Te Kura-a-Māhaki brings together all our Māhaki Marae and whānau to learn, share mātauranga, purakau, waiata, mōteatea, whakapapa and much more. Led by kapa haka experts Vicki Kingi (nee Wehi), Pimia Wehi and Tapeta Wehi, the aim is to strengthen Te Aitanga-a-Māhaki through these wānanga and kaupapa for all whānau who wish to be part of the Māhaki movement! You don't need to be a kapa haka expert whānau - naumai, haere mai!
The kaupapa delivered includes regular mōteatea and waiata zooms, regular noho marae and wananga at each of our Marae, with the ultimate aim that all our mokopuna are left with a legacy flourishing with mātauranga-a-Māhaki, enabling them to be the best they can be.
Te Kura-ā-Māhaki enables us to be individually and collectively ready and empowered to stand together at kaupapa such as Tamararo, Poukai, hui-a-motu, hui-a-iwi and other local, national and international events.
HIGHLIGHT
Tamararo Karaitiana 2025
Tamararo Karaitiana ki Ūawa 2025 saw the first stand of Te Kura-a-Māhaki. With a full team on stage, the rōpū performed with pride, grace and beauty!
Here are some highlight pictures courtesy of Tairāwhiti Cultural Development Trust.