Rain and clouds did not dampen the spirits of Polyfest attendees today, as performers and festival goers alike flocked to the Manukau Sports Bowl for another vibrant day of culture, colour and celebration.

Some of the images captured at the ASB Polyfest as the diversity stages drew in a record number of spectators and supporters.

The 50th ASB Polyfest kicked off under intermittent showers at the Manukau Sports Bowl on Wednesday, marking a significant celebration of Polynesian culture over the past half century. Audio

The official programme for Polyfest started with a flag-raising ceremony in South Auckland on Tuesday morning.

Three Niuean siblings set to take the stage at Aotearoa's 50th Polyfest celebrations this Friday say family and culture have been a constant source of support as they prepare for their speeches.

The widow of late Green Party MP Fa'anānā Efeso Collins is calling for an inquest into his death, accusing the organisers of the charity event he was attending at the time of failing him. Audio

Caledonia TV could be the next collateral victim of drastic budget cuts following New Caledonia's civil unrest last year.