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This Bulletin Board is for posting messages of interest to the global Rotuman community. It is an appropriate place to ask questions, to make announcements regarding events, to share information and opinions, and to find lost kainaga, friends, schoolmates, etc. To post an item on the bulletin board send your message via email to the webmaster <alanhoward@hawaii.rr.com> We request that messages conform to the rules of Rotuman etiquette (fak gagaja) and show courtesy toward, and respect for, others. As a rule, messages will only be posted when individuals identify themselves by name. Messages will be left on the Board until space limitations require their removal.
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Copies of Island Legacy: A History of the Rotuman People, by Alan Howard and Jan Rensel, can be purchased from Amazon.com in both the hardcover ($30 USD) and paperback ($33 USD) editions. It is also available at the Barnes and Noble website in hardcover ($36 USD) and paperback ($33 USD) editions, with substantial discounts to B&N members. All royalties from the sale of these books will be used to support the Elizabeth Inia scholarship for students from Rotuma High School. To all those who are interested in obtaining a copy of the Bay Area California Rotuma Day 2007 celebration, a copy of this high quality product is now available for $25.00USD (shipping and handling included). If interested, send the required amount by money order. Send it to: Betty Mario
Filming is in high definition and is 1hr and 28mins long. You will not be disappointed. 25% of proceeds received will be donated to the 7-Stars Club California. Any questions email: hefsunu@hotmail.com [05/08] Announcing Talanoa Oceania 2008: Mana, Vanua, Talanoa, Sept. 29 - Oct. 1 at Centre for Ministry, United Theological College (16 Masons Drive, North Parramatta 2151). Contacts in Australia:
See flyer (pdf) [05/08] I am seeking any information or contact details of Ratavavau Maratana Taylor born in Levuka on 13 March 1927 and her sister Ana Luisa Taylor, also born in Levuka on 21 January 1929. I am a younger cousin of theirs and would love to make contact. Ratavavau and Ana have the same grandfather as me, his name is Karaka John Clark Taylor. He was born in the Waikato in Aotearoa New Zealand and was a boatbuilder and journeyed from Aotearoa to Levuka Fiji. Ratavavau's and Ana's mother was Margarita Marina Yafatai. Noho ora mai na Brya Taylor, Manukau City, Aotearoa New Zealand. My work email address is: brya.taylor@manukau.govt.nz and my phone number is Auckland (09) 2638894 and my home address is 4 Coty Place, Clover Park, Otara, Manukau City. [05/08] I am Michael Dominiko. My family and I are in search of an uncle
whom I have never met but seen in pictures. His name is Fesaitu Filimone.
He emigrated to Australia around 1965 (very long time now).
He has two other brothers, Korosi and Jimmy Mausio, both of whom
have gone to be with the Lord, and an only sister, Asera Fesaitu (my
mum--age 65) who presently resides in Suva, Fiji. My dad's name
is Mua Dominiko. Congratulations to Jonathan and Iona Mani on your wedding (12th of April). Lotsa hanisi and prayers from the Atalifos & Epelis, esp. from Marlon, Mel & Natasha at Namadi Heights... Also congratulations to Lisa & Romanu Ralifo on your wedding...best wishes, from the team at FBCL... And congratulations to proud grandparents Freddy & Masilina Sefeti on the birth of their first granddaughter, Hanisi. Congratulations also to the new mummy, Harieta...may the good Lord continue to guide you and bless you always....lotsa hanisi from Nena Liji in Lumava, Rotuma, Nena Jia & the boys at Northern Press Rd, Nena Fai'noa, Pa Freddy & family in Raiwaqa, Nena Suzie, Pa William and the family in Namadi especially from your cuz Natasha....xoxo Melinda Saga'itu-Atalifo [04/08] I am wondering if any one has heard of the New Fong [Niomfaga?] or New Bong family who originated from Rotuma and somehow ended up in Australia amongst the aboriginies. Has any one heard of this family and could you tell me anything about their history? I am from this family line and I am lnterested in family history. Debra Austin <debra.austin@optusnet.com.au> [4/08]
10th Festival of Pacific Arts in Pagopago, American Samoa CALLING FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST The Festival of Pacific Arts brings together artists from the 27 Pacific nations and is a festival that focuses on the promotion and protection of the indigenous cultures of the Pacific. It is a celebration of the diverse cultures as well as a platform for reviving traditional heritage links throughout the Pacific. The Fiji Arts Council is coordinating the Fiji delegation to the 10th Festival of Pacific Arts and is calling for artists to submit expressions of interest. We are seeking artists who will represent Fiji with integrity and purpose to ensure that the high level of diversity and quality of the Visual and Performing Arts of Fiji is embodied. The Fiji Arts Council is calling on interested person(s) to submit proposals, a brief Curriculum Vitae and portfolios for one or more of the following exhibitions: 1. Fine Arts – Painting, Sculpture For further information, please call Ana on 3311 754 or e-mail us at fijiartcouncil@unwired.com.fj. Closing dates for interested person(s) is Friday 28th March 2008 at 4.00pm Hatana Ink, owned and operated by Tiu Yee in Laie, Hawai'i, creates
T-shirt designs inspired by Rotuman and other Polynesian themes. Update 21 April 2008: We finally have a Rotuma design - it's simple for now it represents the creation of Rotuma and has a volcanic eruption behind Split Island.
