Story: Tokelauans

Atafu, one of Tokelau’s three atolls (2nd of 4)

Atafu, one of Tokelau’s three atolls

Atafu is known as the most traditional of the three atolls. Its valuable kanava trees are used for building village homes.

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Carl Walrond, 'Tokelauans - Immigration', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/map/725/atafu-one-of-tokelaus-three-atolls (accessed 29 March 2024)

Story by Carl Walrond, published 8 Feb 2005, updated 25 Mar 2015