Fakatoukatea Indigenous Leadership

18/08/2026

17/08/2026

Malie ‘Uluakimaka Kaivelata, Kolisi Tutuku Tonga - Onehunga High School Tongan Alumni

Fakatoukatea at OHS.

12/08/2026

Onehunga High School 2026 Year 9 Tongan Leaders.

🇹🇴 The Fakatoukatea Tongan Leadership Programme has begun its 12th year at Onehunga High School, welcoming a new group of Year 9 Tongan students for 2026.

The first session focused on Manatu. Through talatalanoa and art, students explored the values of ‘Ofa, Fatongia, Tukupā and Tauhi and how these values shape leadership within their families, school and community.

We sincerely thank Anahila Kanongata’a and Sosepa Hausia-Schaumkel for their work in designing and delivering Fakatoukatea at OHS over the past 12 years. We also acknowledge Dr Linita Manu’atu, who has supported the programme since its inception.

OHS is proud to continue its partnership with Fakatoukatea and support the next generation of Tongan leaders.

07/08/2026

On Friday 7 August 2026, marked the first Fakatoukatea session at Onehunga High School for our 12th year.

It was wonderful to welcome 17 students, one parent and to see the faces and hear the voices of this year's Year 9 leaders. Every year, Onehunga High School selects a group of young leaders to take part in the Fakatoukatea Leadership Programme. This year, 19 students have been confirmed and I was mafana to begin this journey with them.

Our first session focused on Manatu, the anchor of the Fakatoukatea Leadership. Together, we explored the values of talatalanoa through art about ‘Ofa, Fatongia, Tukupā and Tauhi - principles that shape leadership and also how we serve our families, school and community.

As we begin this year together, we are reminded of the values that underpin Onehunga High School's motto: Loyalty and Courage – Loto Mateaki mo e Loto To'a. These values align closely with the Fakatoukatea Folau as our young leaders grow in character, strengthen their relationships and develop the confidence to lead with integrity and purpose.

For twelve years, it has been an honour to walk alongside these young leaders as they awaken to who they are, strengthen their relationships and embrace leadership anchored in service.

We're also looking forward to next week's session, when we will be joined by Dr Linita Manu'atu, whose wisdom and experience will add great value to our programme.

Mālō 'aupito to Onehunga High School, the students, their kainga, Kolisi Tutuku , everyone who continues to support the Folau of Fakatoukatea . Here's to another year of growing the next generation of leaders.

and – Loto Mateaki mo e Loto To'a.

23/07/2026

Malo Pita e Fakakoloa ‘o Aotearoa. We are happy to see the growth of our Fakatoukatea students 👏.

⭐ Congratulations to Year 10 student Pita Fahina on receiving this week's WAKA Award for Leading with Integrity.

Always willing to support others, Pita has a positive impact on those around him.

Pita is an exemplary role model at Onehunga High School. His peers know they can always turn to him for support, and he consistently sets high standards through his respectful attitude, diligence and commitment both inside and outside the classroom. He demonstrates honesty, integrity and respect in everything he does.

Pita is regularly commended by his teachers for his strong work ethic, positive attitude and the way he contributes to a supportive learning environment. A very deserving recipient of this week's WAKA Award, Pita embodies the values we strive to uphold at OHS.

Ka pai, Pita!

09/07/2026

Matariki 🌟✨💫

07/07/2026

Malie Papakura High School!

02/07/2026

Kia ora.

02/07/2026

Malo 🥰

25/06/2026

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