As we continue our celebration of the Polynesian Panther Party’s 50th anniversary on Pacific Days, we’re joined by Makelesi Ngata, the next generation of Polynesian Panthers.

NZ born Tongan, Makeles is from a family of eight siblings & grew up in Glen Innes. She attended the Tongan Methodist Church (Takahemonu) & also studied at Trinity Theological College.

Heavily involved and supported the Glen Innes Housing Group protesting against the gentrification of Glen Innes. In 2013 Makelesi stood as a candidate for Glen Innes local board & in 2014 stood as a candidate for Mana in the Upper Harbour electorate. 

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