Life is a celebration for people in Niue. As well as the usual birth and marriage ceremonies, they also celebrate when a child reaches maturity, at about 13. This significant event is marked by much feasting and, for a teenage boy, the long tail of hair that he has kept since childhood is cut off.
Girls have their ears pierced.
Art and Craft Craftwork plays an important part in daily life in Niue. Not only is it for practical use, such as hats, mats and baskets, but also it has ceremonial and decorative purposes. Women's craft in particular is very talented, and is becoming a source of income for families as tourism increases.