Talofa lav, my name is Vaaimamao (Mao) Mauga.  I am really excited to be given this golden opportunity to facilitate courses at Rutherford and share knowledge of my Samoan Culture, language and heritage to the people of the community.  All are welcome to join in this journey.  Susu mai, Maliu mai ma Afifio mai Malo le soifual Mato le soifua manuia

Student testimonial from March 2021 included:

" Awesome learning environment, Mao made learning fun, very encouraging, his pedagogy suits me"

" Was an amazing and fun course"

" I really enjoyed the class and feel that I've learnt alot within a short time frame. That is a reflection of the teaching from Mao"