to go back to Niue and learn more about my culture and my people.’ (Abigail Ikiua)

Fourteen Niue young people worked with teacher-writer David Riley, to bring you this book – Ko Au Ko e Tama Niue. The stories they’ve written demonstrate their immense pride in being Niue. You’ll read about a beloved ancestor, swimming in Niue, fishing with Grandpa, how to make a kahoa, and their love for their language, dance and culture! Come and share the beauty of Niue culture with them. Oue tulou!

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Tuvalu Toku Atufenua Pele
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‘I value my Tuvaluan heritage. I want to pass it on to my children in the future so they can do the same.’ (Fiesola Puafolau)

Eight Tuvaluan young people worked with teacher-writer David Riley, to bring you this book – Tuvalu Toku Atufenua Pele. The stories they’ve written demonstrate their immense pride in being Tuvaluan. You’ll read about Grandma’s weaving, kaleve, te ano, how to make a kahoa, their Olympic heroes, and their love for their language, legends, clothing, fatele and culture! Come and share the beauty of Tuvaluan culture with them.

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Ko Hoku Fonuá
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‘I’ve been to many countries. But there’s nowhere that gives me the same feeling as my fonua, Tonga.’ (Anisi Pulotu)

Ten Tongan young people worked with teacher-writer David Riley, to bring you this book – Ko Hoku Fonuá. The stories they’ve written demonstrate their immense pride in being Tongan. You’ll read about the importance of family and lotu, their favourite Tongan foods and clothing, their love for Tongan arts like dance and drumming, first trips to Tonga, and of course their admiration for Tongan heroes like Jason Taumalolo! Come and share some of the beauty of Tongan culture with them.

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La’u Penina Tautele
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‘I will always remember the last words my parents said to me before I came here: “Don’t forget who you are.” I’m proud of who I am. I’m proud to be Sāmoan.’

‘O le ā ‘ou manatua pea ‘upu mulimuli a oʻu matua iā te aʻu ‘ae ‘ou te leʻi sau i’inei: “Aua neʻi e fa’agaloina oe.” ‘Ou te mitamita lava iā te aʻu. ‘Ou te mitamita ona o a’u o le Sāmoa.’

In La’u Penina Tautele, 11 young people from Tangaroa College in Ōtara, South Auckland, share how they stay connected to their culture, though they’re far from home.

The young writers worked with teacher-writer David Riley to select objects that represent who they are as Pacific young people, and to tell stories about them in English and Sāmoan.

You’ll be inspired to read about how proud these youth are of their identity – it’s a penina tautele to them, a pearl of great price.

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Ō.T.A.R.A.
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Ō.T.A.R.A

(Ode To An(often dis)Regarded Audience)

This powerful collection features writing by ten young men from Ōtara, a place often misunderstood and unfairly criticised by media and wider society. Through their words, they proudly reveal the true spirit of Ōtara – a vibrant community rich in resilience, culture, and beauty that lies in the people themselves. These voices challenge negative stereotypes and invite readers to see Ōtara through fresh eyes, celebrating the strength and pride that grows deep in this unique place.

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Ō.T.A.R.A
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Ngā Tamaiti Rangatira
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I love supporting those who support me.

I believe one day I’ll be successful.

I dream about a lot of things.

I say, ‘Live life to the fullest.’ (Rayshianah)

Ngā Tamaiti Rangatira is a collection of writing by young people from the Tipu Whare program at Panama Road School.

Working with teacher-writer David Riley, these rangatahi share their thoughts about life, their dreams and the special people they admire.

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This Special Place
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“Happiness fills our street, people breathe it in like sweet air.”

“When I’m with my family, in this special place, I wish I could never leave.”

In This Special Place, children from Flat Bush School share what they love about growing up in Ōtara, South Auckland. Watch out world, these ten young authors are coming … with their aroha, commitment, passion and talent!

Check out an article by Read NZ Te Pou Muramura about the project.