Hatana Ink donates 5% of all sales to help support and educate the children of Rotuma. [2/08] Are you descended from John Nelson Morris and his wife Lucy Wild?
If so then you will be interested in learning of a mailing group that
has been set up for members of this family to stay in contact with
each other. The group is called 'MORRISFIJI' and can be found by visiting
the home page at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MorrisFiji/ If you are descended from the MORRIS family, then please subscribe to this list. You will be able to share any MORRIS family history research with other members; share family birth, christening, marriage, death and burial details; information on family events; changes of address and generally just keep in touch with each other. Family newsletters can also be sent, photographs exchanged, you can even arrange family reunions and many other things besides. Maybe you have access to Fijian or other relevant records, or would be willing to do some research on behalf of other group members. If so this group is just the perfect way of keeping in touch if you are interested or connected to the MORRIS family. We look forward to you becoming a member of this group, and we would ask that you encourage other people you know who also have MORRIS links to Fiji and Rotuma to join this list as well. By joining this list, every message you send will be automatically sent to other members, ensuring that contact is maintained. Why not send a message telling us who you are, and how you link to the MORRIS families on Fiji and Rotuma. Thank you and ENJOY! [02/08] The Rotuman Language website has a new look, so check it out. We have
added clips from The Land Has Eyes and the Sina and Tinirau story with
the audio. I would appreciate hearing your comments on what we have
done so far, as well as your suggestions as to what else you would
like to see on the site. LajeRotuma is in need of legal advice regarding its constitution and registration as a charitable trust in Fiji. A constitution was drafted in 2002 and was reviewed by a core group of volunteers last year, but we are looking for a lawyer who would be willing to volunteer his or her legal services in order for us to complete the registration by March 2008. LajeRotuma is committed to preserving Rotuma's pristine environment through the efforts of a group of dedicated volunteers. We would be most grateful if a lawyer who shared our goals would assist us in achieving them. Monifa Fiu <mfiu@wwfpacific.org.fj> [02/08] Announcing Pacific Blue Freight Services from Oakland, California to Suva and Lautoka, Fiji.
My name is Etika Vaurasi Mesulama. My father is Irava Etika Mesulama, who is the son of Mesulame Semese of Itu'muta, Rotuma. I currently reside in Los Angeles, CA and would like to start a Rotuman Club/get together group for the sake of keeping in touch with our culture and heritage, and also to be able to socialize and be more involved in our island's activities. Any ideas or feedback would be welcome, I am open to suggestions. I am organizing the first get together for interested Rotumans in the Southern California Region on Saturday, 17 May 2008 at: Rowley Park If you are coming from 405 South to 105 East, exit on CRENSHAW turn left on 120TH Street, then turn right on VAN NESS, turn left on a small street, 132nd Street, ROWLEY PARK is on the VAN NESS cross street with 132nd Street. If you are coming from 105 West, exit on CRENSHAW turn left on CRENSHAW turn left on EL SEGUNDO Blvd, right on VAN NESS left on 132nd Street. This will be a kick off BBQ/Potluck function, all interested please contact me at 310-936-8274 or email me at Etika_Mesulama@yahoo.com Etika Mesulama Our business is looking for Rotumans who own their own business or are qualified in the following areas: lawyer, plumber, electrician. As we are a Rotuman business, we would like to offer them the first opportunity before we look elsewhere in Sydney. If you qualify, we would greatly appreciate your contacting us. Noa'ia 'e Mauri! My name is Henry Alfred, grandson
of Jieni and Fagmaniua Fabiano from Maftoa, Itumuta and Faga and Matapule
Alfred from Itumuta and Noatau. I grew up in New Zealand and migrated to
Australia in 2003 with my family. I've worked in a well-known automotive
industry in Auckland and Sydney for several years and decided to open
my own business at the beginning of the year in automotive mechanical engineering.
I graduated with a Certificate in Automotive Engineering at UNITEC Institute
of Technology in Auckland, NZ and recently at TAFE-Sydney, Australia in automotive
vehicle bodybuilding, fabrication and vehicle body designs. To the Sydney
Rotuman community and friends requiring automotive repairs, please feel free
to contact me. RTA Authorise Safety Restraint Fitting Station-BUCKLE UP FRONT & BACK The following websites have information on automotive repairs and road safety in NSW
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