Manukau Harbour Symposium 2025

Held on Saturday 31 May | Green Bay Highschool, Auckland, Aotearoa

Speaker: James Papali'i

Topic: James Papali’i from Portage Crossing Trust speaks as part of the Intergenerational Stories sector at the Manukau Harbour Symposium 2025. In this kōrero, James draws on cultural knowledge, local history, and the legacy of Te Tō Waka – the traditional waka portage route – to inspire deeper connection to place and purpose across generations.

This presentation was part of a full-day wānanga focused on restoring the health and creating hope for the Manukau Harbour, supported by the Manukau Harbour Forum, Auckland Council.

Explore the full speaker series and event highlights here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvP5dNWFe4g7v7htLbUOHE-13OOVM_aHx&feature=shared