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Where I Live
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‘In South Auckland strangers offer warm smiles, talking to one another like they know each other. They say, “Thank you,” “Please,” and “Sorry.” That lets you know they’re being sincere and they mean it. I feel safe and I feel warm where I live, in my home in South Auckland.’

Where I Live celebrates growing up in South Auckland. In this book, 11 students from St Mary MacKillop School in Mangere East describe the things they love about their amazing community. Teacher-author, David Riley, grew up in Mangere too, and helps the students find the words to express their thoughts. Be blessed, encouraged and inspired by these young people as they highlight the beauty of their home … South Auckland.

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Kickin’ It: The Richie Mo’unga Story
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Kickin’ It: the Richie Mo’unga Story is the inspirational story of Richie’s journey from Christchurch, New Zealand, to rugby stadiums around the world. But it’s more than a rugby story. It’s about the power of self-belief. The need to make sacrifices. The joy of seeing your dreams come true. Come and find out how.

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Kickin’ It: The Richie Mo’unga Story
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You’ll Be Right: The Damian McKenzie Story
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He’s a blond pocket rocket!

He’s like a magician with a box of tricks!

He’s dazzling, lightning, electrifying!

But he’s only 175 centimetres (5 feet 9 inches) tall and weighs just 78 kilograms. How does he do it?

You’ll Be Right is the inspiring story of Damian McKenzie’s journey from the deep south of New Zealand to rugby stadiums around the world.

But it’s more than a rugby story.

It’s about the beauty of our dreams. The need to be brave. The power of self-belief!

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You’ll Be Right: the Damian McKenzie Story
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Hammer Time: The Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow Story
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Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and his Indigenous All Stars teammates walk onto the field for their game against the Māori All Stars. Fireworks explode like fingers of fire and Indigenous music fills the air. The Indigenous team’s faces are painted white and they carry spears.

This is going to be a battle!

Hamiso steps forward. He carries his ancestors and family from the Torres Strait Islands on his shoulders. He begins to chant …

Find out what happened next in Hammer Time: the Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow Story!

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Hammer Time
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Freestyle: The Israel Adesanya Story
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Boom! Tick! Boom-tick! Boom! Tick! Boom-tick-tick!

Three men dressed in camo gear emerge through a tunnel into Marvel Arena. They’re dance friends of Israel Adesanya. Israel joins them. They huddle-lock arms-bounce-bounce-split! Boom! Tick! Boom-tick! It’s the biggest moment of Israel’s life …

Freestyle: The Israel Adesanya Story is the inspirational story of Israel Adesanya’s journey from Nigeria to New Zealand to UFC stadiums around the world.

But it’s more than a martial arts fighter story.

It’s about the power of our imaginations. The need to back ourselves. The joy that comes from going for it!

Come and find out how. “Iiiiiiiiiiiit’s … tiiiiiiiiime!”

Freestyle was shortlisted in the 2023 NZ Book Awards for Children and Young People.

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On Your Side – The Ibrahim Omer Story
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“Kia ora and salaam alaikum. My name is Ibrahim Omer … I stand here today in front of you bursting with pride as a Kiwi who loves Aotearoa New Zealand.”

As a child Ibrahim Omer dreamed of being a leader and helping people. Many years later his dream came true … but in the most thrilling, emotional and unexpected way … and in a place thousands of kilometers away from where he grew up!

Find out how it happened in On Your Side: The Omer Ibrahim Story.

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Bryan Williams: Pacific Pioneer
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Bryan Williams – Pacific Pioneer is the inspirational story of one of the first great Pasifikan All Blacks. Bryan beat his opponents with speed, sidestepping or sometimes just by running over the top of them! He inspired future generations of Pasifikan All Blacks, like Michael Jones and Jonah Lomu. But Bryan and his All Blacks teammates did something even greater off the field. Something more important than rugby. Something that helped change a whole country.

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