Rosmini College, together with Carmel College, performed three Samoan Dances at this year’s Polyfest on Friday 15th March.

Rosmini and Carmel College have previously participated on the Tongan stage at Polyfest, however 2019 saw the colleges combine for the first time on the Samoan stage. Rosmini College’s Deputy Headmaster, Mr Jon Dale says proudly: “The performance was filled with energy, passion, colour and a spirit that all students and their families can be extremely proud of.  During the build up to Polyfest and the wonderful performance itself, Philip Kosetatino, Peteli Setu, Gavin Barlow, Junitta Moa and Akenese Vagana all had leading roles in our group containing 54 students of Samoan, Tongan, Nuiean, Filipino and Palagi heritage.”

 

Fiafia Night

Rosmini College hosted the combined Carmel and Rosmini College Fiafia Night in the Tindall Auditorium on Wednesday 13th March. A huge crowd of 600 attended and there was standing room only as parents, grandparents, students and distinguished guests packed the Auditorium.

Year 13 student, Reece Visesio, 17, of Glenfield, who performed, says: “Initially I felt nervous about joining the Samoan Group as I did not know a lot about my culture. Being a part of the group, however, has been a great opportunity for me to learn about my heritage. The intense six weeks of training all paid off and it was a privilege to represent my culture, my family and my ancestors. The Fiafia Night was an evening full of happiness and pride and it was a great way to start off my final year at Rosmini.” 

The event was a huge success and raised $7,000 towards the costs associated with Polyfest. Rosmini College would especially like to thank Deputy Headmaster, Mr Jon Dale and the parents of the Pasifika Komiti for all their many weeks of hard work.