Moana Connect

Moana Connect We are committed to elevating the stories and experiences of our Moana families and communities.

Our mission is to ensure their voices are heard and translates to positive change.

Join us for an insightful Moana Talks webinar exploring key findings from the Growing Up in New Zealand longitudinal stu...
05/06/2026

Join us for an insightful Moana Talks webinar exploring key findings from the Growing Up in New Zealand longitudinal study, and what they reveal about the wellbeing, development, strengths, and aspirations of Pacific communities in Aotearoa.

Hear from researchers as they unpack how evidence over time can help shape better outcomes for Pacific children, families, and future generations.

To register, simply scan the QR code or head to the link in our bio

Wearing our PJs today in support of Safe Sleep Awareness and helping spread an important message for our communities. 💜P...
05/06/2026

Wearing our PJs today in support of Safe Sleep Awareness and helping spread an important message for our communities. 💜

PJs today, safe sleep every day.

04/06/2026

From shared Samoan cuisines to shared moments of fun. Watch as some of our team take on the challenge of figuring out Samoan words and sentences while listening to loud music through headphones 🎧😄

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03/06/2026

Taking Safe Sleep messages into our communities🕺🏾

The Moana Connect team was out in the community sharing the Foundations for Sleep:

✨ FREE
✨ Face Up & Face Clear
✨ Firm & Flat
✨ Fathers & Families

We quizzed community members to see what they remembered, and they nailed it! 🙌 Even better, many shared how grateful they were for the information and the confidence it gave them to support safe sleep for Pepe.

Together, we’re creating safer sleep spaces, one conversation at a time! 🤝

🌙✨ SAFE SLEEP WEEK GIVEAWAY ✨🌙Every baby deserves a safe start. This Safe Sleep Week, we’re raising awareness about the ...
01/06/2026

🌙✨ SAFE SLEEP WEEK GIVEAWAY ✨🌙

Every baby deserves a safe start. This Safe Sleep Week, we’re raising awareness about the importance of safe sleep practices for our pepe and supporting aiga in our community. 💛

To celebrate, we have some amazing giveaways up for grabs:

🎉 A Samsung 55” TV
🎉 2x Cots (1x Wooden Cot & 1x Portable Cot)
🎉 A gift basket filled with baby essentials

To enter, simply tag and nominate a family member or friend below and tell us why they deserve to win. 💬

Let’s come together to spread awareness, support our families, and keep our babies safe because safe sleep saves lives!💛

31/05/2026

Safe sleep week is officially here!💛

This week is dedicated to raising awareness about keeping our babies safe during sleep and helping to reduce the risk of SUDI.

Each day we’ll share one of the Foundations for Safe Sleep
✨ FREE
✨Face Up & Face Clear
✨Firm & Flat
✨Fathers & Families

Today, a proud Father shares how confident he feels knowing his baby sleeps safely, supported by Family and strong open communication🫂💛

Are you working with Pepe, Tamaiti, or Aiga in their earliest years? 🌺Our Tapuaki Training Programme is designed to stre...
26/05/2026

Are you working with Pepe, Tamaiti, or Aiga in their earliest years? 🌺

Our Tapuaki Training Programme is designed to strengthen your knowledge, confidence, and cultural grounding when supporting Pacific families on their pregnancy and early childhood journeys. 🤎

This free programme is perfect for kaiawhina, community workers, and anyone in the early years health space who wants to deepen their skills and provide safe, informed, culturally aligned support.

If you’re interested, please scan the QR code to register and join us in uplifting the wellbeing of our Pacific families.✨

25/05/2026

Safe Sleep Week is happening next week✨

We’re kicking it off with Pyjama Day on Friday 5 June. Wear your pyjamas to your ECE or to work, share a photo on your stories, tag us, and tag an ECE you want to win a Pizza Party.

You can also email your photo to [email protected]. Together, we can champion safe sleep for our Pepe!

Rising dengue cases have been reported across the Cook Islands, Samoa, American Samoa, Nauru and Tuvalu. If you’re trave...
02/02/2026

Rising dengue cases have been reported across the Cook Islands, Samoa, American Samoa, Nauru and Tuvalu.

If you’re travelling to the islands, stay alert and protect yourself from mosquito bites. Pack repellent, cover up when you can, and keep an eye on local health updates.

Paradise is still waiting for you, just travel smart and stay safe!

For more information please visit info.health.nz/dengue or call Healthline - 0800 611 116

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