The finals of the Toa Ole Afi - Pati Levasa Fire Knife Competition, Australia's first fire knife competition, were held at the weekend.

Despite the rain, both junior and senior divisions delivered captivating performances, with all finalists receiving prizes such as crowns, belts and traditional artefacts, and the top three in each category earning cash prizes ranging from $1000 to $5000.

Fire knife dancing, a traditional Samoan performance, involves spinning a flaming knife in a display of skill and strength, paying homage to the warrior culture of Samoan ancestors.

In the junior men's division, Kitiona Lua took first place, followed by Siaki Failautusi and Moa Jr Lua.

The junior women's winners were Emillie Elizabeth Pritchard in first, Marley Adam in second, and Japhia Gagamoe in third.

In the open categories, Malaki Lavatai won the men's division, with Jako Pupualii and Upega Upega coming second and third respectively.

In the women's open category, 14-year-old Silhouette Lemana Mauga Sagaiga triumphed, competing in the open division by request from her team.

Hadassah Tagoai Vaoa and Portia Meredith Numia placed second and third, respectively.

Silhouette expressed her pride in competing in the event.

"I did it for my aiga (family)," she said.

"It's so important because you get to meet new people, and learn more about your culture - even if you're not Samoan."

Malaki Lavatai echoed the sentiment, expressing pride and joy of being present at the event.

"Honestly, I came out and wanted to give my all," he said.

"I didn't expect anything… It's important to share it (the culture) because it can take you places."

The crowd enjoyed food trucks and vendors, along with traditional dances from the Cook Islands, Aotearoa, and Samoa.

Event coordinator Su'a Salote Isaako reflected on the event's success.

"It was amazing - it's all about the passion of the people across the Pasifika," she said.

"No one came to play, they've all got different styles.

"I'm very proud and excited for next year, because this gave me a glimpse of what's to come."