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3 days ago
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DAWN: A Story Of Hope, Responsibility, And South Auckland Resilience – Is Looking For Supporters
A powerful and deeply personal short film rooted in hope for the future of South Auckland is in development, and its creator is seeking support to bring it to light. DAWN is a film that reflects not only a chapter of first-time writer/director Jasmine Day's life, but also the untold realities of countless young adults who step up for their whānau in the face of systemic barriers. Now live on Boosted, with the support of Māoriland Films, Ngā Aho Whakaari and E Tū Toi, Jasmine's crowdfunding campaign aims to raise $15,000 to bring her story to screen – a film inspired by her experience of becoming a full-time caregiver for her younger siblings at just 22 years old. 'I came back to South Auckland from a holiday in Byron Bay only to find myself parenting my siblings with no real roadmap,' says Jasmine. 'We faced landlord discrimination, housing instability, and regular police harassment. DAWN captures a glimpse of what that was like.' But this story is not unique. And that's exactly why Jasmine is telling it. 'DAWN is for the young caregivers, the solo mums, rangatahi working multiple jobs just to help their families get by. It's for South Auckland – and all the misunderstood, underestimated communities across Aotearoa.' The film is being led by Ngā Pakiaka, the rangatahi filmmaking collective of Māoriland Charitable Trust, and is proudly produced by Jaimee Poipoi, Madeleine Hakaraia de Young, and Libby Hakaraia, respected names in the Indigenous film space. ' DAWN is a timely and necessary story. Jas is shining a light on the quiet realities faced by so many whānau — realities made harder by the way our systems and attitudes fail them. This film reminds us that the way we treat each other can either uplift or trap people in cycles of poverty. Jas has the courage to call that out, and the storytelling power to move us towards compassion and change. That's why we're backing her,' says Libby Hakaraia, Kaitaki Pūrakau, Māoriland Far from just a film, DAWN is a reminder of the strength within our communities, and a call to see the people behind the headlines, not as statistics, but as survivors, caregivers, and storytellers. The funds raised will go toward: Pre-Production: Rehearsals, locations, wardrobe Production: Crew hire, cast payments, equipment Post-Production: Editing, sound design, music, and outreach Jasmine is encouraging people not just to donate, but to share the campaign and spread the word. 'Too often our stories are told by people who've never lived them,' she says. 'With DAWN, I'm taking back the narrative. I want to show what it means to keep going — even when the world isn't built for you.' JOIN THE MOVEMENT Every contribution, big or small, is a vote of confidence in Indigenous storytelling and a step toward reclaiming our narratives. E Tū Toi is also matching donations up to the total of $5,000.00 - so anyone who donates early, will see their donation doubled until we hit the 75% mark. Read more about this project, or donate at: About the Director: Jasmine Day (Ngāpuhi, Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Hāua) is a Māori creative born in South Auckland, one of eleven siblings, and a māmā of two. A natural-born storyteller shaped by years in care, Jasmine brings a rawness and artistic depth to everything she creates. DAWN marks her writer-directorial debut, backed by years of learning under the guidance of the Māoriland whānau. About Māoriland: Māoriland is a leading Indigenous arts organisation based in Ōtaki, Aotearoa, best known for the Māoriland Film Festival - the largest international Indigenous film festival in the World. At Māoriland Films, storytelling is a tool for transformation. Through year-round programmes in film, digital storytelling, and creative technology, Māoriland supports Māori and Indigenous artists in telling their stories, growing their careers, and connecting with audiences worldwide.
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3 days ago
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DAWN: A Story Of Hope, Responsibility, And South Auckland Resilience – Is Looking For Supporters
Press Release – Maoriland Charitable Trust A powerful and deeply personal short film rooted in hope for the future of South Auckland is in development, and its creator is seeking support to bring it to light. DAWN is a film that reflects not only a chapter of first-time writer/director Jasmine Day's life, but also the untold realities of countless young adults who step up for their whānau in the face of systemic barriers. Now live on Boosted, with the support of Māoriland Films, Ngā Aho Whakaari and E Tū Toi, Jasmine's crowdfunding campaign aims to raise $15,000 to bring her story to screen – a film inspired by her experience of becoming a full-time caregiver for her younger siblings at just 22 years old. 'I came back to South Auckland from a holiday in Byron Bay only to find myself parenting my siblings with no real roadmap,' says Jasmine. 'We faced landlord discrimination, housing instability, and regular police harassment. DAWN captures a glimpse of what that was like.' But this story is not unique. And that's exactly why Jasmine is telling it. 'DAWN is for the young caregivers, the solo mums, rangatahi working multiple jobs just to help their families get by. It's for South Auckland – and all the misunderstood, underestimated communities across Aotearoa.' The film is being led by Ngā Pakiaka, the rangatahi filmmaking collective of Māoriland Charitable Trust, and is proudly produced by Jaimee Poipoi, Madeleine Hakaraia de Young, and Libby Hakaraia, respected names in the Indigenous film space. ' DAWN is a timely and necessary story. Jas is shining a light on the quiet realities faced by so many whānau — realities made harder by the way our systems and attitudes fail them. This film reminds us that the way we treat each other can either uplift or trap people in cycles of poverty. Jas has the courage to call that out, and the storytelling power to move us towards compassion and change. That's why we're backing her,' says Libby Hakaraia, Kaitaki Pūrakau, Māoriland Far from just a film, DAWN is a reminder of the strength within our communities, and a call to see the people behind the headlines, not as statistics, but as survivors, caregivers, and storytellers. The funds raised will go toward: Pre-Production: Rehearsals, locations, wardrobe Production: Crew hire, cast payments, equipment Post-Production: Editing, sound design, music, and outreach Jasmine is encouraging people not just to donate, but to share the campaign and spread the word. 