• whether it's jamming some music with your mates,
  
• performing your solo tunes,
  
• showing your first art exhibition,
  
• designing or painting a masterpiece, or
  
• just being entertained by a great night of rock, hip hop, acoustic shows and
  
• much more!

Ezekiel 33 had the honour of joining with Westfield Westcity in hosting the Sweet & Sour Welcome Home show held on Friday 22nd August 2008.

This homecoming event was to acknowledge Sweet & Sour's huge achievement in the performing arts fields.

Their story has been a journey of turning vision into reality and winning the 2008 World Hip Hop Champions Title.

It was the worst storm in NZ history ,and still people came out for Hone Harawira's Celebrity Roast, and Ezekiel 33 were front and centre capturing it all on camera.

Whilst I personally don't like politics, I'm thankful this night was far from that. What unfolded was a great night out where local community networks could unite and come together for a night out of fun and friendly banter. Obviously they came for one reason, that being a once in a lifetime opportunity to see Hone Harawira being served up on the chopping board, and the Roasting team did a great job of that.

Of course being a Celebrity Roast, Hone Harawira had his fair share of Celebrities with the infamous John Tamihere, Dale Husband & Vapi Kupenga on his Roasting line up. These guys did an awesome job and had the room laughing.

Soaring on top of the World - Sweet & Sour Dance Crew flew back into Auckland this morning at 6.30am. Sporting their new title "2008 World Hip Hop Champions" and their major BLING GOLD medals. This has truly been one of those amazing success stories of youth reaching for the stars and following their dreams and aspirations, driven by passion and purpose. For us at Ezekiel 33 - What blessed us most about this day was to hear the Leader of SAS, Hadleigh Pouesi state that this achievement was made possible because of God's hand upon their lives. Hearing such a bold statement like this coming from our youth displays a real strength of character, and we at Ezekiel 33 have to agree - these fine young men definately have "G" factor going on!

FLAVA OUT WEST 2008 - Sat 1st November 2008 - Parrs Park, Glen Eden !!! - (This has been changed from Sat 25th October)
Celebrating our community and our cultures together! This event is designed to unite schools across Waitemata and build bridges of cultural understanding , whilst sharing the richness of a maori cultural experience with our communities and our whanau!

Our kaupapa is FUN & UNITY! No school walks away empty handed as all groups entering are winners, with each group receiving a trophy and a certificate of participation.

Performance Categories: 1st, 2nd & 3rd

* Haka * Poi * Waiata A Ringa * Best Kaitiaki Tane * Best Kaitiaki Wahine * Best Tutor * Whanaungatanga Award, Best Kakahu, Most Enthusiastic

Schools can enter all items, one item or a mixture of selected items. Remember! First and foremost it's about "FUN & UNITY". That's what makes an Ezekiel 33 competition different!

Our platform is inclusive, it allows our kids to perform and compete, but without all the competitiveness - making it an "experience not to be missed". We invite all schools to join us in the community!

Entry Fee $50 per school. If you would like to enter your roopu into this very distinct and very unique event, please email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

The Oceania Festival 2008 - Sat 15th November 2008, Parrs Park, 10am to 6pm

Watchman's Christmas is the next day - Sunday 16th November 2008, also at Parrs Park.

This annual festival celebrates "Cultural Diversity" within Waitakere City. Our live stages are a colourful array of international flavour that is designed to build bridges of communication and break down the walls of cultural indifference.

We invite you to join us in the community - Schools, performing groups and artists may apply. Email us today: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Ezekiel 33 Trust's chairman Taiawa Harawira was present over the weekend at the Willie Apiata Tribute held at Te Tii Marae, Bay of Islands.

Willie Apiata was awarded the Victoria Cross for displaying the highest order of courage!