Solomon Islands Pijin Langguis Wik
This podcast celebrates Solomon Islands Pijin Language Week in Ōtepoti Dunedin, featuring conversations and stories from the Dunedin Solomon Islands Community and the Dunedin Wantoks group. Hosted by local community members, the programme highlights the Pijin language, cultural traditions, and the experiences of the Solomon Islands diaspora in New Zealand. It was produced as part of the week-long celebration from 23rd to 29th November 2025.
Episodes
2025 - 1 - Events in Ōtepoti
Celebrate Solomon Islands Pijin Language Week with a look at the community events taking place in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. This episode highlights all the activities as well as how you can keep up to date with the Solomon Islands Community & Dunedin Wantoks! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
2025 - 2 - Tok Stori with Dr Simon Salopuka, Te Puke Documentary
In this episode, we get to tok stori with members of the Vaka Taumako Project Solomon Islands and the Vaka Valo Association as we celebrate the international premiere of their short film Te Puke, screened for the first time in Ōtepoti. We learn about the remarkable journey of the Te Puke and why reviving traditional navigation and canoe-building remains vital for culture, identity, and knowledge t
2025 - 3 - Tok Stori with Mary Polosovai
As part of Solomon Islands Pijin Language Week, we tok stori with author, Mary Polosovai to learn about her new children’s books written in Pijin. Mary shares what inspired her to write for young readers, the importance of seeing and hearing their own language in stories, and her hopes for strengthening Pijin literacy for future generations. We also get to know more about Mary herself—her journey,
2025 - 4 - Stori Taem Fo Olketa Pikinini
This episode is for the kids! It features an audio reading of children’s books written in Pijin by author, Mary Polosovai. Enjoy storytelling that celebrates language, culture, and imagination, offering young listeners and families the joy of hearing Pijin brought to life through Mary’s childhood experiences. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to th
2025 - 5 - Tok Stori with Dr Charles Radclyffe
In this episode, we tok stori with Dr. Charles Radclyffe, the University of Otago’s first Pacific Lecturer in Archaeology. We learn what archaeology is, why it matters, and how it helps us understand our past and shape our future. Dr. Radclyffe shares insights into his work, some of the meaningful community initiatives he has been involved in, and reflects on the Solomon Islands Pijin Language Wee
2024 - 5 - Pijin Stories
Iree Chow Radclyffe, Joy Breward and Corinne Hundleby read a special Pijin story, that reflects the life of Solomon Islanders back home. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
2024 - 4 - Future Generation of Solomon Islanders
Iree Chow Radclyffe, Joy Breward and Corinne Hundleby reflect on their experiences as mothers and aunts, and resources for the community to celebrate their language for the future generation of Solomon Islanders in New Zealand. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
2024 - 3 - Solomon Islands Community in Aotearoa
Iree Chow Radclyffe, Joy Breward and Corinne Hundleby share the history of Solomon Islanders in Aotearoa New Zealand, forming a community and where they are today. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
2024 - 2 - Arts & History
In this episode, Irene Karongo Hundleby, Corinne Hundleby and Joy Breward reflect on the art and history of storytelling through music and dance in the Solomon Islands. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
2024 - 1 - Introduction
Irene Karongo Hundleby, Corinne Hundleby, Joy Breward and Iree Chow Radclyffe reflect on the first ever Solomon Islands Pijin Language Week in Aotearoa New Zealand. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
