In 2002, the family-friendly hip-hop track It s On by Nesian Mystik ushered in The Golden Age of New Zealand Hip Hop . The DIY attitude and Polynesian values of Nesian Mystik - a multi-cultural group from Central Auckland - represented a major moment for the NZ hip-hop community. This episode covers the group s journey of Nesian Mystik, from their early beginnings in the music room at Western Springs College. It also explores the impact they had on the NZ hip-hop scene, not only with their music but in representing Pasifika and Māori communities.
For the first time Youth Week launched at Parliament! It was glorious! The event, hosted by the Hon Willow-Jean Prime, Minister for Youth, which was attended by some exceptional young people, youth organisations, MPs and youth workers, held an opportunity .