'Too often our stories are told by people who've never lived them,' she says. 'With DAWN, I'm taking back the narrative. I want to show what it means to keep going — even when the world isn't built for you.' JOIN THE MOVEMENT Every contribution, big or small, is a vote of confidence in Indigenous storytelling and a step toward reclaiming our narratives. E Tū Toi is also matching donations up to the total of $5,000.00 – so anyone who donates early, will see their donation doubled until we hit the 75% mark. Read more about this project, or donate at: About the Director: Jasmine Day (Ngāpuhi, Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Hāua) is a Māori creative born in South Auckland, one of eleven siblings, and a māmā of two. A natural-born storyteller shaped by years in care, Jasmine brings a rawness and artistic depth to everything she creates. DAWN marks her writer-directorial debut, backed by years of learning under the guidance of the Māoriland whānau. About Māoriland: Māoriland is a leading Indigenous arts organisation based in Ōtaki, Aotearoa, best known for the Māoriland Film Festival – the largest international Indigenous film festival in the World. At Māoriland Films, storytelling is a tool for transformation. Through year-round programmes in film, digital storytelling, and creative technology, Māoriland supports Māori and Indigenous artists in telling their stories, growing their careers, and connecting with audiences worldwide.
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23-05-2025
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Māoriland's Cannes Film Festival Win Takes Ōtaki To The World
Press Release – Kapiti Coast District Council Recognised in the Economic and Social Impact category, Morilands win is a testament to the kaupapa-driven work the organisation champions from its homebase in taki. One of Kāpiti Coast's most celebrated cultural organisations won a prestigious award at the Cannes World Film Festival earlier this week. Recognised in the Economic and Social Impact category, Māoriland's win is a testament to the kaupapa-driven work the organisation champions from its homebase in Ōtaki. Supported by Kāpiti Coast District Council's Major Events Fund, the Māoriland Film Festival has grown into Aotearoa New Zealand's premier international indigenous film festival, attracting thousands of attendees to the district every year. Kāpiti Coast Deputy Mayor Lawrence Kirby says the Council is thrilled for Māoriland and their head of content Libby Hakaraia. 'Māoriland's kaupapa is very much about the mana (essence) and manawa (heart) of its community, connecting indigenous creativity in our district, across the country, and globally,' says Cr Kirby. 'Beyond its annual film festival, Māoriland also host events, exhibitions and year-round educational programmes that foster youth creativity, supports Māori screen practitioners, and strengthens our local creative economy. 'What we already knew about Māoriland the rest of the world does now too.' Kāpiti Coast Economic Kotahitanga Board Chair Neil MacKay says Libby Hakaraia has shone a light on the creativity at Māoriland Hub on the global stage. 'This well-deserved award is true recognition of Libby's vision and perseverance and what has been built at Māoriland,' says Mr MacKay. 'Kāpiti has been listed in the Top 5 nationally on the Infometrics Creativity index, dubbing us as one of New Zealand's creative centres. There is no mistaking that we have an abundance of creatives in our district and should take pride on this global achievement.'
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23-05-2025
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Māoriland's Cannes Film Festival Win Takes Ōtaki To The World
One of Kāpiti Coast's most celebrated cultural organisations won a prestigious award at the Cannes World Film Festival earlier this week. Recognised in the Economic and Social Impact category, Māoriland's win is a testament to the kaupapa-driven work the organisation champions from its homebase in Ōtaki. Supported by Kāpiti Coast District Council's Major Events Fund, the Māoriland Film Festival has grown into Aotearoa New Zealand's premier international indigenous film festival, attracting thousands of attendees to the district every year. Kāpiti Coast Deputy Mayor Lawrence Kirby says the Council is thrilled for Māoriland and their head of content Libby Hakaraia. 'Māoriland's kaupapa is very much about the mana (essence) and manawa (heart) of its community, connecting indigenous creativity in our district, across the country, and globally,' says Cr Kirby. 'Beyond its annual film festival, Māoriland also host events, exhibitions and year-round educational programmes that foster youth creativity, supports Māori screen practitioners, and strengthens our local creative economy. 'What we already knew about Māoriland the rest of the world does now too.' Kāpiti Coast Economic Kotahitanga Board Chair Neil MacKay says Libby Hakaraia has shone a light on the creativity at Māoriland Hub on the global stage. 'This well-deserved award is true recognition of Libby's vision and perseverance and what has been built at Māoriland,' says Mr MacKay. 'Kāpiti has been listed in the Top 5 nationally on the Infometrics Creativity index, dubbing us as one of New Zealand's creative centres. There is no mistaking that we have an abundance of creatives in our district and should take pride on this global achievement.'
RNZ News
21-05-2025
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Maoriland wins Cannes Film Festival award
media te ao Maori about 1 hour ago A Maori production company and film festival has been recognised at the Cannes Film Festival in France. Maoriland Charitable Trust won the economic and social impact award at the Global Production Awards on Tuesday. Head of content, Libby Hakaraia, spoke to Charlotte Cook.
